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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Up to CDN $25,000 annually
LYFORD CAY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Rogers Family Scholarship Fund Award Amount: Up to CDN $25,000 annually Number of Awards: Two scholarship awards are offered under this fund Award Components: - The Edward S. Rogers Scholarship -…

The Ross Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Ross Foundation Philanthropic Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ross Foundation Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Ross Foundation Philanthropic Grant…

THE ROUNDHOUSE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Roundhouse Foundation: Small Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Roundhouse Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Roundhouse Foundation offers small grants…

ITALIAN SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA CULTURAL HERITAGE FOUNDATI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Russo Brothers Italian American Film Forum Grant Funder: Italian Sons and Daughters of America (ISDA) and National Italian American Foundation (NIAF), in partnership with Joe and Anthony Russo…

MABOU MINES DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

The Ruth Maleczech Award Overview: Annual award honoring a performer who embodies Ruth Maleczech's daring and raw, naked fearlessness in every performance. Criteria: Award goes to a performer who…

NEW YORK FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Ryan Hudak LGBTQ+ Dramatic Writing Award Geographic Scope: New York State Resident Age Requirement: 25+ Grant Type: Unrestricted Grant Eligible Disciplines: - Playwriting/Screenwriting…

Up to US $7,000
The Saints · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Saints Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Saints Amount: Up to US $7,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Saints Arts Grants support theater, dance, music, and multi-disciplinary…

SPACES · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Satellite Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: SPACES Amount: US $12,000 Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary The Satellite Fund Grants, managed by SPACES and supported by The Andy Warhol…

THE SATO FDN SEPARATE FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Sato Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sato Foundation 80 C 74 C08 Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Sato Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in delivering cultural…

Juanita E Schmeeckle Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Schmeeckle Private Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Juanita E Schmeeckle Charitable Tr Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Schmeeckle Private Foundation Grants aim to enrich lives in…

THE GREATER NEW ORLEANS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Selley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Selley Foundation Grant, managed by the Greater New Orleans Foundation,…

SITKA AK PERMANENT CHARIT TR-MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sitka Ak Permanent Charit Tr Main Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Sitka Alaska Permanent Charitable Trust,…

JAMES F & MARION L MILLER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Spark Award for Oregon Artists Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: James F. and Marion L. Miller Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Spark Award for Oregon Artists,…

Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Spiral Shell Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 30, 2025 Summary The Spiral Shell Fellowship, established in 2022…

Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Spirit of St. Louis Women’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Spirit of St. Louis Women's…

THE STANDARD CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Standard's Corporate Giving Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Standard Charitable Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Standard's Corporate…

The Summit Foundation A Nj Nonprofit Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Summit Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Summit Foundation A Nj Nonprofit Corporation Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The Summit Foundation Grant aims to support various…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
Mississippi Center for Cultural Production · Rolling / Open Foundation

The TBD Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mississippi Center for Cultural Production Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The TBD Fund Grants, initiated by Sipp…

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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