Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) Program (KS) Grant Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) Program, initiated by the Kansas Department of Commerce, aims to revitalize underutilized downtown buildings in rural Kansas.	Not published	Up to $100K
Marcella Dowling Oakes Art Scholarship Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to build permanent endowment funds and meet charitable community needs.	Not published	Varies
ARTrepreneurs Scholarships DAY52 Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Scholarship program distributed to participating students in the Young ARTrepreneurs program with good attendance.	Not published	Up to $10K
VCA Education Impact Grants Virginia Commission for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The VCA Education Impact Grants aim to enhance arts education across Virginia by funding hands-on programs and residencies that engage students and communities.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation: Community Grants Oklahoma City Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in rural Oklahoma, focusing on projects that enhance arts, literacy, health, safety, and economic development.	Not published	Up to $40K
The John and Margaret Post Foundation Grant John a and Margaret Post Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The John and Margaret Post Foundation Grant supports charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life for families in northwest New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Grow, Invest, Gather (GIG) Fund Grant Arts Midwest Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The launch of the FY26 GIG Fund cycle is currently on hold._ Flexible support to help arts and culture organizations grow their capacity, fund artist engagements, and build community.	Not published	Varies
NYSCA Support for Organizations Grant (NY) New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The NYSCA Support for Organizations Grant provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations in New York State, fostering arts, culture, and creativity.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Piper Trust Grants Virginia G Piper Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust focuses on enhancing health and well-being in Maricopa County, Arizona, through strategic grantmaking in six key areas: arts and culture, children, education, healthcare, older adults, and religious…	Not published	Varies
Schwartz Foundation Grant Schwartz Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Schwartz Charitable Foundation provides financial support to non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations in Worcester County and nearby areas.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Knott Foundation Grants The Marion I & Henry J Knott · Foundation Not published · $10K – $45K The Marion I. and Henry J. Knott Foundation offers grants to support various program areas, including Arts & Humanities, Catholic Activities, Education, Health Care, and Human Services.	Not published	$10K – $45K
Perry County Community Foundation Grant The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Perry County Community Foundation Grant, managed by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, offers competitive funding for nonprofit organizations in Perry County.	Not published	Up to $4K
Jacarlene Foundation Grant Jacarlene Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to US $25,000 The Jacarlene Foundation Grant, established in 1988, supports philanthropic endeavors across Florida, focusing on education, animal welfare, and the arts.	Not published	Up to US $25,000
Victor Thomas Jacoby Award Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Victor Thomas Jacoby Award, established by the Humboldt Area Foundation, supports visual artists and craftspeople in Humboldt County.	Not published	$10K
Oregon Arts Commission: Sustaining Arts Program - Group B Grant Oregon Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Oregon Arts Commission's Sustaining Arts Program - Group B provides vital operating support grants to arts organizations in Oregon with annual expenses over $150,000.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Burmester Charitable Trust Grant Burmester Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burmester Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations primarily in Wisconsin, with a focus on various program areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, civic activities, and education.	Not published	Varies
The Jackson Foundation Grant The Jackson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Jackson Foundation, established by Maria C. Jackson, provides funding for charitable, educational, and welfare-related projects primarily within Oregon. Governed by trustees, it aims to enhance public welfare in Portland and statewide.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust Grant Swartzlander R Community HS T W · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The Rebecca Hart Swartzlander Trust Grant supports public, charitable, educational, and welfare organizations in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.	Not published	$3K – $7K
Impact 100 Richmond Grant The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Richmond aims to transform lives in the Richmond area by empowering women through philanthropy.	Not published	$100K
School Arts Support Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The School Arts Support Grants aim to assist public, private, and charter schools in South Carolina by providing up to $2,500 per grant to acquire necessary materials, equipment, or professional development.	Not published	Up to $5K
NCAC: Traditional Arts Program for Students (TAPS) Grant North Carolina Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $5K The North Carolina Arts Council's Traditional Arts Program for Students (TAPS) connects students with local traditional artists through after-school programs.	Not published	$5K
Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG)--Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) Grants South Carolina Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) and Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) Grants aim to enhance arts education in South Carolina.	Not published	Up to $40K
R2AC: Community Arts Support Grant Region 2 Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $2K – $7K The R2AC Community Arts Support Grant provides essential operational funding for arts organizations in the Region 2 area, enhancing their capacity to deliver accessible and innovative arts programming.	Not published	$2K – $7K
SUITE/space (Year B Resident Artist Program) Mabou Mines Development Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Continuation cycle for former "Year A" Resident Artists to further develop projects closer to final realization. For projects that would benefit from further development and may be closer to final realization	Not published	Varies

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for arts award?

Of the 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc (27), Montana State University (27), Alaska State Council on the Arts (23), South Arts Inc (22), and South Carolina Arts Commission (19). In all, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 have a published upcoming deadline, 910 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 3,673 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in January–March.

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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