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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US $2,500 - US $25,000
City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Take Part Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Take Part Grants, offered by the City of…

$750,000 original grant; fund has grown to over $3 million
LOS ANGELES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Talented Students in the Arts Endowment Fund Purpose: Support artistic programming at LACHSA Established: 2001 through collaboration of the Surdna Foundation and the Doris Duke Charitable…

TALLMADGE FOUNDATION · July 15, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Tallmadge Foundation Quarterly Grants Geographic Scope: Tallmadge, Ohio community Foundation Mission: To foster, enhance and support educational, cultural and recreational enrichment in the community…

THE TAMWORTH FOUNDATION · September 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Tamworth Foundation Community Grant Program Geographic Scope: Tamworth, NH and surrounding area Eligibility: - Organizations with 501(c)3 status from the IRS - Legally recognized nonprofits…

TANNENBAUM-STERNBERGER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tannenbaum-Sternberger Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Tannenbaum-Sternberger…

Tennessee Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Targeted Arts Development Initiative Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tennessee Arts Commission Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Targeted Arts Development…

RIPLEY COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tarter / Herman-Crum Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ripley County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Tarter / Herman-Crum Grants, offered by the…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Taylor, Robert, Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Taylor, Robert, Scholarship offers a $5,000 award…

Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Cultural District Designation Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Cultural District…

US $3,000 - US $250,000
Texas Commission On The Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

TCA Cultural District Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: US $3,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: May 05, 2025 Summary The TCA Cultural District Project, initiated…

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

TCA Texas Arts Create 1 Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Commission On The Arts Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2025 Summary The TCA Texas Arts Create 1 Grant, offered by the…

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…

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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