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.

5,129 grants
Foundation
Updated daily
$50.47 million total pool (varies by award)
SAN DIEGO TOURISM MARKETING · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

SDTMD Tourism Marketing Grants Program Overview: The San Diego Tourism Marketing District (SDTMD) awards annual competitive grants to tourism-generating events and programs that can demonstrate the…

US $7,500 - US $50,000
ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Season for Sharing Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Amount: US $7,500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Season for Sharing Grant supports non-profit…

THE DURHAM ARTS COUNCIL ENDOWMENT FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Season Grant Program Program Type: Annual grants for on-going operations and year-round arts activities Overview: The Season Grant Program supports arts organizations with on-going operations,…

THE DURHAM ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Season Grant Program Overview: A grant program designed to support arts organizations with ongoing operations, year-round activities, and annual events. Eligibility: Arts organizations with annual or…

Region 2 Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Season/Series Arts Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Region 2 Arts Council Amount: Up to US $18,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Season/Series Arts Support Grant is designed to assist…

PACIFIC NORTHWEST BALLET FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Second Stage Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Pacific Northwest Ballet (Seattle, WA) Focus Areas: Career transition support for professional ballet dancers pursuing post-performance careers…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

SECURA Insurance Companies Charitable Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary SECURA Insurance Companies Charitable…

Securian Financial Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Securian Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Securian Foundation Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Securian Foundation focuses on enhancing community well-being through financial…

WOMEN IN FILM & VIDEO INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seed Fund for Documentary Filmmakers Funder: Women in Film & Video DC Geographic Scope: Washington DC area (local organization) Focus Areas: Documentary film funding for early-stage projects Contact…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seed Grants Overview: Grant program to support initial funding for new creative projects or ventures. Geographic Scope: Mecklenburg County (inferred) Eligible Applicants: - Creative individuals…

SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SEIU Moe Foner Scholarship Funder: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Geographic Scope: Available to SEIU members, their families, and staff Award Amount: $5,000 nonrenewable scholarship…

THE SELF FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Self Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Self Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Self Family Foundation Grant aims to strengthen communities in Greenwood, South…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC Individual Artist: Emerging Artist Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The SEMAC Individual Artist:…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC Individual Artist: Grants for Advancing Artists Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $3,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The SEMAC…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC: Arts Management Training Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: Up to US $300 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary SEMAC: Arts Management Training…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC: General Operating Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The SEMAC: General Operating…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC: Opportunity Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The SEMAC Opportunity Grants provide vital…

US $3,000 - US $6,000
SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC: Rural Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $3,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The SEMAC Rural Arts Grant aims to…

SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA ARTS · Rolling / Open Foundation

SEMAC: School Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The SEMAC: School Residency Grant…

ROBERT G CABELL III AND MAUDE MORGAN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Semi-Annual Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Robert G III and Maude Morgan Cabell Foundation Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Semi-Annual Competitive Grant from the Robert G III and…

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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