Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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SEMAC: Rural Arts Grant Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $6K The SEMAC Rural Arts Grant aims to foster arts initiatives in rural communities of southeastern Minnesota with populations under 7,500.	Not published	$3K – $6K
NorthWestern Energy Community Works Grants NorthWestern Energy · Foundation Not published · Varies NorthWestern Energy Community Works Grants aim to enhance community well-being in Montana, Nebraska, and South Dakota.	Not published	Varies
Ackerman Foundation Grants The Ackerman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ackerman Foundation, established in 1992, aims to enhance the vitality of central Indiana by supporting organizations that promote self-sufficiency for the underprivileged and initiatives that improve educational outcomes.	Not published	Varies
Community Arts Development: Organizations Lexarts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Welcome to the LexArts Community Arts Grant program.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation Grants Dr Robert C & Tina Sohn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation offers grants aimed at supporting environmental initiatives, alternative health care, and the arts, with a focus on educational projects for underserved youth.	Not published	Varies
Arts Alive Awards Summit Artspace · Foundation Not published · Varies Summit Artspace's Arts Alive Awards celebrate and recognize contributions to local arts and culture, honoring gifted artists, art educators, and change-making advocates and volunteers.	Not published	Varies
Leon M. Seidel Memorial Trust Fund Grant T W Leon M Seidel Charitable Tr · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Leon M. Seidel Memorial Trust Fund Grant supports charities in Bordentown, NJ. Established in 1967, it aims to benefit local residents through various charitable causes, including arts, education, health, and human services.	Not published	Up to $5K
Phillip and Edith Leonian Foundation Fellowship in Photography Grant Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Phillip and Edith Leonian Foundation Fellowship in Photography, offered by the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, supports U.S. photographers with a fully-funded two-week residency.	Not published	Varies
SBM Charitable Foundation Grant Sbm Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The SBM Charitable Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Hartford, Tolland, and Windham Counties through funding programs in health, education, human services, housing, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Caxton Club Undergraduate Grant - Book Arts Project Caxton Club · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Marilyn and William Young Foundation Grant Marilyn & William Young Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marilyn and William Young Foundation Grant aims to foster a vibrant community by supporting leadership development, accessible arts experiences, family support systems, and community grants.	Not published	Varies
Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation Grants Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of economically and socially disadvantaged individuals.	Not published	Varies
ASC Artist Support Grants Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts & Science Council (Charlotte, NC) awards Artist Support Grants to creative individuals in the region — Mecklenburg plus Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, and Rowan counties (in partnership with those county arts councils).	Not published	Varies
SFF: Murphy Award and Cadogan Scholarships Grant The San Francisco Foundation · Foundation Not published · $7K – $40K The Murphy Award and Cadogan Scholarships, established in 1986, support Bay Area MFA students by providing significant tuition assistance and opportunities to showcase their work.	Not published	$7K – $40K
LA County Arts & Culture: Community Impact Arts Grant (CIAG) program Los Angeles County: Department of Arts and Culture · State Not published · $5K – $20K The LA County Arts & Culture Community Impact Arts Grant (CIAG) program provides funding between $5,000 and $20,000 to support exemplary arts projects by municipal and nonprofit organizations outside of the arts.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Twin Cities Fund: Capital Grants: Capacity Best Buy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Twin Cities Fund by the Best Buy Foundation provides capacity grants to nonprofit organizations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area.	Not published	$100K
Gadomski Foundation Grant The Gadomski Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gadomski Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations primarily in the Lehigh Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, Atlantic City, and Chicago.	Not published	Varies
New Albany Community Foundation Grant The New Albany Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Albany Foundation was formed in 1995 by a group of forward-thinking community leaders who wanted to create a public, not-for-profit organization that would advance the aspirations of the community in perpetuity.	Not published	Varies
Hoʻākea Source Grant Program Young of Heart Workshop · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Hoʻākea Source Grant Program supports visual artists in Hawaiʻi, promoting Native Hawaiian values through funding of up to $10,000 for creative projects.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Hanson Foundation Grant John K and Luise V Hanson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John K. and Luise V. Hanson Foundation, established in 1970, focuses on enhancing community quality of life in north central Iowa.	Not published	Varies
Southern Finger Lakes (SFLX) Artist Fellowship The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K An unrestricted, cash award that allows artists to focus solely on their art-making without specific project requirements. The inaugural fellowship program for 2025.	Not published	$4K
Town of Granby Donor Advised Fund Grant Columbine Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Town of Granby Donor Advised Fund Grant, facilitated by the Grand Foundation, supports local non-profits enhancing community welfare in arts, education, environment, health, and recreation.	Not published	Varies
Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Corridor Community Grants Keep America Beautiful Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Corridor Community Grants, provided by Keep America Beautiful, aim to empower communities to revitalize and beautify MLK corridors across the U.S. These grants support various projects, including murals…	Not published	$5K – $20K
Fiction Feature Lab Independent Feature Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annually supports first-time feature filmmakers as they prepare to finish and premiere their debut fiction features. The Lab provides creative teams with key support through completion, marketing, and distribution of their work.	Not published	Varies

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

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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