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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NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Peru Arts and Culture Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Indiana Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $300 Last Updated: May 22, 2025 Summary The Peru Arts and Culture Fund Grant,…

THE PEYTON ANDERSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Peyton Anderson Foundation Grant - Arts & Culture Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Peyton Anderson Foundation Inc. Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Peyton Anderson Foundation Grant - Arts &…

THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Philadelphia Foundation: Art Works Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Philadelphia Foundation Amount: US $75,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: May 18, 2025 Summary The Art Works Grant…

US $500 - US $2,500
THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Portage Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Portage Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Portage Foundation Grants focus on nine vital funding…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Porter Fleming Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Porter Fleming Foundation, established in…

Samuel H. Kress Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to foster new forms of research and collaboration and new approaches to teaching and learning in the field of European art. Awards will be provided for the digitization…

Doris Duke Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to foster relationships and increase understanding between U.S.-based Muslim and non-Muslim populations by supporting the planning and implementation of projects that…

Andrew W. Mellon Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to help shape and sustain art history and conservation as dynamic and rigorous disciplines by supporting art museums, conservation centers, research institutes,…

Nora Roberts Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to provide support for projects that align with the focus areas of the funding agency. Priority will be given to local organizations, and preference will be shown to…

Art Bridges · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to share outstanding works of American art with those that have limited access to the country's most meaningful works by facilitating the sharing of high-quality…

The Witter Bynner Foundation for Poetry · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to support established and emerging poets, translators of poetry, and efforts to cultivate an awareness of poetry and the importance of poetry in American culture. A…

Samuel H. Kress Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to support scholarly projects that will enhance the appreciation and understanding of European art and architecture. Awards will be provided to projects that create and…

WISCONSIN YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Rabin Youth Arts Award Status: Active, awarded annually since 2001 Award Purpose: Honors organizations or individuals who have made significant contributions in youth arts Award Categories: -…

NDN COLLECTIVE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Radical Imagination Artists Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ndn Collective Inc Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Radical Imagination Artists Grant, funded by Ndn…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NANTUCKET · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Remain Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Nantucket Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The ReMain Nantucket Fund, established by the Community Foundation for Nantucket,…

ROANOKE WOMENS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Roanoke Women's Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Roanoke Women's Foundation Amount: More than US $30,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Roanoke Women's Foundation offers…

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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