Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 4,970 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Boyd Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Boyd Foundation Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Boyd Foundation, established in 2017 by Jenny and Randy Boyd, aims to improve the greater…
Bozeman Film Society Jack Stonnell Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Bozeman Film Society Jack Stonnell Memorial…
BPCF: Small Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bethel Park Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Bethel Park Community Foundation (BPCF) offers small…
BPMplus Fellowship Overview: Fellowship program for creative technologists and immersive media creators. Focus Areas: - Immersive media - Creative technology - Projects involving Black storytellers…
BPS Arts Expansion Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edvestors Inc. Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The BPS Arts Expansion Grants offer vital funding opportunities to enhance arts education in…
Brabson Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brabson Family Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Brabson Family Foundation Grant is a philanthropic opportunity that…
Bradley Arts Mini-Grant Status: Open annually (typically August-September) Geographic Scope: West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) only Focus Areas: - Support for project-based learning,…
Brainerd Lakes Area Difference Maker Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Brainerd Lakes Area Difference Maker…
Bravo Greater Des Moines: Capital Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bravo Greater Des Moines Inc. Amount: US $15,000 - US $125,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Bravo Greater Des Moines…
Bravo Greater Des Moines: Operating Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bravo Greater Des Moines Inc. Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary Bravo Greater Des Moines offers…
Bravo Greater Des Moines: Public Art Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bravo Greater Des Moines Inc. Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Bravo Greater Des Moines Public Art…
BRCFSC Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue River Community Foundation of Shelby County Amount: US $2,500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The BRCFSC Community Grants,…
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Program (BCPP) Geographic Scope: Tavush Province, Armenia (Berd, Ijevan, Noyemberyan, and Sisian regions) Focus Areas: Extracurricular activities, folk crafts, youth…
Brennan Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brennan Family Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Brennan Family Foundation, established in 1990 by Edward J. Brennan, aims…
Bridge Association of REALTORS- Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bridge Association of REALTORS Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Bridge Association of…
Bridge Builders Main Street Microgrants Focus: Placemaking activities for downtown areas and main streets Purpose: Fund mini placemaking activities that bring together community residents, local…
Bridge Builders Neighborhood Microgrants Focus: Creative community projects and events in neighborhoods Purpose: Fund collaborative, creative projects that bring people together to celebrate,…
Overview The grant program supports activities sponsored by organizations and groups that bring together residents for the purpose of building and strengthening relationships, especially among people…
Brightwork Grants: Professional Development Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Arts Council Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Brightwork Grants: Professional Development,…
Brightwork Grants: Special Project Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Arts Council Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Brightwork Grants: Special Project Grant, offered by…
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.
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.
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.