Grants for Arts

Arts grants support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural preservation, and creative organizations. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the flagship federal funder, distributing over $160 million annually. State arts councils, foundations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and Mellon Foundation, and corporate sponsors provide extensive additional funding.

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Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Omaha Venture Group (OVG) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Omaha Venture Group (OVG) Grant supports…

ORLANDO MAGIC YOUTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

OMYF Major Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) aims to empower at-risk children in Central…

Up to US $10,000
ORLANDO MAGIC YOUTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

OMYF Micro Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary The OMYF Micro Grants program, initiated by the Orlando…

GOLD HOUSE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

One House Filmmakers Fund Organization: Gold House Foundation Inc in partnership with Sundance Institute, powered by East West Bank Foundation Partner Organizations: GLAAD, NAACP, Blackhouse…

ONE OMAHA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

One Omaha Mini-Grant Purpose: Lower barriers to entry to creating change in Omaha by providing funding quickly and directly to local community-based groups looking to create positive change.…

ONEOK FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ONEOK Foundation Community Investments Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: ONEOK Foundation Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The ONEOK Foundation Community Investments Grants support organizations that…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Onondaga County - General Operating Support Geographic Scope: Onondaga County, NY A general operating support grant for arts organizations in Onondaga County. Specific details about award amounts,…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Onondaga County - Tier Three Project Support Geographic Scope: Onondaga County, NY A project support grant (Tier Three) for arts organizations in Onondaga County. Specific details about award…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Onondaga County MicroGrant Geographic Scope: Onondaga County, NY A grant program for arts organizations and individual artists in Onondaga County. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Onondaga County Poet Laureate Geographic Scope: Onondaga County, NY A poet laureate program for Onondaga County. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and eligibility criteria were not…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Onondaga County Small Festivals Fund Geographic Scope: Onondaga County, NY A funding opportunity for small festivals in Onondaga County. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Onondaga Public Arts Grants Geographic Scope: Onondaga County, NY Grants supporting public art projects. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and eligibility criteria were not provided in…

BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · September 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Open Call - Climate Stories Overview: Annual funding opportunity with a specific thematic focus. The 2023 Open Call focused on climate stories. Focus Areas: - Climate change stories - Projects about…

BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Open Call for Creative Technologists Overview: Funding and opportunity for creative technologists working on immersive and innovative media projects. Focus Areas: - Immersive media - Creative…

THE BRONX COUNCIL ON THE ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Open Call For Curator Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bronx Council on the Arts Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary Overview About The Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) Founded by visionary community…

TAHOE TRUCKEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation connects people and opportunities, generating resources to build a more caring, creative, and effective community. Our Process TTCF utilizes a…

OPEN HEARTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Open Hearts Foundation Grant Program Funder: Open Hearts Foundation (CA, US) Website: openheartsfoundation.org Contact: info@openheartsfoundation.org | (805) 852-1367 Address: 2637 Townsgate Road,…

US $15,000 - US $25,000
OPEN HEARTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Open Hearts Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Open Hearts Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Open Hearts Foundation is accepting grant…

US $15,000 - US $175,000
KENNETH RAININ FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Open Spaces Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kenneth Rainin Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $175,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Kenneth Rainin Foundation's Open Spaces Program…

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for an NEA grant?
The NEA offers grants through multiple programs including Art Works, Challenge America, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. Applications are submitted through Grants.gov. Most require 501(c)(3) status or government affiliation. The NEA funds in specific disciplines (dance, design, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts) with distinct application cycles.
Can individual artists get grants?
The NEA's direct individual grants are limited to Literature Fellowships and honorary awards. However, many state arts councils, foundations (Pollock-Krasner, United States Artists, Creative Capital), and residency programs provide direct artist funding. Fiscal sponsorship through organizations like Fractured Atlas opens additional grant opportunities for individual artists.
Are there grants for community arts programs?
Yes. The NEA's Our Town program funds creative placemaking. State and regional arts councils heavily fund community programming. Foundations like ArtPlace America, the Kresge Foundation, and local community foundations support community arts. CDBG funds can support arts-based community development projects.

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