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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New Hanover Community Endowment Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Culture Program Overview: By supporting a wide range of arts and cultural initiatives, the program fuels economic growth, enriches lives, and fosters opportunities for youth and residents of…

JERSEY CITY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts & Culture Trust Fund - Arts Education Grants Funder: Jersey City Arts Council / City of Jersey City Department of Cultural Affairs Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Jersey City, New…

JERSEY CITY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts & Culture Trust Fund - General Operating Support Funder: Jersey City Arts Council / City of Jersey City Department of Cultural Affairs Status: Active grant program with multiple rounds of…

JERSEY CITY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts & Culture Trust Fund - Program Grants Funder: Jersey City Arts Council / City of Jersey City Department of Cultural Affairs Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Jersey City, New Jersey…

Fleishhacker Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Arts & Culture- Eureka Fellowship Program Eureka Fellowship Program offers unrestricted support for visual artists in the San Francisco Bay Area. Nominations are invited every three years. …

City of San Antonio · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Culture- Production Costs Grants - Artist Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of San Antonio Amount: US $7,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Production Costs Grants for…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR · November 7, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Arts & Culture, Education, and Environment Grants Funder: The Community Foundation for McHenry County Geographic Scope: McHenry County, Illinois Focus Areas: - Arts & Culture - Education -…

ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts & Heritage Fund - Technical Assistance Grants Manager: Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville Purpose: Provide technical assistance and funding to developing arts and heritage…

MAINE HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Arts & Humanities Grants Funder: Maine Humanities Council Geographic Scope: Maine Overview: The Arts & Humanities Grants program supports arts and humanities projects across Maine. Based on award…

US $1,500 - US $10,000
Utah Division of Arts & Museums · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Museums Project Grants (UT) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Utah Division of Arts & Museums Amount: US $1,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The Arts & Museums Project Grants (UT)…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Science Council: Arts Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts & Science Council Last Updated: October 26, 2025 Summary The Arts Education Grants by the Arts & Science Council support…

THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts & Social Cohesion Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $12,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Arts & Social Cohesion Grant, funded by the Vermont…

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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