Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 4,970 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.
UACF Project Grants (formerly Mini-Grants) Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Arts of Central Florida Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 30, 2025 Summary The UACF Project Grants, previously known…
UDAEF Grants for Upper Darby School District Initiatives Overview: The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation (UDAEF) rewards innovative educational initiatives that enrich and enhance the…
Ulster County Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of…
UMEZ Arts Engagement Grant Program Overview: Manhattan Arts Grant program supporting arts projects within UMEZ (Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone) boundaries with emphasis on community engagement and…
UMEZ Arts Engagement Grant (UMAE) Status: Active, ongoing annual program Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (all four uptown Community Boards including Central Harlem, West Harlem, East Harlem,…
UMEZ Cultural Aid Fund Status: Temporary emergency fund (established May 5, 2020) Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (Central Harlem, West Harlem, East Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood) Funding…
UMEZ Cultural Industry Investment Fund (CIIF) - Capacity Building Grants Status: Active grant program for cultural institutions Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (Central Harlem, West Harlem, East…
UMEZ Mertz Gilmore Seed Fund for Dance Status: Active grant program with multiple cycles Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (Central Harlem, West Harlem, East Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood)…
Uncommon Artist Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Teton Art Lab Amount: More than US $400 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Uncommon Artist Residency at Teton Artlab offers artists…
To ensure more equitable access to the arts throughout the state, the Mississippi Arts Commission identifies counties that have not recently received grants or services from MAC and provides direct…
Union County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Union County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Union County Community Foundation provides grants to…
United Arts Creative Placemaking Open Call Performers Description: The United Arts of Central Florida Creative Placemaking team is currently seeking to engage artists interested in activating…
United Company Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Company Foundation Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The United Company Foundation, established in 1986, provides grants to support…
United Tompkins Impact Fund (UTIF) Overview: UTIF grants are awarded on a 2-year cycle to agencies and organizations that address identified priorities to meet community needs. Key Details: - Cycle…
Unity Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unity Foundation of La Porte County Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Unity Foundation Community Grants aim…
Universal Leaf Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Universal Corporation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Universal Leaf Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3)…
University of Maryland Art Gallery The Art Gallery plays a primary role in the region’s artistic landscape as a venue promoting contemporary art and visual culture. Details - Agency: University of…
Univest Local Philanthropic Giving Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Univest Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Univest Local Philanthropic Giving Program has a rich history of…
Unmanageable Giving Circle: Mutual Aid Fund Funder: Unmanageable (Nashville-based nonprofit) Amount: $5,000 available Geographic Scope: Nashville-based artists Focus Areas: Direct financial support…
Uplift Grants - Chamber Music Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $5,000 - US $7,390 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Uplift Grants - Chamber…
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.
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.
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.