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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COMMUNITYGIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Paynesville Area Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Paynesville Area Community Foundation…

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Pebble Beach Company Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

PBC Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pebble Beach Company Foundation Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The PBC Grants, funded by the Pebble Beach Company Foundation, aim to enhance educational…

Pennsylvania Council on the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCA Creative Communities Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The PCA Creative Communities…

Up to US $100,000
Pop Culture Collaborative · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCC Rapid Response Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pop Culture Collaborative Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The PCC Rapid Response Grants provide support for cultural…

PARK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCCF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Park County Community Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The PCCF Annual Community Grants provide essential funding to support local…

PUTNAM COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCCF Community Impact Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Putnam County Community Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The PCCF Community Impact Grants…

PARK CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: In light of the widespread economic impacts of COVID-19 on nonprofits and their programs, we encourage organizations to apply for general/unrestricted support rather than a specific…

Up to US $25,000
PINELLAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCF Operating Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pinellas Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: July 13, 2025 Summary The Pinellas Community Foundation's PCF Operating Grants provide…

THE PHILADELPHIA CULTURAL FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCF: Art & Culture Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philadelphia Cultural Fund Inc Amount: US $12,500 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Philadelphia Cultural Fund (PCF) continues to support the…

THE PHILADELPHIA CULTURAL FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCF: Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philadelphia Cultural Fund Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The PCF Community Impact Grant, administered by the…

US $500 - US $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR WESTERN IOWA · Rolling / Open Foundation

PCIF Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation For Western Ia Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The PCIF Community Impact Grants, offered by…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
Peaceful World Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Peaceful World Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peaceful World Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Peaceful World Foundation Grants support…

PEACOCK FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Peacock Foundation Inc. Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peacock Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Peacock Foundation Inc. grants support the health and well-being of South…

PECKHAM FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Peckham Family Foundation: Basic Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peckham Family Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Peckham Family Foundation offers Basic Support Grants aimed…

PEGGY AND ROBERT MATTHEWS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peggy And Robert Matthews Foundation Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation Grant aims to…

American Library Association (ALA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Peggy Barber Tribute Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Library Association (ALA) Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant, offered by the American…

DENVER POST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pen & Podium Grants Funder: Denver Post Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Denver metro area Focus Areas: Literary arts, education, and youth literacy Program Description Grant program associated…

PEN AMERICAN CENTER INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

PEN Open Book Award (Multigenre) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PEN America Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary The PEN Open Book Award, presented by PEN America, recognizes literary…

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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