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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THE ANDREW W MELLON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Mattapoisett Land Trust Inc · Closed · Annual Foundation

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…

City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Regional Arts & Culture Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Full tuition for one course
TRILITH INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

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…

MCINERNY FOUNDATION-- · Rolling / Open Foundation

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,…

Varies (recent awards range $1,000 - $15,000)
SAN DIEGO IMPERIAL COUNTIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

LOUISIANA ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMANITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program Mini Grants Overview: Smaller grant program for humanities-themed programming, part of LEH's programmatic grants offerings. Geographic Scope: Louisiana (implied) Focus Areas:…

Up to $3,000
LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

$978,400 total distributed in 2019 (111 organizations); varies by organization
REGIONAL CULTURAL AND PERFORMING ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

MIKE AND GILLIAN GOODRICH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

$5,000 - $25,000 per year
DESK DRAWER FUND · June 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Programmatic Grants Purpose: Supports programming or operating needs that drive meaningful community impact Funder: MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation Geographic Scope: Mid-Michigan, Southeast Michigan,…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

NEW ORLEANS FILM & VIDEO SOCIETY INC · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

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…

RASMUSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

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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