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
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SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senator Montigny's Children's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Senator Montigny's Children's…

EXPERIENCE LEARNING COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sensory-Friendly Programs Overview: MOPOP welcomes anyone who can benefit from a low-sensory museum environment. Sensory-Friendly Programs are opportunities for adults and families to experience the…

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RECESS ACTIVITIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Session Overview: Session supports the creation of new work by giving artists a project stipend, artist's fee, technical support, mentorship, and approximately two months to transform Recess into a…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seth Smith Memorial Endowment Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Seth Smith Memorial…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seward Community Foundation Annual Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Seward Community…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Seward Community Foundation Grant Cycle Geographic Scope: Seward/Moose Pass area, Alaska Mission: Enhance the quality of life in the Seward/Moose Pass area by addressing and assisting local needs,…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seward Community Foundation Mini-Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Seward Community Foundation…

Up to $10,000
Mid Market Business Association · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

SF Thrives Grants Provider: San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) Status: Past grant program (announced February 3, 2026) Geographic Scope: San Francisco, specifically…

THE SAN FRANCISCO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

SFF: Murphy Award and Cadogan Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Francisco Foundation Amount: US $6,500 - US $40,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Murphy Award and Cadogan…

SHALLOW FORD FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview This funding opportunity is made possible by the Wayne A. Shore Endowment Fund, which was established by a bequest from Mr. Shore who lived in East Bend. Grants of up to $12,000 may be…

Up to US $25,000
San Francisco Film Society (SFFILM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

SFFILM Rainin Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Francisco Film Society (SFFILM) Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The SFFILM Rainin Grant supports independent narrative…

The Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Share the Bounty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Share the Bounty Grant, offered by The Andersons Inc Charitable…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sharon E. Burrows Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Sharon E. Burrows Scholarship, established in memory…

METHUEN FESTIVAL OF TREES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sharon M. Pollard Preservation Award Funder: Methuen Festival of Trees, Inc. Award Type: Recognition award (not a direct grant) Purpose: To recognize and celebrate individuals and organizations that…

WALENTAS FOUNDATION LTD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mission The Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program awards rent-free non-living studio space to 17 visual artists for year-long residencies in DUMBO, Brooklyn. Its mission is to provide working…

Foundation Management · Rolling / Open Foundation

Shaw Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation Management Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Shaw Family Foundation, established in 2011 by Richard C. Shaw and his sons, aims…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: This is not being offered in 2024._ The Community Foundation stewards several charitable funds that annually award grants to support nonprofit organization programs, projects and…

SHEILA FORTUNE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Sheila Fortune Foundation (SFF) is currently re-evaluating how we fund organizations. As a result,_ _WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM NEW ORGANIZATIONS IN 2023._ _We…

Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sheila Gulley Pleasants Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Sheila Gulley Pleasants Fellowship, offered by the…

SCRANTON AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sheldon Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Sheldon Family Foundation Grant, offered by the…

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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