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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Costume Society of America · Rolling / Open Foundation

Southeastern Region- Jim Liles Student Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Costume Society of America Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary Overview About The Costume Society of…

THE ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Southern Arts Relief & Recovery Fund Overview: In partnership with organizations across the region, South Arts has launched the Southern Arts Relief & Recovery Fund to support artists and…

US $100,000 - US $1,000,000
WM KECK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Southern California Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: W. M. Keck Foundation Amount: US $100,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Southern California Grant Program, managed…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
SOUTH ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Southern Circuit Screening Partner Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: September 21, 2025 Summary The Southern Circuit Screening…

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE SOUTHERN FINGER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Southern Finger Lakes (SFLX) Artist Fellowship Overview: An unrestricted, cash award that allows artists to focus solely on their art-making without specific project requirements. The inaugural…

THE ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Southern Prize and State Fellowships for Visual Arts Overview: The Southern Prize and State Fellowships are open to visual artists in the nine-state region to support, expose, and celebrate the…

Houston Arts Alliance · Rolling / Open Foundation

Southwest Gate Portal Artworks Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Houston Arts Alliance Amount: US $60,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Southwest Gate Portal Artworks Grant invites artists…

Houston Arts Alliance · Rolling / Open Foundation

Southwest Suspended Artwork Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Houston Arts Alliance Amount: US $710,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Southwest Suspended Artwork Grant invites artists to…

BIG SKY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Space2Place Strategic Placemaking Micro-Grants Funder: Big Sky Economic Development Corporation Status: Based on 2018 announcement; current status unknown Geographic Scope: Yellowstone County,…

SPANISH PEAKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · October 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Spanish Peaks Community Foundation General Grants Geographic Scope: Big Sky, Montana and surrounding area Mission: The Spanish Peaks Community Foundation strategically directs contributions to meet…

Varies (Fall 2025: $57,168 total awarded across 13 grants; individual awards range from $360-$12,275)
HOPKINS EDUCATION FOUNDATION · October 13, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Spark Grants Overview: Hopkins Education Foundation's primary grant program that funds innovative proposals from Hopkins Public Schools educators and staff to bring creative projects, learning…

GREATER TACOMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Spark Grants Overview: Spark Grants support creative, grassroots community initiatives and projects that build community in Pierce County. Geographic Scope: Pierce County, Washington Focus Areas: -…

SPANISH PEAKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

SPCF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spanish Peaks Community Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Spanish Peaks Community Foundation provides grants aimed at enhancing the quality of…

MUSICAL FUND SOCIETY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Special Grant Support Overview: A grant program referenced on the website that provides support for special projects and initiatives, though specific details are limited. Geographic Scope:…

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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