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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$1,500 participation stipend + up to $27,000 project funding
BOSTON PUBLIC ART TRIENNIAL INC · August 1, 2026 · Biennial Foundation

Triennial Accelerator (Public Art Accelerator) 2025-2026 Program Type: Skill-building and grant-funding program for early-to-mid-career artists Geographic Scope: Greater Boston area (within I-495…

TRIO FOUNDATION OF ST LOUIS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trio Foundation of St. Louis Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trio Foundation of St. Louis Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Trio Foundation of St. Louis Grant aims to…

North Woodward Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Troy Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Woodward Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,000 Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The Troy Community Foundation Grant aims…

THE TROY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Troy Foundation Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for the Troy…

TAHOE TRUCKEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Truckee Core Values Event Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Truckee Core Values Event Fund,…

US $6,000 - US $10,000
KUEHN TRUMAN C TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Truman C. Kuehn Charities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Truman C. Kuehn Charities Amount: US $6,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Truman C. Kuehn Charities Grant supports a…

Approximately US $10,000
TRUST FOR MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trust for Mutual Understanding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Trust for Mutual Understanding Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Trust for Mutual Understanding…

BRAEMAR CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trust Management Services Grant - Mid Valley Region Status: ACTIVE Funder: Braemar Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Trust Management Services…

BRAEMAR CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trust Management Services Grant - North Coast Region Status: ACTIVE Funder: Braemar Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Trust Management Services Grant…

BRAEMAR CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Trust Management Services Grant - Portland Metro Region Status: ACTIVE Funder: Braemar Charitable Trust Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Trust Management Services…

Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tsagaglalal (She Who Watches) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Tsagaglalal (She Who…

More than US $2,500
THE TROY SAVINGS BANK CHARITABLE FO · Rolling / Open Foundation

TSBCF Community Grantmaking Status: ACTIVE Funder: Troy Savings Bank Charitable Foundation Amount: More than US $2,500 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Troy Savings Bank Charitable…

TUCKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tucker Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Tucker Foundation Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Tucker Foundation Grant Program aims to support nonprofit organizations that…

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TAIWANESE UNITED FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

TUF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Taiwanese United Fund (TUF) Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Taiwanese United Fund (TUF) is a nonprofit organization established in 1986 to promote…

TULSA FDN GEN FD XXXXX8000 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tulsa Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tulsa Foundation Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Tulsa Foundation Grant supports charitable nonprofit organizations in the Tulsa, OK…

TURRELL FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Turrell Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Turrell Fund Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Turrell Fund Grant focuses on supporting organizations that serve children and families,…

US $1,000 - US $250,000
THE TUTTLEMAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tuttleman Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tuttleman Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Tuttleman Foundation, established in Philadelphia in…

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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