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
State/ Foundation
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PERENCHIO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Grant for Capital Improvements Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perenchio Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Project Grant for Capital Improvements by…

KENT CULTURAL ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Project Grants Funder: Kent County Arts Council (KCAC) Geographic Scope: Kent County, Maryland Overview: Funding for specific arts and culture projects. For FY 2020, the Board increased funding by…

$1,000 - $5,000
VERMONT HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Project Grants Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 Geographic Scope: Vermont Funder: Vermont Humanities Council Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit organizations including museums, libraries, film/music/literary…

$250 - $5,000
Arts Commission Grants · Rolling / Open State

Project Grants are utilized in funding a broad range of arts projects (and arts components of larger projects) in Mississippi communities. Requires a dollar-for-dollar cash match.

Up to $10,000
The Landfall Foundation Inc · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Project Grants Funder: The Landfall Foundation Inc (Wilmington, NC) Overview: Project Grants support specific projects to be completed within 1-2 years. These grants fund discrete initiatives with…

Utah Division of Art & Museums · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Grants: Small Museum Project Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Division of Art & Museums Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Small Museum Project Grants aim to support…

$5,200 average (2024-2025: 5 grants totaling $26,000)
METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Support Grants Purpose: Support non-profit organizations with arts projects, activities, or programs, especially if they are not year-round programs. Funding is meant to support public-facing…

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF FAYETTEVILLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Support Grants Funder: Arts Council of Fayetteville, NC Eligibility: 501(c) entities, colleges/universities, and municipal entities Geographic Scope: Not specified in provided content Program…

ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Project Support Grants Overview: Grant program supporting specific arts projects and initiatives by local arts organizations and artists in Fairfax County. Geographic Scope: Fairfax County, City of…

KIRKPATRICK FAMILY AFFILIATED FUND OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project Support: Small Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kirkpatrick Family Fund Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Kirkpatrick Family Fund offers Project Support through…

CHICKEN & EGG FILMS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Project: Hatched Focus: Supports filmmakers or filmmaking teams to implement a strategic vision for the impact and engagement they want to achieve with their finished film. Eligibility: Filmmakers or…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Projects, Events and Festivals Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: Up to US $9,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Central Minnesota Arts Board…

US $10,000 - US $20,000
DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation

Projects, Events, or Festivals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Projects, Events, or…

Promega Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Promega Corporate Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Promega Corporation Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary Promega Corporate Giving is dedicated to advancing science and improving life…

PROMONTORY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Promontory Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Promontory Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2025 Summary The Promontory Foundation aims to enhance the Park City community and Summit County…

Provident Benevolent Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Provident Benevolent Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Provident Benevolent Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Provident Benevolent…

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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