Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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RFP for Exhibitions Airport Foundation MSP · Foundation Not published · Varies Arts@MSP invites artists, artisans, and partner organizations to propose exhibition concepts for display throughout Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport.	Not published	Varies
Participatory Grantmaking - Community & Health Focus The Bronx Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
Baiardi Family Foundation Grants Baiardi Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Baiardi Family Foundation accepts (but does not solicit) grant requests from nonprofits and does NOT make grants to individuals, using the Council of Michigan Foundations Common Grant Application.	Rolling	Varies
SVCREATES Arts Relief & Recovery Fund Silicon Valley Creates · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide immediate relief grants for artists and arts organizations in SV CREATES' grant portfolio who were particularly negatively impacted by COVID-19, and to help arts organizations maintain essential functions, pay artists, retain core…	Not published	Varies
Creative Native Call for Art Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $300 – $1K The Creative Native Call for Art invites Indigenous artists aged 5 to 24 to showcase their talents through diverse artistic expressions.	Not published	$300 – $1K
The Velocity Fund Asian Arts Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies The Velocity Fund offers twelve Philadelphia-based artists and collectives $5000 to develop and present new projects — particularly those that are experimental in genre, collaborative in practice, grounded in their communities, and…	Not published	Varies
Creation & Development Fund Grant National Performance Network Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The Creation & Development Fund, administered by the National Performance Network, supports the creation and mobility of artistic works that promote racial and cultural justice.	Not published	$15K
Norcliffe Foundation Grant The Norcliffe Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Norcliffe Foundation Grant supports various community-enhancing projects in the Puget Sound Region, focusing on human services, healthcare, education, arts, and culture.	Not published	Varies
Children's Program & Services Funding The United Methodist City Society · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding available for three types of programs:	Not published	Varies
DACAMERA Young Artist Program Da Camera Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A chamber music fellowship program for emerging professional instrumentalists, singers, and composers.	Not published	Varies
Jones Family Foundation General Grants The Jones Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
R2AC Artist Support Grant Program - Individuals Region 2 Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The R2AC Artist Support Grant Program, funded by the McKnight Foundation, offers essential financial assistance to artists and culture bearers at any stage of their creative journey.	Not published	Up to $2K
Earl B. and Loraine H Miller Foundation Grants Earl B & Loraine H Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Earl B. and Loraine H. Miller Foundation Grants support nonprofits in the Health, Education, and Arts sectors, particularly those addressing community needs in Long Beach.	Not published	$10K
Capacity Building Spring Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Capacity Building Spring grant, offered by Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc., supports nonprofit arts organizations in enhancing their capabilities.	Not published	Up to $5K
CCI Zoo Labs: FUND Center for Cultural Innovation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Center for Cultural Innovation (CA) runs Zoo Labs: FUND (up to $50,000 unrestricted + mentorship) for Bay Area culturally-rooted music teams. Recurring annual; 2025 cycle closed.	Not published	Up to $50K
Art & Culture Grant Community Foundation of Broward Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Art & Culture Grant aims to enhance community well-being through the arts, highlighting their importance in fostering connection and creativity.	Not published	Varies
Equity in Arts Learning for Colorado Youth Grant Central City Opera House Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A prestigious grant opportunity administered by Think 360 Arts for Learning, supporting innovative arts programs focused on equity and mental health in Colorado. Program Example - Chiaroscuro: Light in Darkness:	Not published	Varies
Community Solutions Grant Program FR Bigelow Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $250K The Community Solutions Grant Program, administered by the F. R. Bigelow Foundation, offers financial support to enhance the quality of life for East Metro residents through various initiatives in Arts & Culture, Economic Development…	Not published	$50K – $250K
Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant - Connecticut (New London & Windham Counties) The Nordson Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Connecticut's New London and Windham Counties through education and community support.	Not published	Varies
CLCF Opportunity Grant Central Louisiana Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K The CLCF Opportunity Grant supports eligible organizations in Central Louisiana with grants ranging from $250 to $2,000. Applications are accepted quarterly, focusing on areas such as literacy, arts, culture, and community development.	Not published	$250 – $2K
CFHC: Community Grants Community Foundation of Henderson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Henderson County offers grants to support diverse community needs, promoting collaboration among tax-exempt organizations in Henderson County.	Not published	Varies
Provident Benevolent Foundation Grant Provident Benevolent Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Provident Benevolent Foundation, established in 1989, aims to provide financial support to 501(c)(3) organizations that deliver education, health, and essential human services.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Clatsop County Cultural Coalition Grant Oregon Cultural Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Clatsop County Cultural Coalition Grant, funded by the Oregon Cultural Trust, supports projects that enhance cultural programs in arts, heritage, and humanities in Clatsop County.	Not published	Up to $3K
Towson University Center for the Arts Gallery Towson University · State Not published · Varies The Center for the Arts Gallery is the main venue for viewing some of the region and nation's finest artwork and is a premier exhibition space, rivaling many museum spaces. The schedule includes several exhibitions each year.	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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