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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FRIENDS OF DENVER SCHOOL OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Schomp Summer Scholarships Organization: DSA Friends Foundation Geographic Scope: Denver School of the Arts (Denver, CO); supports participation in summer intensives around the country Focus Areas:…

RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY & ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

School Arts Program Sponsorships Funder: Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation (RCCAAF) Program Description: Annual sponsorship program providing funds to instructors at local high schools who…

South Carolina Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

School Arts Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The School Arts Support Grants aim to assist public,…

ARTS ETC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

School Funding Request Funder: Arts, etc. (Charleston, SC) Purpose: Direct funding opportunity for schools to support arts integration into classrooms and other student needs. Geographic Scope -…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

School Grants Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools, SC Status: Active program Focus Areas: Arts integration and arts education in schools Related…

Full tuition waiver plus visa, travel, housing, living costs, and materials funding
THE AMERICAN TURKISH SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

School of Visual Arts (SVA) Summer Residency Program Scholarship Overview: The American Turkish Society awards an annual scholarship to Turkish artists to attend the School of Visual Arts Summer…

GREATER GREEN BAY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

School Spirit Educational Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: August 29, 2025 Summary The School Spirit Educational…

US $2,500 - US $5,000
Schwartz Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Schwartz Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Schwartz Charitable Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Schwartz Charitable Foundation provides…

SOUTH CENTRAL IOWA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

SCICF: Lucas County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Central Iowa Community Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The SCICF: Lucas County Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in…

THE SCIOTO COUNTY AREA FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Scioto Foundation General Grants Overview: The Scioto Foundation awards grants on a quarterly basis to support community nonprofit organizations and initiatives. Geographic Scope: Scioto County, Ohio…

Scott County Regional Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scott County Regional Authority Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scott County Regional Authority Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Scott County Regional Authority (SCRA) provides grants to…

SCOTTSDALE ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Scottsdale Arts- Community Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scottsdale Arts Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Scottsdale Arts Community Arts Grant Program…

Surface Design Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDA Award of Excellence Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Surface Design Association Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The SDA Award of Excellence recognizes innovative achievements in textile and…

Surface Design Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDA Community Support Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Surface Design Association Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The SDA Community Support Fund, supported by the Surface Design Association,…

South Dakota Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDAC Arts Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Summary The SDAC Arts Opportunity Grant supports organizations in…

Up to US $500
South Dakota Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDAC Excursion Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary The SDAC Excursion Grant offers matching funds to South Dakota…

South Dakota Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDAC Professional Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The SDAC Professional Development Grant, offered by…

South Dakota Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDAC Technical Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The SDAC Technical Assistance Grant offers matching funds…

Up to US $5,000
South Dakota Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

SDAC: Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The South Dakota Arts Council (SDAC) offers Project Grants to…

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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