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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PENNSYLVANIA RURAL ARTS ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

GREATER PHILADELPHIA CULTURAL ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

PEORIA DIAMOND CLUB · Closed Foundation

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…

US $100,000 - US $250,000
THE MIAMI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Varies by performance
TX Commission on the Arts · Rolling / Open State

Provides artistic fee subsidies to support performances and presentations across Texas. Helps make live arts performances accessible to communities and students.

Kentucky Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

City of Glendale, AZ · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

SOUTH ARTS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

PERMIAN BASIN AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open 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,…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Perspective Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

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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