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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FIRST PEOPLES FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rooted Pathways Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Peoples Fund Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Summary The Rooted Pathways Program, initiated by First Peoples Fund,…

CHILDREN'S BRAIN TUMOR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Rosalie Ou Out of the Ordinary Scholarship Focus: Brain tumor survivors pursuing fashion and art Eligibility: Brain tumor survivors who share Rosalie Ou's passion for fashion and art Overview:…

ROSAMARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

RosaMary Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: RosaMary Foundation Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The RosaMary Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in the Greater New Orleans…

More than US $10,000
THE ROSE HILLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rose Hills Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rose Hills Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Rose Hills Foundation Grant aims to foster a healthier…

ROSENLUND FAMILY FOUNDATION INV MGR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rosenlund Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rosenlund Family Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Rosenlund Family Foundation, established…

US $2,500 - US $10,000
THE ROSEWOOD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rosewood Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rosewood Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Rosewood Foundation, founded by Caroline Rose Hunt,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ross-Roberts Fund for the Arts Overview: Celebrates, promotes, and supports the arts in Northern Virginia. Geographic Scope: Northern Virginia Focus Areas: - Arts support - Arts promotion - Arts…

ROSSIN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rossin Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rossin Foundation Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Rossin Foundation, established in 1989 by Peter C. and Ada E. Rossin, is dedicated to…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rotary Club of Appleton: Community Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Rotary Club of…

ROTARY CLUB OF OJAI EDUCATIONAL · March 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Rotary Club of Ojai Community Grants Funder: Rotary Club of Ojai (Ojai, CA, US) Geographic Scope: Ojai Valley Focus Areas: - Youth services - Arts - Music Eligibility: - Not-for-profit organizations…

NORTH ST PAUL-MAPLEWOOD-OAKDALE ROTARY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Rotary Grants Funder: North St Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale Rotary Club Geographic Scope: Primarily North St Paul, Maplewood, and Oakdale communities Award Amount: Not specified General Information The…

ROY AND CHRISTINE STURGIS CHARITABLE AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Roy & Christine Sturgis Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Roy & Christine Sturgis Charitable Trust Grant Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Roy & Christine Sturgis Charitable…

The Roy & Gloria Dinsdale Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Roy & Gloria Dinsdale Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Roy And Gloria Dinsdale Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: May 09, 2025 Summary The Roy and Gloria Dinsdale…

ICON360 INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Royal Icon Award Overview: The Royal Icon Award is an initiative created to invest in crisp and creative emerging talent within the fashion industry. This award was produced through a partnership…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ruben Elijah Reiser Johnson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Approximately US $750 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Ruben Elijah…

$3,000 - $25,000
RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART AKA THE SHELLEY · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Rubin Grants Program Overview: The Rubin Museum of Art supports artists, creatives, and scholars in the field of Himalayan art with an annual grant program that aims to expand awareness and…

The Puppeteers of America Inc · July 10, 2027 · Biennial Foundation

Rufus and Margo Rose New Works Fund Established: 1975 Purpose: Honors fine performers and great friends of puppetry, Rufus and Margo Rose. Makes financial grants to active puppeteers for projects…

ARROWHEAD REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview ARAC Mission The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s mission is to facilitate and encourage local arts development. This mission statement grows from a conviction that the arts improve the…

Tennessee Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural Arts Facilities Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tennessee Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Rural Arts Facilities Fund, established by the…

THE MUSSER FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rural Arts Initiative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Laura Jane Musser Fund Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Rural Arts Initiative Grant Program, established by…

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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