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 TWS FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Victoria Traut Award Funder: The TWS Foundation Program Type: Scholarship Geographic Scope: Western Springs, IL / Chicago suburbs Eligibility: - Must be an 8th grade student entering high school in…

US $1,000 - US $500,000
Sam Viersen Family Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Viersen Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sam Viersen Family Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Sam Viersen Family Foundation,…

EUR 2,500/month + EUR 1,275 travel allowance + EUR 600/month mobility allowance + free accommodation + child allowances
FRIENDS OF VILLA AURORA & THOMAS MANN · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Villa Aurora Artist's Grants Status: Currently closed due to Los Angeles wildfires. Villa Aurora remains closed and is working on reopening. Application form for 2028 expected December 2026.…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vinton County Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Vinton County Community Fund Grant,…

THE VIOLET JABARA CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Welcome The Violet Jabara Charitable Trust was founded in May, 2007, to continue the philanthropic work of its founder Dr. Linda K. Jacobs, and it is named after her mother, Violet Jabara…

Fashion Scholarship Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Virgil Abloh™ "Post-Modern" Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fashion Scholarship Fund Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Virgil Abloh™ "Post-Modern"…

VIRGINIA H GLASSON CHARITABLE TRUST XXXXX9009 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Virginia H. Glasson Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia H. Glasson Charitable Trust Last Updated: May 21, 2025 Summary The Virginia H. Glasson Charitable Trust Grant supports…

VIRGINIA SARGEANT REYNOLDS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Virginia Sargeant Reynolds Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Sargeant Reynolds Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Virginia Sargeant…

VIRGINIA W KETTERING FOUNDATION XXXXX3003 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Virginia W. Kettering Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Virginia W Kettering Foundation Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Virginia W. Kettering Foundation Grant supports charitable…

£25,000 - £35,000
International Visegrad Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Visegrad Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Visegrad Fund Amount: £25,000 - £35,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Visegrad Grants foster innovative regional cooperation in…

$10,000 - $30,000
VISIONARY WOMEN · April 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Visionary Women Grants Funder: Visionary Women (CA, US) Mission: Visionary Women supports nonprofit organizations and initiatives that advance the status of women and girls in the Greater LA area.…

HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF WASHINGTON DC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Visions – Projects + Events Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: HumanitiesDC Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Visions – Projects + Events Grant, administered by…

THE STATELINE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Visit Beloit Jet Grants Funder: Visit Beloit (with Stateline Community Foundation involvement) Geographic Scope: Beloit, WI area Focus Areas: Community enrichment and cultural programming Award…

EAU CLAIRE AREA CONVENTION AND · November 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Visit Eau Claire Cultural Arts Grant Program Funder: Visit Eau Claire, a non-stock, not-for-profit private corporation Geographic Scope: Eau Claire area, Wisconsin, US Program Purpose: The Cultural…

WILKES ART GALLERY INC · April 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Visual and Graphic Arts Scholarship Funder: Wilkes Art Gallery Inc Status: Application now open for 2026 Purpose: Recognize and encourage students who demonstrate exceptional potential and ability in…

THE FREDERICK ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Visual Art Scholarships Geographic Scope: Frederick, Maryland area Purpose: Provide scholarship support for visual art students. Contact Information: Frederick Arts Council 115 E Church St |…

Mobile Arts Council Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Visual Arts Achievement Program (VAAP) Funder: Mobile Arts Council (MAC) / Alabama State Council on the Arts (ASCA) Program Type: Arts in education program providing local and state recognition for…

THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Visual Arts and Music Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DuPage Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The Visual Arts and Music Mini-Grant from the JCS Arts,…

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER IN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Visual Arts Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Visual Arts Fellowships offered by the Fine Arts Work Center 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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