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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South Carolina Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Project Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Arts Project Support Grants by the South Carolina…

Australia Council for the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Projects – Organisations Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Australia Council for the Arts Amount: US $20,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Arts Projects – Organisations…

ARTSBUILD · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Arts Recovery Fund Overview: The Arts Recovery Fund is designed to help ease the financial burden of startup, grassroots, and small arts and culture non-profit organizations in Hamilton County.…

SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts Research in Communities Fellowships Funder: Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Focus Areas: - Arts ecosystems - Embedded ethnographic research - Community arts organizations Overview: The…

US $1,000 - US $6,000
ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF MONTGOMER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Residencies in Schools Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County Amount: US $1,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Arts Residencies in…

ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF MONTGOMER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Residencies in Schools Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County Amount: US $1,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary Arts Residencies in…

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

Supports specific arts projects, initiatives, and programs that respond to community needs. Funds educational programs, performances, community engagement, and creative initiatives.

$1,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years
CLARKSBURG-HARRISON CULTURAL FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Arts Scholarship Funder: The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County, WV Purpose: The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County is funding two Arts Scholarships to recognize outstanding student potential…

GINA ROSE MONTALTO MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Arts Scholarship Funder: Gina Rose Montalto Memorial Foundation, Inc. Amount: $5,000 Purpose: Award one scholarship to a student pursuing studies in the Arts including Dance, Music, Theater, and…

AMERICAN AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts Scholarships & Grants Funder: American Australian Association (AAA) Program Overview: Scholarships and grants supporting artists and arts professionals engaging in exchange and professional…

Arts Work Fund for Organizational Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts Work Fund: Arts Capacity Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Work Fund for Organizational Development Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Arts Work Fund:…

GARRETT COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts-in-Education Grant Funder: Garrett County Arts Council Inc (Maryland) Overview: Annual grant program to support arts in education programming within Garrett County Public Schools and the…

$4,000 annually per school ($16,000 district-wide)
MILLBROOK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts-in-Residencies Grant Funder: Millbrook Educational Foundation (MEF) Geographic Scope: Millbrook Central School District, NY Program Overview: Since 2008, MEF has provided $4,000 annually to each…

BLOOMINGTON URBAN ENTERPRISE ASSOCI · Rolling / Open Foundation

Arts-Related Project Grants Overview: Grants for nonprofit organizations on arts-related projects. Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations Focus Areas: Arts-related projects Contact: City of…

Approximately $250,000 total available
ARTS COUNCIL NAPA VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts, Culture, and Heritage Grant Program Funder: Napa County Board of Supervisors Funding Source: Transient Occupancy Tax revenues Geographic Scope: Napa County, California Total Available Funding:…

BELLEVUE SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Arts, Enrichment & Innovation Grants Overview: Bellevue Schools Foundation offers school-based grants to teachers and staff to enhance the education experience for their students and provide…

Regional Arts & Culture Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mission To enrich our communities through arts and culture. Vision A thriving region, powered by creativity, with arts and culture in every neighborhood. Arts3C Grant Program The Regional…

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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