Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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William Talbott Hillman Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The William Talbott Hillman Foundation Grant supports innovative arts programming in Pittsburgh and NYC, focusing on young people and BIPOC communities.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Arts & Cultural Education Fund Cultural Council of Palm Beach County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides resources for arts enrichment and engagement activities through meaningful and innovative arts education programs and initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Narrative Short Film Grant - Saul Zaentz Awards Berkeley Film Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Berkeley Film Foundation is proud to announce the Narrative Short Film Grant, providing vital funding for local filmmakers. This prestigious grant supports projects that creatively explore themes of social and environmental justice.	Not published	$25K
Grants for Schools: Education Resource Delaware Division of the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delaware Division of the Arts provides Education Resource grants to foster partnerships between schools, arts organizations, and artists, enhancing arts education for Pre K-12 students.	Not published	Varies
NYSCA Support for Artists Grants The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Significant grant funding designed to help artists support their creative work and professional development.	Not published	Varies
A. M. Pate Jr. Charitable Trust Grant A M Pate Jr Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $10K – $15K The A. M. Pate Jr. Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Texas, primarily focusing on those engaged in religious, educational, and artistic endeavors.	Not published	$10K – $15K
Rural Arts Facilities Fund Grant Tennessee Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Rural Arts Facilities Fund, established by the Tennessee Arts Commission, aims to support rural communities in enhancing their arts and cultural facilities.	Not published	Up to $200K
Project Grants: Small Museum Project Utah Division of Art & Museums · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Small Museum Project Grants aim to support small museums in Utah by promoting best practices in collection management, exhibition development, and public access.	Not published	Up to $3K
ASC: Emerging Creators Fellowship Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies ASC believes investing directly in creative individuals makes the charlotte-mecklenburg cultural community more sustainable.	Not published	Varies
Native Arts & Culture Foundation - LIFT Program Amador County Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides critical support to early career Native artists with one-year awards to develop and realize new projects.	Not published	Varies
Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust Grants Margaret E Burnham Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust supports nonprofit organizations in Maine through grants in five key areas: Community/Social Services, Medical, Educational, Arts/Culture, and Environment.	Not published	$1K – $15K
Community Solutions Grants The Turley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K Multi-year initiative to invest in nonprofits executing ground-level, community-driven strategies to create safer, more resilient communities.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Riedel Foundation Grant Riedel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Riedel Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Hannibal, MO, with a focus on enhancing community life.	Not published	Varies
DC Oral History - Beyond the Archive Grants Humanities Council of Washington DC Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The DC Oral History - Beyond the Archive Grants provide funding for community organizations and individuals to create public humanities projects utilizing existing oral history collections.	Not published	Up to $12K
SEIU Moe Foner Scholarship Service Employees International SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $5K	Not published	$5K
Regional Initiative Grant - Arts Project Support Arts Illiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies As a Regional Partner of the Indiana Arts Commission, Arts Illiana administers the Regional Initiative Grant Program for Region Six (Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion, Vigo counties).	Not published	Varies
Juried Exhibition Grant Program DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Juried Exhibition Grant Program supports District-based artists in showcasing their works at a themed visual art exhibition. It invites submissions for the Rip!	Not published	$1K – $2K
Classroom Grants Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation provides classroom grants to teachers and school administrators to support innovative educational programs and classroom needs. The program directly impacts more than 9,000 students in the district.	Not published	Varies
James J. and Margaret M. Kerrigan Endowed Scholarship Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The James J. and Margaret M. Kerrigan Endowed Scholarship, funded by the United Negro College Fund, provides essential financial support for juniors and seniors pursuing degrees in art and education at Historically Black Colleges and…	Not published	Up to $5K
Public Art New England Foundation for the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports the field of public art through grantmaking and field-building collaborations.	Not published	Varies
West Bend Community Foundation Grants Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Bend Community Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the greater West Bend area, encouraging community betterment through enduring donor legacies.	Not published	Varies
Impact100 East Bay Grant Program Impact 100 East Bay Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Impact100 model is readily available to all communities who wish to implement it.	Not published	Varies
Kleberg Foundation: Arts & Humanities Grant Robert J & Helen C Kleberg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kleberg Foundation supports arts and humanities initiatives, prioritizing established organizations with a history of partnership.	Not published	Varies
McCasland Foundation Grant McCasland Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCasland Foundation, founded in 1950 by T.H. McCasland, focuses on giving back to the community, primarily in Oklahoma.	Not published	Varies

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

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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