Princeton Arts Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Amount: US $93,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Princeton Arts Fellowships, supported by The…
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.
Priscilla Hathaway Art Scholarship Funder: Mattapoisett Land Trust Inc, made possible through the generosity of Brad Hathaway and his family Purpose: To support graduating high school seniors…
Professional Arts Producing Institutions (PAPI) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The…
Professional Development and Artistic Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The Professional Development and Artistic…
Professional Development and Artistic Planning Grants (South Arts) Overview: Grants offering support for artistic planning and professional development needs of Southern presenters, programmers, or…
Overview Regional Arts & Culture Council Our mission is to enrich our communities through arts and culture. We envision a thriving region, powered by creativity, with arts and culture in every…
Professional Development Grants for Arts Organizations Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary South Arts, Inc. offers Professional…
Professional Education Scholarships Overview: Scholarships designed to increase access to high-quality, hands-on training in film, television, and digital media for Trilith Institute Professional…
Program & General Operating Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McInerny Foundation Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The McInerny Foundation, a leading charitable organization in Hawaii,…
Program Grant Funder: Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD) Geographic Scope: San Diego and Imperial Counties, California Mission: Funds innovative programs that enhance the quality of life…
Program Mini Grants Overview: Smaller grant program for humanities-themed programming, part of LEH's programmatic grants offerings. Geographic Scope: Louisiana (implied) Focus Areas:…
Program Stream Program Type: General operating support grant for small arts organizations Geographic Scope: Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, and Monroe counties in Pennsylvania Eligibility: - Non-arts…
Program Support Grants Overview: Provides funding to nonprofit arts and culture organizations for a one-time project or ongoing program that broadens and deepens participation in or access to the…
Program, Operating and Capital Campaign Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mike & Gillian Goodrich Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Mike & Gillian Goodrich…
Programmatic Grants Purpose: Supports programming or operating needs that drive meaningful community impact Funder: MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation Geographic Scope: Mid-Michigan, Southeast Michigan,…
Programming and Project Support Grants for Organizations Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $3,000 - US $11,000 Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The…
Programming Fellowship Status: Applications currently closed Overview: A paid, seven-month fellowship (April–August) designed for Greater New Orleans-based aspiring film programmers to build skills…
Programming Grants for Arts Organizations [formerly Presenter/Production Assistance Grants] Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: January…
Project Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rasmuson Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Rasmuson Foundation offers Project Awards to support Alaska artists in…
Project Grant for Artists Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nevada Arts Council (NAC) Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The FY26 Project Grant for Artists from the Nevada Arts…
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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