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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BARBARA INGRAM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Thomas L. Law Visual Arts Camp Scholarship Funder: Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Foundation Geographic Scope: Hagerstown, Maryland area Focus Areas: Visual arts education through Summer Arts…

THE JAMES R THORPE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Thorpe Foundation Grants: Support For Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: James R. Thorpe Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2025 Summary The James R. Thorpe Foundation provides support for…

Three Rivers Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Three Rivers Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Three Rivers Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Three Rivers Foundation, established in 2011, focuses on improving the health…

Up to US $10,000
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition · Rolling / Open Foundation

THRIVE Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary THRIVE Grants provide up to $10,000 to support innovative, artist-led…

ARTS COUNCIL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ticket & Participation Subsidy Grant Overview: Grant program providing support for arts organizations to offer complimentary performance tickets and free workshops for economically disadvantaged and…

MONTANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tobacco Valley Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Community Foundation Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The Tobacco Valley Community…

THE ZELLERBACH FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Together In Community As part of Zellerbach Family Foundation’s commitment to a vibrant region where people feel safe and connected, Together in Community grants reinforce ZFF’s goals to…

CARROLL COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Tom Holder Memorial Scholarships for Kids Funder: Carroll County Arts Council Inc (scholarship fund established by friends and family in memory of Tom Holder) Geographic Scope: Carroll County,…

South Dakota Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Touring Arts Sponsor Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Arts Council Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Touring Arts Sponsor Grant Program, managed by the South Dakota Arts…

$122,000 (2025 cycle)
HAMILTON COUNTY TOURISM INC · March 14, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Tourism Gives Grant Program Funder: Hamilton County Tourism Inc. Program Status: Active and ongoing since 2005 Geographic Scope: Hamilton County, Indiana (includes cities of Carmel, Fishers,…

Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Tourism Grant Program Funder: Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC Geographic Scope: Highlands, North Carolina Overview: Visit Highlands, NC supports local nonprofit organizations…

Cultural Council of Palm Beach · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Tourism Grants Category B Program Type: Biennial grant program Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit arts and cultural organizations with annual operating…

Cultural Council of Palm Beach · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Tourism Grants Category C-II Program Type: Biennial grant program Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit arts and cultural organizations with annual operating…

Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Tournament of Roses Foundation Grants Program Overview: The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation provides grant assistance to support new and ongoing programs benefiting children, teens, adults,…

WESTERN STATES ARTS FEDERATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview WESTAF’s TourWest Grant provides flexible funding for presenters/presenting organizations within the WESTAF region to support their regional touring program. WESTAF also encourages the…

SANTA BARBARA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts…

Columbine Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Town of Fraser Fund Overview: The Town of Fraser Fund supports organizations that are located in Fraser or serve Fraser residents. Geographic Scope: Fraser, Colorado Focus Areas: - Arts and culture -…

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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