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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Creative Community Fund Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Creative Community Fund was established in 2023 in honor of Maryo Gard Ewell's retirement and dedication to enriching communities through the arts.	Not published	Up to $2K
Visual Arts Fund (VAF) Grant Midway Contemporary Art · Foundation Not published · $10K The Visual Arts Fund (VAF), established by Midway Contemporary Art with support from The Andy Warhol Foundation, offers $60,000 in grants for artist-organized projects in the Twin Cities metro area.	Not published	$10K
Jerry Juhl Fund for the Arts Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of Mendocino County The Community Foundation of Mendocino County is a county-wide nonprofit organization that administers permanent charitable funds established through gifts and bequests from individuals, families…	Not published	Varies
Trust Management Services Grant - Central Oregon Region Braemar Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Trust Management Services Grant in Central Oregon aims to empower communities by funding projects in education, arts and culture, youth activities, and historical preservation.	Not published	Up to $15K
Roger M. Mulford Award Belmont Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K An annual award honoring Roger M. Mulford, a longtime beloved Belmont High School art teacher, to benefit deserving students in the pursuit and education of the fine arts.	Not published	$1K
Bill and Betty Eaton Memorial Pella Windows and Doors Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bill and Betty Eaton Memorial Pella Windows and Doors Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students pursuing a degree in Environmental Design.	Not published	Varies
Creative Capital Grant Program Downtown ABQ Mainstreet Initiative · Foundation Not published · $50K	Not published	$50K
Henrietta Lange Burk Fund Grant Lange Burk Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Henrietta Lange Burk Fund Grant supports arts, culture, education, and health care programs for underserved populations, particularly older adults.	Not published	Varies
Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation Trust Grant Cleon W Mauldin Fnd Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation Trust Grant aims to support arts education and promote artistic endeavors in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA).	Not published	$5K – $10K
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Cincinnati, OH - (Cincinnati, Dayton and Northern Kentucky) Foundations Tr UA Fifth Third Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fifth Third Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Cincinnati area, focusing on education, arts, community development, and health services.	Not published	Varies
CFGR: Women's Fund Grants Community Foundation of Greater Rochester · Foundation Not published · $1K The Women's Fund Grants by the Community Foundation of Greater Rochester aim to enhance the lives of women through support for innovative projects.	Not published	$1K
Seed Fund for Documentary Filmmakers Women in Film & Video Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Asheville Event Support Grant (Mini Grant) Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies ArtsAVL grant for permitted nonprofit events within Asheville's streets, parks, and outdoor public spaces; the grants page labels it 'Mini Grant Open.' One of ArtsAVL's regrant programs funded through its pooled arts investment.	Rolling	Varies
Miller Foundation: Arts (Small Org.) Grants James F & Marion L Miller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miller Foundation offers Arts Grants to support small organizations in Oregon, providing vital funding for artistic programming and operations.	Not published	Varies
Presnell Foundation Grant The H Clay and Wavie M Presnell · Foundation Not published · Varies The Presnell Foundation Grant supports North Carolina public and private schools, providing funding for educational programs and extracurricular activities.	Not published	Varies
Capacity Building Fall Grant Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Capacity Building Fall grant by Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc offers cash grants up to $5,000 for nonprofit arts organizations to enhance their capabilities.	Not published	Up to $5K
City Hall Plaza Engagement Grant City of Boston · State Not published · Up to $100K As the epicenter of the City of Boston, City Hall Plaza is a place where residents, visitors, and newcomers can participate in arts and cultural events.	Not published	Up to $100K
ACE Mini Grant Art Culture and Entertainment Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies ACE offers an 'ACE Mini Grant' to nonprofit arts, culture, and entertainment organizations in Escambia County, FL.	Not published	Varies
Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Troy Foundation Quarterly Grants aim to enhance the quality of life for the Troy community by supporting charitable projects in arts, education, health, and more.	Not published	Varies
FS Foundation Grant: Building for Better Belonging The FS Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The FS Foundation Grant: Building for Better Belonging supports 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $5 million, aiming to enhance the lives of individuals with profound functional limitations.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Patty Zimmermann Professional Development Fellowship Fund International Film Seminars Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A new fellowship fund established in honor of the late Patty Zimmermann (1956-2023), a pioneering scholar, filmmaker, and advocate for documentary cinema and media activism.	Not published	Varies
Oglala Lakota Artspace (OLA) Artist-in-Residence Program First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oglala Lakota Artspace is a Native-run arts facility located on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in Kyle, South Dakota, offering artist residencies.	Not published	Varies
Ecosystem Grants The Bush Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bush Foundation works to inspire and support creative problem solving — within and across sectors — to make our region better for everyone. We know problem solving is hard.	Not published	Varies
Superior-Douglas County Arts Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Superior-Douglas County Arts Fund is to support projects and programs which help people develop an appreciation of the arts, make the arts accessible to all people, and expose people to a variety of multicultural arts…	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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