Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 4,970 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Stewardship Mini Grant Program Overview: New City Parks offers summer Stewardship Mini Grants to empower local community-based organizations to offer structured programming and engage residents in…
Stickley Scholarship Fund: Pat Danial Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Stickley Scholarship Fund…
Stimson-Miller Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stimson-Miller Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Stimson-Miller Foundation Grant supports civic,…
Stinson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stinson Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Stinson Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations…
STJCF Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Joe Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The St. Joe Community Foundation, established in 1999, aims…
Overview _NOTE: In order to be considered for a Bartol Foundation grant, you must meet our eligibility requirements and request a site visit. A site visit must be completed before you submit your…
Overview Stone County Community Fund Stone County nonprofits and charitable organizations can apply for grants up to $2,500 to support impactful projects in the community. Funding is available for…
Story County Community Foundation: McCallsburg, Iowa Legacy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Story County Community Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Story County Community…
StoryCenter Scholarships Geographic Scope: Berkeley and Denver locations Mission: StoryCenter's mission to build a just and healthy world means making spaces for everyone to share their stories,…
Storytelling Grants Status: By invitation only Overview: Storytelling Grants are available for community-led organizations and creative leaders who are building narrative and cultural power for…
Storytelling to Safeguard Cultural Identity and Sovereignty: Bolstering the Tourism Industry The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Tashkent announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement…
Stoughton Area Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stoughton Area Community Foundation Amount: US $300 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Stoughton Area Community…
Strategic Grants Program Overview: The Foundation's Strategic Grants Program awards grants to advance the Creative Space Action Plan and address other priorities set by the Board of Directors. Focus…
Strategic Impact Grants Funder: Arts Council of Anne Arundel County (ACAAC) Geographic Scope: Anne Arundel County, Maryland Status: CHECK BACK MAY 1, 2026 TO SEE IF STRATEGIC IMPACT GRANTS WILL BE…
Strategic Investment Grants Overview: Grant program for nonprofit organizations aligned with ASC's strategic priorities. Geographic Scope: Mecklenburg County (inferred) Eligible Applicants: -…
Strengthening Communities- Caring and Connected NWA Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Walmart Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Strengthening Communities- Caring and Connected NWA Grant aims to…
Stuart Harris Drama Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of The Dan River Region Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants must be full-time…
WTS Orange County Student Art Program Overview: A program introducing elementary school students to transportation through interactive presentations and art projects. Geographic Scope: Orange County,…
Student Enrichment Program Award Geographic Scope: Sanger Independent School District (Sanger, Texas) Status: Active - Applications open October 1 annually Grade Levels: K-11th grade students…
Student Grants Program Funder: Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Mamaroneck Union Free School District, New York Focus Areas: - Student-led community initiatives - STEM and…
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.
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.
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.