Grants for Arts

Last updated August 28, 2026

There are currently 4,916 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant - Connecticut (New London & Windham Counties)	The Nordson Corporation Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CLCF Opportunity Grant	Central Louisiana Community Foundation	Rolling	$250 – $2K
Foundation	CFHC: Community Grants	Community Foundation of Henderson	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Provident Benevolent Foundation Grant	Provident Benevolent Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $15K
Foundation	Clatsop County Cultural Coalition Grant	Oregon Cultural Trust	Rolling	Up to $3K
State	Towson University Center for the Arts Gallery	Towson University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	GMCF: Deihl Arts Grants	Greater Manhattan Community Foundation	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Guy I. Bromley Trust Grant	Guy I Bromley Residuary Trust	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	SVCREATES Unrestricted Operating Grants	Silicon Valley Creates	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	GLCF: NOW Grants	Greater Lafayette Community	Rolling	Up to $10K
Foundation	Arts & Science Council: Strategic Investment Grants (SIG)	Arts & Science Council	Rolling	Up to $50K
Foundation	Chisholm Community Foundation Grants	Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Sturgis Youth Advisory Council Fund Grant	Sturgis Area Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Individual Artist Fellowship: Literary Arts Grant	Kentucky Arts Council	Rolling	$8K
Foundation	McGlothlin Foundation Grant	The McGlothlin Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	James C. Stewart Charitable Foundation Grant	James C Stewart Charitable Foundation	Rolling	$10K
Foundation	Michael and Carolyn Stelman Scholarship Grant	Community Foundation For	Rolling	Up to $1K
Foundation	Louisiana Culture Care Fund (LCCF) - General Operating Grants	Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Minto Donations Grant	Minto Group Inc.	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Douglas Sager Hayes and Mildred "Mickey" Hayes Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation of The	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	National Voice Competition	Young Patronesses of the Opera Inc	Rolling	$46K
Foundation	Impact Oklahoma Grants	Impact Oklahoma Inc	Rolling	$100K
Foundation	Palo Alto Community Fund Grant	The Palo Alto Community Fund	Rolling	$5K – $20K
Foundation	SSG & AC Edwards Fellowship Grant	Virginia Center for the Creative Arts	Rolling	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.

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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