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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Uncommon Artist Residency Grant Teton Art Lab · Foundation Not published · $400 The Uncommon Artist Residency at Teton Artlab offers artists 1-3 weeks of free accommodations at The Anvil Hotel in Jackson, Wyoming, alongside a weekly stipend of $200 and $200 in dining credits.	Not published	$400
Marion Family Foundation Grants The Dennis and Barbara Marion Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dennis and Barbara Marion Family Charitable Foundation The Barbara and Dennis Marion Family Charitable Foundation (Marion Family Foundation) is dedicated to supporting a diverse range of causes that reflect the values that Barbara and…	Not published	Varies
Native Performing Arts Fellowship (NPA) Fellowship Grant First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Native Performing Arts Fellowship (NPA) supports Native artists in enhancing their craft through grants of up to $10,000.	Not published	Up to $10K
Capacity-Building & Education Grants Category C-I Cultural Council of Palm Beach County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support cultural organizations of all sizes in building capacity and providing education.	Not published	Varies
Investors Foundation Grant Investors Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Investors Foundation Grant aims to create positive, lasting impacts in communities through support for arts, education, health and human services, youth programs, and affordable housing.	Not published	Varies
Creative Sector Flex Fund (CSFF) Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program introduced by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts in 2023-2024 to support the creative sector.	Not published	Varies
Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund Grant Keweenaw Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kellogg Youth Endowment Fund provides annual grants to support programs and activities for youth in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
Arts Fund Grants American Australian Association · Foundation Not published · $5K The Arts Fund Grants provide vital support for emerging artists from Australia and the USA, facilitating their artistic development through grants of up to $5,000.	Not published	$5K
Community Partnership Grants: Jazz & Heritage In-School Education Programs in Music, Arts, and Cultural Traditions New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Partnership Grants by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation support music and arts education in Louisiana's K-12 schools. Grants of up to $7,500 are available for instruments, supplies, and instruction.	Not published	Up to $5K
Illuminate the Arts Grant: Individual Artists Creative Philadelphia (City of Philadelphia - Office of the Mayor) · State Not published · $2K – $2K The Illuminate the Arts Grant (ITAG), administered by Creative Philadelphia, aims to uplift Philadelphia's creative sector through $1.5M in funding for individual artists and small organizations.	Not published	$2K – $2K
First Horizon Foundation Grants (North Carolina and South Carolina) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Horizon Foundation, established by First Horizon National Corp., supports communities in Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina.	Not published	Varies
FX Storytelling Legacy Scholarship Grant United Negro College Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The FX Storytelling Legacy Scholarship, established by the United Negro College Fund, honors the renowned director John Singleton.	Not published	$5K
Beneficial State Foundation Sponsorships Grant Beneficial State Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Beneficial State Foundation offers sponsorships to 501(c)(3) organizations in California, Oregon, and Washington, focusing on social justice and environmental work.	Not published	Up to $1K
Barr Foundation Grants Barr Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Barr Foundation (Boston, MA) is a large private funder ($130M+ awarded in 2025) focused on Arts + Creativity, Climate, Education, and Sector Effectiveness across New England.	Rolling	Varies
Nancy A. Berkhouse Classical Art Scholarship Grant East Texas Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nancy A. Berkhouse Classical Art Scholarship, established by Nancy A. Berkhouse's family, supports college students pursuing degrees in art, particularly in Classicism, Realism, or Classical Realism.	Not published	Varies
Minster Community Fund The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Minster Community Fund (Fund) was established for the benefit of the citizens of the Minster School District.	Not published	Varies
Allied Arts: Educational Outreach - Winter Cycle Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Allied Arts Educational Outreach program supports nonprofit arts organizations that provide arts experiences for underserved youth in Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $5K
Punxsutawney Area Discretionary Grants Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Punxsutawney Area Discretionary Grants, offered by Bridge Builders Community Foundations, aim to support programs and projects that enhance the local community. Focus areas include animal welfare, education, health, and social services.	Not published	Varies
Arts Industry Operating Support ( previously Operating Support for Small Organizations (OSS) Grants ) South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Arts Industry Operating Support grants provide two years of unrestricted funding to strengthen small arts organizations in South Carolina.	Not published	Up to $45K
Arts Work Fund: Arts Capacity Grant Program Arts Work Fund for Organizational Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Arts Work Fund: Arts Capacity Grant Program supports small and mid-sized arts organizations in Chicago and Cook County by enhancing their operational practices.	Not published	Up to $40K
The Fabulous Find Monthly Grant Program A Caring Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fabulous Find partners with and distributes its monthly profits to different 501(c)(3) organizations either based in or with local chapters in the Seacoast area. The organization funds non-profits in the following categories:	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grant (Memphis/Shelby County and Jackson, TN) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Horizon Foundation Grant supports organizations in West Tennessee, particularly in Memphis/Shelby County and Jackson, TN.	Not published	Varies
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Piqua, OH Foundations Tr UA Fifth Third Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fifth Third Foundation supports nonprofit organizations in Piqua, OH, focusing on education, arts, community development, and health services. Grants are aimed at 501(c)(3) organizations, prioritizing those without recent funding.	Not published	Varies
NCAC: Folklife Apprenticeship Program Grant North Carolina Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The NCAC: Folklife Apprenticeship Program offers 12-month apprenticeships in folk and traditional arts within North Carolina's Appalachian communities.	Not published	$3K – $7K

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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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