Western Region- Jack Handford Summer Internship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Costume Society of America Amount: Approximately US $3,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The…
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.
Westfield Service League Grant Program Overview: The Westfield Service League (WSL) offers annual grants to non-profit organizations serving the Westfield and Union County communities. The…
WFACF Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation Last Updated: September 13, 2025 Summary The Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation offers the WFACF Grant Cycle to…
WFF Housing Stability Grant for Artists Geographic Scope: NYC Resident Age Requirement: 21+ Grant Type: Housing/Stability Grant Eligible Disciplines: - Painting - Photography -…
Wheeler Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ruth Anderson Wheeler and Henry O. Wheeler Charitable Trust Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Wheeler Charitable Trust Grant, established by…
Wherewithal Project & Presentation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts Amount: US $7,500 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Wherewithal Project &…
Wherewithal Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Wherewithal Research Grant, funded by the…
WHIN Walls Purpose: Public art initiative to support the WHIN region. Geographic Scope: 10 counties in north-central Indiana (Pulaski, White, Cass, Benton, Carroll, Tippecanoe, Warren, Fountain,…
Whitaker Foundation - Arts & Parks Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mr and Mrs Lyndon C Whitaker Charitable Foundation Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Whitaker Foundation, established in…
Overview _NOTE: The White Family Foundation is requesting a Letter of Inquiry as a preliminary step to determine if there is an interest in program, project or service. The LOI should be a succinct…
White Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connie Burwell and William W. White Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Connie Burwell and William W. White Foundation focuses on…
Whitmore Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Whitmore Charitable Trust Amount: US $3,500 Last Updated: July 01, 2025 Summary The Whitmore Charitable Trust, established by Eugenie Whitmore,…
Whittenberger Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Claude R. & Ethel B. Whittenberger Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Whittenberger Foundation…
WIFV Narrative Short Film Finishing Grant Funder: Women in Film & Video DC Geographic Scope: Washington DC area (local organization) Focus Areas: Narrative short film completion/finishing Contact…
Wild Wonder Project Micro Grant Funder: Wild Wonder Foundation (CA, US) Website: wildwonder.org Status: Applications open January 1, 2027 for 2027 grants Program Overview The Wild Wonder Foundation…
Wildhorse Foundation: Regular Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Windhorse Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Wildhorse Foundation offers grants to…
Overview Mission Our mission is to help expand artists’ access to resources by supporting organizations working to make creative expression, experimentation, public programming, and discourse…
William (Bill) Hentosh Artist Scholarship Funder: Garrett County Arts Council Inc (Maryland) Overview: An annual scholarship established by GCAC Board Member and local photographer William "Bill"…
William & Helen Doyle/Exchange Club Fund Community Service Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sturgis Area Community Foundation Last Updated: July 10, 2025 Summary The William & Helen Doyle/Exchange…
William B. Pratt Endowment Fund- Media Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The William B. Pratt Endowment…
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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