PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize for Debut Short Story Collection (Fiction) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: PEN America Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary The PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize…
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.
Pendleton and Elisabeth Carey Miller Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pendleton and Elisabeth Carey Miller Charitable Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The…
Peninsula Activities: Mary E. and Curtis M. Chappell Jr. Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The…
Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) Grant Programs Administrator: Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance (PRAA) in partnership with Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) Overview: The Pennsylvania…
Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) Grants Overview: The Cultural Alliance is a regional partner of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA). Through the Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts…
Peoples Gas Charitable Contributions: General Operating Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peoples Gas Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Peoples Gas Charitable Contributions provide essential…
Peoples Gas Charitable Contributions: Project or Program Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Peoples Gas Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Peoples Gas offers charitable contributions to support…
Peoria Diamond Club Grants Program Purpose: The Peoria Diamond Club Grants Program provides awards, contributions and grants in various amounts to assist local youth through sponsored or directed…
Pérez CreARTE Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Miami Foundation Amount: US $100,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Pérez CreARTE Grants, funded by the Jorge M. Pérez Family…
Provides artistic fee subsidies to support performances and presentations across Texas. Helps make live arts performances accessible to communities and students.
Performing Americas Program - Creative Exchange Mobility Awards Program Type: International travel support for arts exchange planning Geographic Scope: United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean…
Performing Americas Program - Creative Exchange Residencies Program Type: International performing arts exchange program Geographic Scope: United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean Program…
Performing Artists Directory Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Arts Council Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The Performing Artists Directory Grants, offered by the Kentucky Arts…
Performing Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Glendale, AZ Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: April 13, 2025 Summary The City of Glendale, AZ is proud to present the Annual…
Performing Arts Touring Grants Funder: South Arts Inc Geographic Scope: Nine-state region including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and…
Overview _NOTE: Before submitting an application for the Spring or Fall cycle, all applicants must contact the Foundation no later than the pre-proposal deadline above._ Permian Basin Area Foundation…
Perry County CF: Community Good Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Perry County CF: Community Good Grants Program,…
Perry County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Perry County Community…
Perry Dean and Alice Graham Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perry D. and Alice H. Graham Trust Last Updated: May 27, 2025 Summary The Perry Dean and Alice Graham Charitable…
Perspective Fund: Documentary Film Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perspective Fund Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Perspective Fund provides vital support for documentary filmmakers…
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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