Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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Edmondson Foundation Grants The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $100K The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation focuses on funding established nonprofit organizations in the Pikes Peak Region, primarily supporting youth organizations, animal welfare, arts, health services, community building, education, and…	Not published	$500 – $100K
Sponsorships & Charitable Support Grant Price Chopper's Golub Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation has been committed to community support for over 85 years, offering funding and in-kind donations to various organizations.	Not published	Varies
Jim and Margie Fegley Orchestral String Scholarship Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jim and Margie Fegley Orchestral String Scholarship Fund, established in 2013 by Marjorie Fegley, honors her late husband, James E. Fegley.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Program The Edina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Through this unique program, the Edina Community Foundation partners with Edina residents to start and run valuable projects and programs that directly impact the community.	Not published	Varies
EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program supports initiatives in education, environment, human services, and arts and culture. This grant is available to 501(c)(3) organizations serving specific counties in Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Cordova Community Foundation Competitive Grant The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Cordova Community Foundation Competitive Grant offers funding up to $3,000 for qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and similar entities supporting charitable initiatives in the Cordova area.	Not published	Up to $3K
Community Grants for Cultural Vitality Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Grants for Cultural Vitality initiative by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation aims to enhance the educational, social, and emotional well-being of youth through arts and culture programs.	Not published	Varies
Kimora Lee Simmons Scholarship Fund Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1M Established in 2014 by designer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Kimora Lee Simmons in partnership with Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.	Not published	$1M
Roger Berger Grant for the Arts Story County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Roger Berger Grant for the Arts, established by the Story County Community Foundation, supports collaborative projects by nonprofit organizations that promote community arts and culture, focusing on Opera.	Not published	Varies
IFPDA Foundation Grants Ifpda Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The IFPDA Foundation provides financial support to museums and non-profit organizations for exhibitions, publications, and educational projects that promote greater awareness and understanding of printmaking as an artistic medium.	Not published	Varies
General Foundation Grants Hillsdale County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hillsdale County Community Foundation offers General Foundation Grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents. These grants support projects in education, fine arts, social services, and more.	Not published	Varies
Essential Arts Education Grants Arts Council Grants · State Not published · Varies Arts education grants with rolling deadlines.	Not published	Varies
Durham Community Foundation - Community Fund(s) Grantstream Durham Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Durham Community Foundation offers Community Fund(s) grants aimed at fostering a vibrant community through collaborative efforts and innovative partnerships.	Not published	Varies
Annual Grants: Human Services & Arts Requests John William Pope Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The John William Pope Foundation provides annual grants focusing on human services and the arts, primarily in North Carolina's Wake and Vance Counties.	Not published	Varies
SCCF: Women’s Fund Grants Program- Spencer County Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Women’s Fund Grants Program of Spencer County, initiated in 2007, empowers charitable organizations with grants up to $5,000 for local projects.	Not published	Up to $5K
New York Community Trust - Museum Connections Grant Artsconnection Inc · Foundation Not published · $500K Provide access to the arts for all New Yorkers through a free or $1 museum admission program for families receiving SNAP benefits.	Not published	$500K
Folklife Artist Grant Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Folklife Artist Grant from the Nevada Arts Council supports traditional arts projects led by folk artists and culture bearers.	Not published	Up to $3K
City of Carlsbad Community Arts Grants: For Arts Organizations City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division · State Not published · Up to $8K The City of Carlsbad offers Community Arts Grants aimed at fostering artistic and cultural activities in the region. These grants support diverse projects that promote inclusion and participation from various community groups.	Not published	Up to $8K
Louisiana's World Makers Awards Foundation for Louisiana · Foundation Not published · $5K – $320K FFL believes that artists, cultural workers, and tradition bearers offer communities new and expanded ways of seeing, being, and creating.	Not published	$5K – $320K
CEF Mini-Grant Centennial Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Centennial Education Foundation has been awarding grants since 1998. In 2021, CEF awarded over $50,000 in grants and programs, including $42,000 from Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Funds.	Not published	Varies
Hudson Community Foundation- Community Grants Hudson Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hudson Community Foundation offers competitive community grants to enhance the quality of life in Hudson, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Richard Hamilton Acquisition Prize Ifpda Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Supports museum acquisition of prints from any period at the IFPDA Fine Art Print Fair.	Not published	$10K
ECRAC: Small Art Project Grant For Organizations East Central Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $600 – $5K The East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) offers grants for local and regional arts projects. This funding supports organizations in creating, sponsoring, publishing, performing, and exhibiting art.	Not published	$600 – $5K
National PTA Program Grants 2025-2026 National Congress of Parents & Teachers · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants to support PTA programs that engage families, support student success, improve health and safety of students and families, increase access to arts education or celebrate advocacy and diversity.	Not published	Varies

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About 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

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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