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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$1,000 - $5,000
THE MONTPELIER FOUNDATION INC · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Small Grant Program Program Name: Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier Small Grant Program Overview: This program carries on the Montpelier Foundation's role held since 1994 - to provide funding for…

Up to $5,000
GEORGIA'S OWN FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Small Grant Program Overview: Grants for local nonprofits that fall within Georgia's Own Foundation's mission of empowering local youth. Geographic Scope: Georgia Focus Areas: At least 85% of…

Varies (examples: $500-$1,000+ range based on project)
ARROWHEAD REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Small Grant Program for Individuals Status: Currently under review as of April 2026; second round was cancelled due to budgetary constraints in FY2026 Geographic Scope: Arrowhead region (Aitkin,…

Up to $2,500 per grant (approximately 4 grants)
THE LAST GREEN VALLEY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Small Grant Round for Historic and Cultural Resources Funder: The Last Green Valley Inc (TLGV) Focus Areas: - Projects that preserve, interpret, promote, or market historical and cultural resources -…

$500 - $2,500
GREATER BOISE ROTARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Small Grants Program Award Amount: $500 - $2,500 Geographic Scope: Ada County, Idaho Funder: Greater Boise Rotary Foundation (GBRF) Eligibility - Organizations must be exempt from federal tax under…

MISSOULA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Small Grants Geographic Scope: Missoula-area nonprofits Focus Areas - Arts & Culture - Education - Community Care Overview Each year, the Missoula Community Foundation offers small grants to area…

BEMIS COMPANY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Small Grants That Enrich Communities Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Amcor Cares Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Small Grants That Enrich…

FRANCES C AND WILLIAM P SMALLWOOD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smallwood Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frances C. and William P. Smallwood Foundation Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Smallwood Foundation Grant supports charitable purposes…

US $500 - US $1,500
City of Seattle: Office of Arts & Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

smART Ventures grant Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Seattle: Office of Arts & Culture Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The smART Ventures grant is a…

SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · May 2, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

SMCF General Grant Program Funder: Sierra Madre Community Foundation (SMCF) Geographic Scope: Sierra Madre, CA and surrounding community Mission: Distribute funds to support Sierra Madre activities,…

Up to US $100,000
Spirit Mountain Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

SMF: Oregon Tribal Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spirit Mountain Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Spirit Mountain Foundation provides funding to Oregon's…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA INITIATIVE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

SMIF Paint the Town Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The SMIF Paint the…

VENTURA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smith-Hobson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ventura County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Smith-Hobson Foundation Grant provides vital support for arts and…

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Smithsonian Artist Research Fellowship (SARF) program was launched in 2007 to provide outstanding visual artists from across the world a unique opportunity to work with Smithsonian…

The Smithville Charitable Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smithville Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Smithville Charitable Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Smithville Charitable…

US $500 - US $5,000
Visual Arts Exchange · Rolling / Open Foundation

Snapdragon Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Visual Arts Exchange Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview About The mission of the Snapdragon Fund is to support…

SNEE-REINHARDT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Snee-Reinhardt Charitable…

Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Arts & Culture Status: ACTIVE Funder: Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Snoqualmie Tribal…

Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Native Services Status: ACTIVE Funder: Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Snoqualmie Tribal…

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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