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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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Cultural Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of The Dan River Region Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Arts and Cultural Fund Grant invites applications from…

EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund Legacy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Central Regional Arts Council Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Arts and Cultural…

ARROWHEAD REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview ARAC Mission The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s mission is to facilitate and encourage local arts development. This mission statement grows from a conviction that the arts improve the…

THE WILLIAM PENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Capital Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Penn Foundation Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The William Penn Foundation's Arts and Culture Capital Support…

COLLINGTON EPISCOPAL LIFE CARE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Fund Purpose: Support a broad range of artistic and cultural endeavors for Collington residents. Funding Areas Arts: Support for fine and performing arts including: - Painting -…

COLLINGTON FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Fund Purpose: Support a broad range of artistic and cultural endeavors for Collington residents. Background: Established in 2013 Geographic Scope: Collington Life Care Community…

Up to US $100,000
TOLEDO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Toledo Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Arts and Culture Fund, managed by the Greater…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Arts and Culture Program, initiated by the…

THE ANDREW W MELLON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: We fund ambitious, visionary work at the intersection of the arts and humanities and social justice. If your organization has a project that aligns with one of our grantmaking areas,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Program Support Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $90,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Arts and…

THE WILLIAM PENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Programming Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Penn Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The William Penn Foundation's Arts and Culture Programming aims to enhance…

THE AVISTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Culture Proposals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Avista Foundation Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Avista Foundation provides vital funding to non-profit organizations focused…

THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Oregon Department of Justice charity data shows that the majority of registered arts and culture nonprofit organizations in Oregon have annual budgets under $100,000. Although these…

Arts and Education Council of St. Louis · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Healing Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts and Education Council of St. Louis Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Arts and Healing Initiative aims to…

DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts and Humanities Education Project Grant Program (AHEP) Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The Arts and…

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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