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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THE ROCKLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Arts Council of Rockland - Artist's Support Fund Geographic Scope: Rockland County, New York Focus Areas: Individual artist support, artistic development, creative endeavors Program Description: The…

Varies by organization
TX Commission on the Arts · Rolling / Open State

Program to advance the creative economy of Texas by investing in the operations of arts organizations. Supports organizational sustainability and operations for nonprofits engaged in arts and…

THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts DuPage Seed Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: DuPage Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary Arts DuPage Seed Grants, offered by the DuPage Foundation, support emerging…

$2,500 - $25,000
THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · September 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Arts DuPage Grants Overview: Comprehensive support for the arts in DuPage County, enabling arts organizations to thrive and strengthen the local creative sector. Geographic Scope: DuPage County,…

THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts DuPage Sustain Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: DuPage Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The Arts DuPage Sustain Grants, offered by the DuPage Foundation,…

THE CONRAD PREBYS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Background Over the past two years, Prebys Foundation has invested in the arts ecosystem to strengthen organizational capacity, reach new audiences, and deliver engaging programs that foster…

MONMOUTH COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · May 7, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Arts Education Awards Overview: A distinguished annual event held by Monmouth Arts to honor and acknowledge the power of arts education in Monmouth County. The event recognizes outstanding educators,…

Tennessee Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Education Community Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tennessee Arts Commission Amount: More than US $20,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Arts Education Community Impact Grant,…

PUBLIC CORP FOR THE ARTS OF THE CITY OF · November 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Arts Education Enrichment Grant Funder: Arts Council for Long Beach, with support from Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe (Fourth District) and the Ruth and Joseph C. Reed Foundation for the…

FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Arts Education for Systems Change in Fairfield County Funder: Fairfield County's Community Foundation Status: One-time grant opportunity announced March 26, 2026 Geographic Scope: Fairfield County,…

Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Education Grant Funder: Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Tompkins County, NY Contact: Community Arts Partnership, 110 N. Tioga Street (Tompkins Center…

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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