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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ASSEMBLY FOR THE ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rapid Action Grant Geographic Scope: Cleveland area (Ohio) Contact: - Assembly for the Arts - 6539 Euclid Ave, Suite 110 - Cleveland, OH 44103 - Phone: 216-575-0331 - Email: info@assemblycle.org -…

BROADWAY ADVOCACY COALITION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Rapid Response Artivism Micro-Grant Funder: Broadway Advocacy Coalition Inc (NY, US) Award Amount: $1,000 per micro-grant Number of Awards: Up to 5 awardees for the first cycle Program Overview…

ARTS FOR OAKLAND KIDS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rapid Response Fund (RRF) Purpose: Fill last-minute gaps in arts education by connecting well-established arts education providers to schools where students are receiving no arts education Geographic…

NEW YORK FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS INC · April 21, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants - Cycle 24 Geographic Scope: US Resident Age Requirement: 21+ Grant Type: Emergency Grant Eligible Disciplines: - Choreography/Dance

NEW YORK FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York Foundation for the Arts Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Rauschenberg Medical Emergency…

NEW YORK FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants - Cycle 36 Geographic Scope: US Resident Age Requirement: 21+ Grant Type: Emergency Grant Eligible Disciplines: - Choreography/Dance - Digital/Electronic Arts -…

NEW YORK WOMEN IN FILM & TELEVISION INC · July 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Ravenal Foundation Feature Film Grant Amount: $7,500 Purpose: Supports a woman second-time feature film director over 40 years of age in the production of a dramatic feature film. Focus Areas: -…

THE RAWLEY FOUNDATION XXXXX0008 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rawley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rawley Foundation P65070008 Last Updated: May 01, 2025 Summary The Rawley Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations in Texas, focusing on…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline._ Ray Yoshida Kauai…

The Antone and Marie Raymus Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Background Antone and Marie Raymus were fiercely committed to their local communities. Their vision for the future was powered by their faith, love, and compassion for others. We at the…

Raymond B Preston Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

RBPFF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Raymond B Preston Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Raymond B. Preston Family Foundation focuses on educational, artistic, and…

US $1,000 - US $25,000
RICHMOND COUNTY SAVINGS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RCSF Board Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Richmond County Savings Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Richmond County Savings Foundation (RCSF) offers…

RCU FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

RCU Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rcu Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The RCU Foundation Grant supports capital projects in the arts, education, and health sectors,…

ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Re-envisioning the COVID Creative Economy Grant Status: This grant program appears to be closed or historical. The deadline was September 30, 2020. Geographic Scope: Four County Greater Albuquerque…

MONUMENT LAB INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Re:Generation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Monument Lab Inc Amount: US $100,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The Re:Generation initiative, supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation,…

REA CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rea Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rea Charitable Trust Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Rea Charitable Trust, established in 2009 by Mrs. Isabel McClintic Rea, prioritizes…

Poets & Writers · Rolling / Open Foundation

Readings & Workshops Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Poets & Writers Amount: US $150 - US $3,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2025 Summary The Readings & Workshops Mini-Grants provide funding for…

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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