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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ARIZONA HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _PLEASE READ: Thank you for your interest in applying for a grant. Grants are currently suspended until a determination is made regarding the availability of federal funds. We appreciate…

BRIC ARTS MEDIA BKLYN INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

B Free Awards Overview: The 12th Annual B Free Awards is BRIC's celebration of excellence in media artistry for content creators on Brooklyn Free Speech TV and Podcast Network. This prestigious…

BA & ESTHER GREENHECK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation Grant: Above $5,000 Status: ACTIVE Funder: B A And Esther Greenheck Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The B.A. & Esther…

BA & ESTHER GREENHECK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation Grant: Under $5,000 Status: ACTIVE Funder: B A And Esther Greenheck Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The B.A. & Esther…

ERIC A BAAE AND MARY C BAADE CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Eric A.…

CENTRE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Back to Better: Creative Resilience Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Centre County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Back to Better: Creative…

BADER PHILANTHROPIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bader Philanthropies: The Art's Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bader Philanthropies Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary Bader Philanthropies' Arts Grant aims to enhance access to the arts in…

BURBANK ARTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Burbank Arts & Education Foundation Grant Program Geographic Scope: Burbank Unified School District (BUSD), Burbank, California Focus Areas: - Arts education (visual arts, performing arts, music,…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Baide Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary Overview Montana State University was founded February 16, 1893, as one of the…

BAINBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bainbridge Community Foundation: Community Grants Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bainbridge Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $14,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Bainbridge…

$10,000 - $40,000
HOWARD COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL · January 17, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Baker Artist Awards Funder: Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance (promoted by Howard County Arts Council) Geographic Scope: Six-discipline award program Overview: The Baker Artist Awards honor…

US $2,500 - US $25,000
THE BAKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Baker Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baker Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Baker Foundation Grant supports 501c3 non-profit…

BALL BROTHERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ball Brothers Foundation General Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ball Brothers Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Ball Brothers Foundation offers…

BANG ON A CAN · January 14, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Bang on a Can Summer Music Festival at MASS MoCA Overview: A 3-week musical utopia for innovative composers and performers dedicated entirely to adventurous contemporary music. Location: MASS MoCA…

BANK OF AMERICA CLIENT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bank of America Client Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bank of America Fdn Mc naughton Amount: US $5,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Bank of America…

Bank of America · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to support the economic, social, and cultural life of communities in which the funding agency has a presence by providing an extensive array of arts and sports…

BANK OF GREENE COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bank of Greene County Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bank Of Greene County Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: November 30, 2025 Summary The Bank of Greene…

BANK OF HAWAII CHARITABLE FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bank of Hawaii Foundation - Major Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bank of Hawaii Foundation Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Bank of Hawaii Foundation's Major Capital Grant aims to…

BANK OF HAWAII CHARITABLE FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bank of Hawaii Foundation - Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bank of Hawaii Foundation Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Bank of Hawaii Foundation is dedicated to enhancing communities…

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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