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.

5,129 grants
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OREGON TRAIL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oregon Trail Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Trail Community Foundation Last Updated: February 24, 2025 Summary The Oregon Trail Community Foundation Grant supports projects…

ASIAN CULTURAL COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Organization Grant / Grants to Institutions Program Type: Project-based grants to organizations and institutions Geographic Scope: Japan and international collaboration projects Focus Areas: -…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Organization Grants Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville, SC Status: Active program listed on MAC website Focus Areas: Support for arts organizations in Greenville…

Maine Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Organization Operations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Organization Operations Grant, offered by the Maine…

YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Organizational Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Summary The Organizational Arts Grant…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Organizational Impact Grants Program Type: Targeted, one-time funding to support organizational capacity building Geographic Scope: Santa Clara County Eligible Applicants: Small arts organizations in…

OTTUMWA REGIONAL LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ORLF: Bright Ideas Community Enrichment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc. Amount: US $2,500 - US $30,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Bright…

CENTRAL NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oswego County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Oswego County Community Foundation, part of the…

OTTAWA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ottawa County CF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ottawa County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Ottawa County Community Foundation Inc supports charitable…

OUR FUND FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Our Fund: Arts & Culture Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Our Fund Inc. Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 30, 2025 Summary The Our Fund: Arts & Culture Fund provides grants to support…

ROCKFORD AREA CONVENTION AND · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Our Journey Micro-Grant Program Funder: Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) in partnership with Rockford Area Arts Council (RAAC) and Rockford Art Deli Overview: The Our Journey…

Up to US $12,000
City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Outside Agency Grant (OA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The City of…

SERIESFEST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Outstanding Series Format Deck Award Overview: Award recognizing excellence in series format deck presentation and design. Presented By: Canva Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: - Quality of…

Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition · Rolling / Open Foundation

OVAC Community/Artist Partnership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The OVAC Community/Artist Partnership…

Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition · Rolling / Open Foundation

OVAC Creative Projects Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The OVAC Creative Projects Grant, offered by the…

Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition · Rolling / Open Foundation

OVAC Education Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The OVAC Education Assistance Grant supports…

CORNELIA T BAILEY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission The Foundation’s mission is to utilize its assets to assist any not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the arts or create programs that inspire, engage, and teach. We…

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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