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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PHILIP L VAN EVERY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Philip L. Van Every Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philip L Van Every Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The Philip L. Van Every Foundation…

ROSS MCKEE FOUNDATION FOR THE MUSICAL ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Piano Performance and Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ross McKee Foundation for the Musical Arts Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: April 14, 2025 Summary The Ross McKee Foundation…

Up to $200 per family
RESCHOOL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pick-a-Pass Program Overview: Pick-a-Pass provides year-long memberships to cultural institutions, giving families the autonomy to explore, grow, and engage with cultural and educational spaces on…

SAINT LOUIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Picture the Music Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Bi-state region (Missouri and Illinois), serving public, private, parochial, and homeschools Focus Areas: - Free, cross-curricular art…

PIEDMONT EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Piedmont Arts Fund Alternative Names: Formerly known as PAINTS (Promote Arts In The Schools) and CHIME Purpose: Support visual and performing arts education in Piedmont Unified School District (PUSD)…

PITCCH IN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PIF Funded Grants Overview: The PitCCh In Foundation provides funding grants to community organizations and institutions that align with the foundation's mission of enriching youth through…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE MONIKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pikes Peak Region Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Moniker Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Pikes Peak Region Grant, offered by The Moniker…

ODC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pilot Program Funder: ODC (San Francisco, CA) Overview: The Pilot Program was originally created in 1990 to nurture the development of emerging choreographers. In 2022, with California Arts Council…

Virginia G Piper Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Piper Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Last Updated: September 09, 2025 Summary The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust focuses on enhancing health and well-being…

MARIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · November 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Pirkle Jones Fund Visual Artist Support Program Established: To honor Marin photographer Pirkle Jones (died 2009) Purpose: Recognize, encourage, and nurture artistic imagination and drive, commitment…

New Hampshire Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Piscataqua Region Artist Advancement Grant Overview: A major unrestricted grant awarded annually to support individual visual artists in their artistic development and career growth. One of the…

Greater Rochester Community · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Piscataqua Region Artist Advancement Grant Award Amount: Up to $25,000 for primary recipient; $1,500 for finalists Geographic Scope: Seacoast region (visual artists) Focus Areas: - Support for…

New Hampshire Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Piscataqua Region Artist Advancement Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Piscataqua…

BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PitchBLACK Forum & Awards Overview: The largest pitch competition for Black, independent filmmakers and creative technologists in the United States. Black Public Media holds its annual PitchBLACK…

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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