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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UNITED ARTS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United Arts Creative Placemaking Open Call Performers Description: The United Arts of Central Florida Creative Placemaking team is currently seeking to engage artists interested in activating…

THE UNITED COMPANY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

United Company Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Company Foundation Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The United Company Foundation, established in 1986, provides grants to support…

Varies by organization
UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

United Tompkins Impact Fund (UTIF) Overview: UTIF grants are awarded on a 2-year cycle to agencies and organizations that address identified priorities to meet community needs. Key Details: - Cycle…

UNITY FOUNDATION OF LA PORTE COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Unity Foundation Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Unity Foundation of La Porte County Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The Unity Foundation Community Grants aim…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
Universal Corporation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Universal Leaf Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Universal Corporation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Universal Leaf Foundation Grants support 501(c)(3)…

UNMANAGEABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Unmanageable Giving Circle: Mutual Aid Fund Funder: Unmanageable (Nashville-based nonprofit) Amount: $5,000 available Geographic Scope: Nashville-based artists Focus Areas: Direct financial support…

Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Uplift Grants - Chamber Music Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $5,000 - US $7,390 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Uplift Grants - Chamber…

US $5,000 - US $7,963
Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Uplift Grants - Opera Music Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $5,000 - US $7,963 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Uplift Grants for Opera Music,…

LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Upper Bucks Community Foundation Fund of LVCF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lehigh Valley Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Upper Bucks…

More than US $2,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Upper Valley Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Upper Valley Fund Grant,…

UrbanGlass · Rolling / Open Foundation

UrbanGlass Studio Residencies Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: UrbanGlass Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The UrbanGlass Studio Residencies provide a unique opportunity for…

THE USIBELLI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Usibelli Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Usibelli Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Usibelli Foundation, established in 1991, offers grants to support local non-profit…

Up to $2,000 per utility box
City of Rohnert Park Foundation · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Utility Box Art Program Funder: City of Rohnert Park Foundation Program Status: Approved by City Council on February 10, 2026 Geographic Scope: Rohnert Park, CA - Local artists only Overview: The…

International Visegrad Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

V4 Gen Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Visegrad Fund Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The V4 Gen Mini-Grant aims to support cross-border mobility for youth aged 12 to 30,…

VERMONT COUNCIL ON THE ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

VAC: Creative Aging Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Arts Council Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Vermont Arts Council offers Creative Aging Grants to support…

1.5 million AMD, 1 million AMD, and 500,000 AMD per category
TUMO FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Vahé & Lucie Awards Overview: An annual competition for TUMO students and alumni recognizing creative work across five categories. Geographic Scope: Armenia (TUMO locations from Yerevan to…

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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