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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Houston Arts Alliance · July 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Support for Artists & Creative Individuals (SACI) Funder: Houston Arts Alliance (HAA), administered through City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) Geographic Scope: City of…

Houston Arts Alliance · July 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Support for Organizations (SO) Funder: Houston Arts Alliance (HAA), administered through City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) Geographic Scope: City of Houston, TX Funding…

Houston Arts Alliance · Rolling / Open Foundation

Support for Organizations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Houston Arts Alliance Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2025 Summary The Support for Organizations Grant by Houston Arts…

ARTS COUNCIL SANTA CRUZ COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Serving the Arts Community We serve as a connector between artists, arts networks, government leaders, arts advocates, arts educators, and arts education organizations.  Through grants to…

Independent Media Initiative Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supported Projects Overview: A range of projects that IMI has helped launch, produce, or develop through resources and collaboration. These programs celebrate and elevate independent creators. Focus…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supporting Arts & Cultural Vitality Teams Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: US $3,225 - US $7,225 Last Updated: August 27, 2025…

More than US $1,000
CT Office of the Arts- Department of Economic and Community Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supporting Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: CT Office of the Arts- Department of Economic and Community Development Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The…

NATIONAL ALLIANCE TO END HOMELESSNESS · December 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Susan G. Baker and Elizabeth Boyle Innovation Fund Funder: National Alliance to End Homelessness Status: Active funding opportunity Geographic Scope: United States Background: Established in honor of…

$5,000 - $20,000
SOUTH ARTS INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Sustainability Grants Funder: South Arts Inc Geographic Scope: Nine-state region including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee…

US $2,500 - US $5,000
Door County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sustainability Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Door County Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Sustainability Grants provide essential operational…

SUSTAINABLE ARTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We will not be holding an open call this fall for 2024 residency grants._ Sustainable Arts Foundation The Sustainable Arts Foundation supports artists and writers with children. We…

4Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sustained Support Midstream Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 4Culture Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Sustained Support Midstream Grant provides crucial operational funding for arts…

FUND FOR THE ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sustaining Impact Grant - First-Time Applicants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund For The Arts Inc Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Fund for the Arts' Sustaining Impact…

FUND FOR THE ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sustaining Impact Grant - Returning Applicants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund For The Arts Inc Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Sustaining Impact Grant from the Fund…

SUZANNE H LEE TRUST XXXXX4005 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ Suzanne H. Lee Trust Charitable organizations in Brockport, New York area.…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

SVCREATES Arts Relief & Recovery Fund Status: Completed Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley (Santa Clara County and surrounding areas) Background: The COVID-19 pandemic devastated the nonprofit arts…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

SVCREATES NEA ARP Recovery Grant Program Status: Application period closed (early 2022) Funding Source: National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) American Rescue Plan (ARP) grants Geographic Scope:…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SVCREATES Unrestricted Operating Grants Geographic Scope: Santa Clara County and surrounding Central California regions Program Type: Ongoing annual grants to support unrestricted operating funds for…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open Foundation

SVCreates: Arts Access Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Creates Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Arts Access Grants provided by Silicon Valley Creates aim to enhance access to…

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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