Perspective Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation
Perspective Fund: Organizations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perspective Fund Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Perspective Fund is dedicated to transforming storytelling into a tool for…
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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US $2,500
Arts Midwest Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation
Peter Capell Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Midwest Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Peter Capell Award for Midwestern Creativity & Entrepreneurship honors arts…
Up to US $50,000
MARSHALL AND ELLEN PETERS FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Peters Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marshall and Ellen Peters Family Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Marshall and Ellen Peters Family…
Up to US $10,000
The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Petersburg Community Foundation Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Petersburg Community…
US $2,000 - US $4,000
The Pew Charitable Trusts · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Capacity Building Grants - Research and Travel Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pew Charitable Trusts Amount: US $2,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026…
US $500 - US $1,500
The Pew Charitable Trusts · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Capacity Building Grants- Technical Assistance grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pew Charitable Trusts Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary…
Up to US $300,000
The Pew Charitable Trusts · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Creative Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pew Charitable Trusts Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage…
The Pew Charitable Trusts · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Evolving Futures Grants - Planning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pew Charitable Trusts Amount: Up to US $60,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Pew Center…
Up to US $600,000
The Pew Charitable Trusts · Rolling / Open Foundation
Pew Center for Arts & Heritage: Evolving Futures Grants- Implementation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pew Charitable Trusts Amount: Up to US $600,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Pew Center…
US $10,000 - US $25,000
PGE Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
PGE Foundation: Creative Expression Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: PGE Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The PGE Foundation offers Creative Expression…
Up to $10,000
PORT GAMBLE S'KLALLAM FOUNDATION · May 31, 2027 · Semi-annual Foundation
PGST Community Investment Grant Program Status: Currently in non-competitive phase (2025-2026). Regular competitive applications resume in 2027. Geographic Scope: Kitsap community and wider region…
FRIENDS OF LITTLE SAIGON · April 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Phát Triển Tốt Small Business Incubation Program Overview: A three-month mentorship program of Friends of Little Sài Gòn to develop small businesses, artists, and cultural workers. Mentees receive…
Up to US $1,000
Pleasant Hill Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
PHCF: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pleasant Hill Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Pleasant Hill Community Foundation offers biannual…
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PHIL HARDIN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Phil Hardin Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Phil Hardin Foundation Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Phil Hardin Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational and life outcomes for…
$500 - $1,000
PHILADELPHIA ACTIVITIES FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Philadelphia Activities Fund Grant Funder: Philadelphia Activities Fund Inc (PA, US) Mission: The Philadelphia Activities Fund is a nonprofit corporation established by the Mayor and City Council to…
$50,000
BLACKSTAR PROJECTS INC · May 23, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Philadelphia Filmmaker Lab Overview: A year-long directing fellowship with $50,000 in production funds for Black, Brown, and Indigenous filmmakers in the Greater Philadelphia area. Geographic Scope:…
US $1,000 - US $1,500
INDEPENDENCE PUBLIC MEDIA OF · Rolling / Open Foundation
Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: People’s Media Fund Amount: US $1,000 - US $1,500 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund,…
Gifford Medical Center Inc · February 12, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Philip D. Levesque Memorial Community Award Funder: Gifford Medical Center Inc Award Amount: $1,000 Geographic Scope: Gifford's service area in the White River Valley, Vermont Focus Areas: Arts,…
Gifford Health Care Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation
Philip D. Levesque Memorial Community Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gifford Health Care Inc. Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Philip D. Levesque Memorial Community…
US $30,000 - US $75,000
Philip L Graham Fund co Graham Holdings Company · Rolling / Open Foundation
Philip L. Graham Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philip L. Graham Fund Amount: US $30,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Philip L. Graham Fund Grant focuses on enhancing…
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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