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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Semans Art Fund · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Artpreneur Launch Grants Status: Applications are not being accepted at this time. Overview: In 2022, a pilot round of Artpreneur Launch Grants were awarded to UNCSA alumni to support creative…

CREATIVE WACO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ArtPrenticeship Overview: A paid summer apprenticeship where high school artists work with professional creators, build real skills, and design murals that become part of Waco's visual story. Type:…

ArtPrize Grand Rapids · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ArtPrize Pitch Nights Program Status: Active for 2026 Geographic Scope: Multiple cities across the United States Overview: ArtPrize Pitch Nights are regional events held in partnership with local…

DAY52 INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ARTrepreneurs Scholarships Funder: Art Tatum Zone (Day52 Inc), Toledo, OH Overview: Scholarship program distributed to participating students in the Young ARTrepreneurs program with good attendance.…

Cultural Council of Palm Beach · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Cultural Education Fund Funder: Supported by the Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit cultural organizations Purpose:…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Arts & Cultural Fund Established: 1998 Purpose: To promote the arts in the service area (Dan River Region) Geographic Scope Serving Danville, VA and the counties of Pittsylvania and Halifax, VA; and…

Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Cultural Org Development Funder: Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Tompkins County, NY Contact: Community Arts Partnership, 110 N. Tioga Street…

Fleishhacker Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Special Arts Grants Special Arts Grants are awarded to anchoring arts and culture nonprofit organizations that have annual budgets between $750,000 and $2 million; produce and present new…

Fleishhacker Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Culture – Small Arts Grants- For Filmmakers Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fleishhacker Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2025 Summary The Fleishhacker Foundation's…

EAST TENNESSEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Arts & Culture Alliance American Rescue Plan Renewal Grant Funder: Arts and Culture Alliance (on behalf of Knox County and U.S. Department of the Treasury) Award Amount: $50,000 Geographic Scope:…

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OUR FUND FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts & Culture Fund Funder: Our Fund Foundation Inc (in partnership with Warten Foundation) Geographic Scope: South Florida (Broward and Miami-Dade Counties) Focus Areas: LGBTQ+ arts, culture,…

Charlevoix County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Culture Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charlevoix County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Arts & Culture Grant, offered by the Charlevoix County Community…

The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Culture Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary Overview Arts & Culture Grant Program Our Arts…

THE DON & SYBIL HARRINGTON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Culture Grants Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Program Description: Grant program supporting arts and culture initiatives. Program details are referenced in the foundation's grant menu but…

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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