Grants for Arts

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 4,970 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

4,970 grants
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What grants for arts are open right now?

More than US $3,000
Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Texas Arts Create 2 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2023 Summary The TCA Texas Arts Create 2 Grant, offered by the…

More than US $3,000
Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Texas Arts Create 3 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2025 Summary The Texas Arts Create 3 Grant, offered by the Texas…

More than US $3,000
Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Texas Arts Create 4 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2025 Summary The TCA Texas Arts Create 4 Grant aims to…

More than US $3,000
Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Texas Arts Creates 5 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2025 Summary The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) offers…

Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Texas Arts Respond Performance Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: US $75 - US $8,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The TCA Texas Arts Respond…

Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Texas Arts Respond Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The TCA Texas Arts Respond Project Grant,…

The Community Foundation for Crawford County · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCF4CC Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for Crawford County Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The TCF4CC Foundation Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

TD Bank Business & the Arts Partnership Awards Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) in partnership with TD Bank Geographic Scope: Greenville, SC Award Type: Recognition and partnership awards…

TD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

TD Charitable Foundation: Capacity Building Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Td Charitable Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The TD Charitable…

IRVINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION · February 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Funder: Irvington Education Foundation (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Irvington school district Purpose: The Irvington Education Foundation invites Irvington teachers and administrators to…

ISSAQUAH SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Program Type: Annual grant awards for teachers and schools Geographic Scope: Issaquah School District (WA), all 27 schools Overview: Bringing innovation to classrooms has been a core…

$325,000 total (2025-26 cycle); historically ~$200,000+ annually
PASADENA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

PEF Teacher Grants Overview: PEF Teacher Grants help inspirational teachers in every PUSD school enhance the classroom experience for their students. Grants are provided directly to educators and…

MAMARONECK SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Program Funder: Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Mamaroneck Union Free School District, New York Focus Areas: - Classroom environment improvements -…

$500 - $15,000
FOUNDATION FOR ORANGE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Impact Grants Overview: Grants that fund school science projects and beyond, supporting classroom projects in STEM, visual and performing arts, and other educational initiatives. The…

San Rafael Public Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Mini Grants + DEIB Grants Funder: San Rafael Public Education Foundation (HeadsUp) Amount: Up to $500 per grant Geographic Scope: San Rafael City Schools and partner districts (Bahia Vista,…

KUTZTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Mini-Grant Program Overview: The Kutztown Area School District Education Foundation provides mini grants to support innovative classroom projects and educational initiatives across all…

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Teacher Mini-Grants Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation (ACCF) and Ashland City Schools Foundation (ACSF) Geographic Scope: Ashland County, Ohio Eligibility: - K-12 teachers from any school…

MCMINNVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 40 · October 27, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Mini-Grants Overview: McMinnville Education Foundation (MEF) provides mini-grants to McMinnville School District (MSD) staff to enrich classrooms, grade level teams, and whole schools by…

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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