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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GMCF: Deihl Arts Grants Greater Manhattan Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The GMCF: Deihl Arts Grants support community and public arts projects in Manhattan and Riley County, Kansas. This funding aims to enhance long-term displays and projects that are free and accessible to the public, welcoming all art forms.	Not published	$10K
Guy I. Bromley Trust Grant Guy I Bromley Residuary Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Guy I. Bromley Trust Grant supports educational, cultural, human services, and health care initiatives in Atchison, Kansas, and the Greater Kansas City area.	Not published	Varies
SVCREATES Unrestricted Operating Grants Silicon Valley Creates · Foundation Not published · Varies 1202 Contemporary, 6th Street Studios & Art Center, Abhinaya Dance Company of San Jose, Aimusic.us, Alliance for Youth Achievement, Art Docents of Los Gatos, Art Forum SF, ArtHouse Studio, Bach-Millennium Music, Calpulli Tonalehqueh…	Not published	Varies
Caxton Club Grant for SAIC Undergraduate with a Project in Book Arts Caxton Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caxton Club offers an annual grant for a SAIC undergraduate working on a book-arts project; 2024-25 and 2025-26 recipients were announced. Kept per the thin-row convention.	Not published	Varies
GLCF: NOW Grants Greater Lafayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The GLCF: NOW Grants provide vital funding to enhance the quality of life in Greater Lafayette, supporting various nonprofit sectors including arts and education.	Not published	Up to $10K
Arts & Science Council: Strategic Investment Grants (SIG) Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Arts & Science Council's Strategic Investment Grants (SIG) offer up to $50,000 to support established nonprofits in Mecklenburg County focused on arts, science, history, and heritage.	Not published	Up to $50K
Chisholm Community Foundation Grants Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chisholm Community Foundation Grants support innovative projects that benefit the Chisholm and Balkan communities in various sectors, including arts, education, and environmental conservation.	Not published	Varies
Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund Grant Sturgis Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund, part of the Sturgis Area Community Foundation, supports youth-focused projects in the Sturgis area.	Not published	Varies
Individual Artist Fellowship: Literary Arts Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $8K The Individual Artist Fellowship, offered by the Kentucky Arts Council, provides a competitive $7,500 award to professional artists in Kentucky.	Not published	$8K
McGlothlin Foundation Grant The McGlothlin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McGlothlin Foundation Grant supports philanthropic initiatives in higher education, healthcare, and the arts, focusing primarily on projects in Southwest Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, and Northeast Tennessee.	Not published	Varies
James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation Grant James C Stewart Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation Grant supports various charitable causes primarily in Tucson, Arizona, and Southern California.	Not published	$10K
Michael and Carolyn Stelman Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for Southern Arizona · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Michael and Carolyn Stelman Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, supports students pursuing education in Culinary Arts, Music, or Photography.	Not published	Up to $1K
Louisiana Culture Care Fund (LCCF) - General Operating Grants Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities · Foundation Not published · Varies The LCCF, underwritten by the State of Louisiana, provides eligible cultural organizations with general operating support for expenses.	Not published	Varies
Creative Impact Fund Assembly for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Assembly for the Arts (Cleveland/Cuyahoga County) operates the Creative Impact Fund, a grant program for the arts and culture sector, with published 2023, 2024, and 2025 awardee cohorts.	Not published	Varies
Minto Donations Grant Minto Group Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Minto Group Inc. is dedicated to making a positive impact through its philanthropic efforts.	Not published	Varies
Douglas Sager Hayes and Mildred "Mickey" Hayes Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region is an independent, public charity established in September 1996 by a steering committee of local civic leaders to gather permanent funds to support our area.	Not published	Varies
National Voice Competition Young Patronesses of the Opera Inc · Foundation Not published · $46K Young Patronesses of the Opera hosts a nationally renowned voice competition in partnership with Florida Grand Opera, now in its 30th year (as of 2019).	Not published	$46K
Impact Oklahoma Grants Impact Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact Oklahoma Grants empower women by funding local nonprofits in Central Oklahoma. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations with at least three years of operation and $300,000 in revenue can apply for $100,000 grants.	Not published	$100K
Palo Alto Community Fund Grant The Palo Alto Community Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Palo Alto Community Fund Grant supports impactful organizations in Palo Alto, East Palo Alto, and Menlo Park.	Not published	$5K – $20K
SSG & AC Edwards Fellowship Grant Virginia Center for the Creative Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The SSG & AC Edwards Fellowship, established by the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, supports female-identifying visual artists, particularly Native Americans.	Not published	Varies
Small Grants Missoula Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Each year, the Missoula Community Foundation offers small grants to area nonprofits that address the main focus areas of Arts & Culture, Education, and Community Care.	Not published	Varies
PCA Creative Communities Initiative Grant Pennsylvania Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The PCA Creative Communities Initiative (CCI) funds community-driven, arts-based projects that enhance social cohesion and economic vitality in Pennsylvania.	Not published	Up to $25K
Legal Grant & Lawyer Referral Program Greater Columbus Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $300 The Greater Columbus Arts Council supports artists and arts organizations through a spectrum of grant programs, workshops, networking events and services.	Not published	$300
Impact100 Owensboro: Regular Grant Impact 100 - Owensboro Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Owensboro offers transformational grants of at least $100,000 to empower women in philanthropy and support local nonprofits.	Not published	$100K

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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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