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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CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Tom Woodward Memorial Visual Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview The Tom Woodward Memorial Visual Arts…

Asian Arts Initiative · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Applications Open FALL 2025_ The Velocity Fund offers twelve Philadelphia-based artists and collectives $5000 to develop and present new projects — particularly those that are experimental…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Virginia E. Lewis Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Virginia E. Lewis Scholarship Fund, established at The Pittsburgh…

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Wellik Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview The Wellik Foundation Grant Cycle Introduction The mission of The Wellik…

University of Georgia · Rolling / Open Foundation

The Willson Center Public Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Georgia Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Willson Center Public Impact Grant, offered by…

Franklin Furnace Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

The XENO PRIZE for Artists’ Books Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Franklin Furnace Fund Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The XENO PRIZE for Artists’ Books offers a $5000 grant to…

Franklin Furnace Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

The XENO PRIZE for Performance Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Franklin Furnace Fund Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The XENO PRIZE for Performance Arts, awarded by…

THELMA BRAUN & BOCKLETT FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation Last Updated: November 16, 2025 Summary The Thelma Braun & Bocklett Family Foundation…

THELMA E & EDMUND FAHRENKAMP MEMORIAL TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thelma, Emil and Edmund Fahrenkamp Memorial Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Thelma, Emil and Edmund Fahrenkamp Memorial Trust Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Thelma, Emil and Edmund…

LOS ANGELES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Theo Hornbacher Memorial Scholarship Fund Purpose: Support future Visual Arts graduates of Los Angeles County High School for the Arts in memory of 2018 alumnus Theo Hornbacher Background: Theo…

THEODORE EDSON PARKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Theodore Edson Parker…

Los Angeles County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Third District Discretionary Grant Funding (CA) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Angeles County Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Third District Discretionary Grant Funding in California offers…

Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thoma Foundation Special Project Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl And Marilynn Thoma Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation offers Special…

Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thoma Foundation: Conservation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl And Marilynn Thoma Foundation Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Thoma Foundation Conservation Grant supports projects aimed…

THE THOMAS C ACKERMAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Thomas C Ackerman Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Thomas C. Ackerman Foundation Grant supports K-12 educational…

THOMAS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thomas County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Thomas County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Thomas County Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3)…

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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