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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University Of Rochester · Rolling / Open Foundation

Special Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University Of Rochester Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Special Opportunity Grant, offered by the University of…

US $50,000 - US $350,000
San Francisco Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Special Project Grants (SPX) Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Francisco Arts Commission Amount: US $50,000 - US $350,000 Last Updated: January 24, 2025 Summary The Special Project Grants (SPX) program by…

AWS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Specialty Grants- Gilmore Inclusive Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: WindSwell Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Gilmore Inclusive Arts Grant supports…

Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Specific Opportunity Stipend Funder: Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Tompkins County, NY Contact: Community Arts Partnership, 110 N. Tioga Street…

Spector Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Spector Craft Prize for Emerging Artists Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spector Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary Overview CultureSource CultureSource is a…

Varies by round; $33,000 - $67,200 per round historically
SPOKANE ARTS FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Spokane Arts Grant Awards (SAGA) Funder: Spokane Arts Mission: To enrich artistic vitality and cultural vibrancy within Spokane by serving as a catalyst for a robust, healthy arts community where…

Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sponsorship Program Funder: Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC Geographic Scope: Highlands, North Carolina Overview: Visit Highlands, NC provides sponsorship support to local…

BECU FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sponsorship Requests Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BECU Foundation Last Updated: June 18, 2025 Summary BECU Foundation invites year-round sponsorship requests from organizations in Washington, Oregon,…

PRICE CHOPPER'S GOLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sponsorships & Charitable Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation has been committed to…

GEORGIA HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · May 1, 2026 · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Spring 2026 Grant Opportunity Funder: Georgia Humanities Council Inc Geographic Scope: Georgia-based organizations Award Range: $1,000 - $7,500 Focus Areas: - Public humanities programs that bring…

SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Spring Cycle Organization: Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Program Type: Grant/funding opportunity for music and performing arts education Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara area Focus Areas: Music and…

THE SPRINGFIELD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Springfield Foundation Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Springfield Foundation Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Springfield Foundation Competitive Grant supports nonprofits…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

SSG & AC Edwards Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The SSG & AC…

St. Johns Cultural Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

St. Johns Cultural Council: State of the Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Johns Cultural Council Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The St. Johns Cultural Council offers…

City of Stamford · Rolling / Open Foundation

Stamford Arts & Culture (SAC) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Stamford Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The Stamford Arts & Culture (SAC) Grant provides vital…

BETHEL PARK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Standard Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bethel Park Community Foundation Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Bethel Park Community Foundation offers Standard Grants aimed at enhancing local…

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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