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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INDEPENDENT FEATURE PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

TV-Series Lab Status: The Gotham Labs are on hiatus in 2023 and beyond. The program is undergoing reimagining to determine how to continue sharing resources equitably and inclusively with the growing…

BEST BUY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Twin Cities Fund: Capital Grants: Capacity Status: ACTIVE Funder: Best Buy Foundation Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: May 18, 2025 Summary The Twin Cities Fund by the Best Buy Foundation…

US $500 - US $10,000
DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Two Harbors Area Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Two Harbors Area Fund Grant, managed by…

Varies
Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

TYCF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Tahoe Yacht Club Foundation (TYCF) is dedicated to preserving the Lake Tahoe marine…

U.S. Mission to Tunisia · January 1, 2099 Federal

U.S. EMBASSY TO LIBYA PAS ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY TO LIBYA, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy…

More than US $10,000
UNITED ARTS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UACF Operating Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Arts of Central Florida Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The UACF Operating Support Grants offered by…

UNITED ARTS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

UACF Project Grants (formerly Mini-Grants) Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Arts of Central Florida Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 30, 2025 Summary The UACF Project Grants, previously known…

Up to $1,000 (larger amounts considered case-by-case)
UPPER DARBY ARTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

UDAEF Grants for Upper Darby School District Initiatives Overview: The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation (UDAEF) rewards innovative educational initiatives that enrich and enhance the…

US $2,500 - US $20,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ulster County Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of…

Varies (part of $1.4+ million annual pool)
LOWER MANHATTAN CULTURAL COUNCIL INC · September 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

UMEZ Arts Engagement Grant Program Overview: Manhattan Arts Grant program supporting arts projects within UMEZ (Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone) boundaries with emphasis on community engagement and…

UPPER MANHATTAN EMPOWERMENT ZONE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UMEZ Arts Engagement Grant (UMAE) Status: Active, ongoing annual program Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (all four uptown Community Boards including Central Harlem, West Harlem, East Harlem,…

UPPER MANHATTAN EMPOWERMENT ZONE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

UMEZ Cultural Aid Fund Status: Temporary emergency fund (established May 5, 2020) Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (Central Harlem, West Harlem, East Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood) Funding…

UPPER MANHATTAN EMPOWERMENT ZONE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UMEZ Mertz Gilmore Seed Fund for Dance Status: Active grant program with multiple cycles Geographic Scope: Upper Manhattan (Central Harlem, West Harlem, East Harlem, Washington Heights, and Inwood)…

Teton Art Lab · Rolling / Open Foundation

Uncommon Artist Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Teton Art Lab Amount: More than US $400 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Uncommon Artist Residency at Teton Artlab offers artists…

Arts Commission Grants · Rolling / Open State

To ensure more equitable access to the arts throughout the state, the Mississippi Arts Commission identifies counties that have not recently received grants or services from MAC and provides direct…

UNION COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Union County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Union County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Union County Community Foundation provides grants to…

UNITED ARTS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

United Arts Creative Placemaking Open Call for Artists Description: Engaging artists interested in activating community spaces. The United Arts of Central Florida Creative Placemaking team is…

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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