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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The Larry W. McCurdy Family Foundation Grant Larry W McCurdy Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Larry W. McCurdy Family Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Connecticut, especially in New Haven County, with a focus on various fields including education, arts, and human services.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Putney School Summer Arts Shinnyo-En Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A boarding summer school program offered by Putney School (since 1988) for Shinnyo-en youth to explore various art forms and apply their creative passion to cultivate a more harmonious and peaceful world.	Not published	Varies
Arts Scholarship The Cultural Foundation of Harrison · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County funds two Arts Scholarships of $1,000 each to 2026 graduating seniors of a Harrison County, WV high school, enrolled full-time (>=12 hours) in a college/certificate program for Fall 2026 and…	Not published	Up to $1K
"Wish You Were Here" Archtober Postcard Competition The New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects · Foundation Not published · Varies Create a design for a postcard (4x6) of your ideal public space in New York City—real or imagined.	Not published	Varies
Frankenthaler Climate Initiative- Implementation Grants Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Frankenthaler Climate Initiative offers implementation grants aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in visual arts museums, addressing climate change through innovative projects.	Not published	Up to $100K
Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Grant Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Guilford County, NC, focusing on education, human services, cultural arts, and more.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Maryland Traditions - Folklife Apprenticeship Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies Folklife Apprenticeships support traditional arts education by funding a mentor artist and apprentice artist to work together for one year. Individuals, State Colleges, State University	Not published	Varies
Charlene Victor & Ella J. Weiss Cultural Entrepreneur Fund Grant Brooklyn Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Charlene Victor & Ella J. Weiss Cultural Entrepreneur Fund, supported by the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, empowers Brooklyn's emerging women artists and arts administrators through professional development.	Not published	$3K
The Louis Padovano Grants The Lotos Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $8K The Louis Padovano Grants, awarded by The Lotos Foundation, support not-for-profit organizations in New York City that provide free arts and science programs to middle and high school students.	Not published	$8K
Lillian Orlowsky and William Freed Grant Provincetown Art Association and Museum · Foundation Not published · $5K – $36K The Lillian Orlowsky and William Freed Grant, offered by the Provincetown Art Association and Museum, supports under-recognized American painters over 45 facing financial need.	Not published	$5K – $36K
Nord Family Foundation Grant Program The Nord Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nord Family Foundation Grant Program focuses on supporting a variety of initiatives in the areas of arts and culture, civic affairs, education, and health and social services.	Not published	Varies
SU-CASA Grant New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Foundation Not published · $8K The SU-CASA Grant is a 3-month program placing local artists in Staten Island senior centers to engage older adults through creative workshops. Each residency concludes with a public event showcasing the participants' work.	Not published	$8K
GG ICF: Greater Impact Grant Program Fields-of-Interest-Grants Greater Grand Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Grand Island Community Foundation offers grants up to $10,000 to address unmet charitable needs in Hall County. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) entities and governmental agencies.	Not published	Varies
Creative Engagement Grants Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Creative Engagement Grants, offered by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, support individual artists and nonprofit organizations in Manhattan.	Not published	Up to $12K
John A. and Marlene L. Boll Foundation Grant John a & Marlene L Boll Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John A. and Marlene L. Boll Foundation is a private family foundation that was created in the early 1980's by John A. and Marlene L. Boll.	Not published	Varies
Traditional Arts Sustainability Grants Alliance for California Traditional Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K This program aims to build the capacity of nonprofit organizations serving low-income communities and communities of color in the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley.	Not published	Up to $30K
Culture and Community Grant Program Lawton Community Foundation Affiliated Fund of the Occf Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Oklahoma City Community Foundation launched its Culture and Community grant program to support organizations that preserve and promote Oklahoma's unique cultural heritage through educational programming, visual and performing arts, and…	Not published	$5K – $25K
McKnight National Residency And Commission Grant Playwrights' Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $27K The McKnight National Residency and Commission Grant supports a distinguished playwright from outside Minnesota to create a new play.	Not published	Up to $27K
Tennessee Arts & Rural Health Initiative Grant Tennessee Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Tennessee Arts & Rural Health Initiative Grant, funded by the Tennessee Arts Commission, aims to enhance health and wellness in rural hospitals through arts-based programs.	Not published	Up to $25K
Current Art Fund Grant The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · $8K The Current Art Fund, administered by Tri-Star Arts and supported by the Andy Warhol Foundation, grants $60,000 annually to Tennessee-based visual artists aged 21 and older.	Not published	$8K
Emerging Artist Program (CQC Emerging Artist) QCC The Center for Lesbian Gay Bisexual · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emerging Artist Program is part of the Creating Queer Community initiative and provides commissions for emerging artists to create or curate performance/exhibition segments as part of the National Queer Arts Festival.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Artists Competition & Exhibition Grant Arts for Rural Texas · Foundation Not published · $5K The Emerging Artists Competition & Exhibition, organized by Arts For Rural Texas, showcases the creativity of rural Texas students in grades 6-12.	Not published	$5K
Classroom Grants Danville Public School Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Danville Public School Foundation provides classroom grants to enhance current curriculum and provide additional resources for rigorous and fun educational experiences for students.	Not published	Varies
State Cultural Facilities Grant Program Rhode Island State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The State Cultural Facilities Grant Program (SCFG) supports the preservation and improvement of cultural properties in Rhode Island.	Not published	Up to $500K

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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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