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
Advancement Grant Los Angeles County: Department of Arts and Culture · State Not published · Up to $25K The Advancement Grant Program provides flexible matching grants to support Los Angeles County school districts in delivering quality arts education.	Not published	Up to $25K
Paul Collins Scholarship Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Generally the Community Foundation's scholarships are awarded to applicants who have high financial need.	Not published	Varies
SEMAC Individual Artist: Emerging Artist Grant Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The SEMAC Individual Artist: Emerging Artist Grant provides $3,000 to support artists who have demonstrated some achievement but lack extensive recognition.	Not published	$3K
Fellowship Award Grant Rasmuson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Fellowship Award, offered by the Rasmuson Foundation, supports mid-career and established artists in Alaska with grants of up to $25,000.	Not published	$50K
General Operating Support (GOS) Grant (UT) Utah Division of Arts & Museums · Foundation Not published · Up to $375K The General Operating Support (GOS) Grant is a two-year funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations and municipal governments in Utah focused on the arts or public museums.	Not published	Up to $375K
North Baldwin Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The North Baldwin Community Foundation Grant provides funding to enhance the quality of life in Bay Minette and surrounding areas.	Not published	Up to $5K
Kala Curatorial Fellowship Grant Kala Art Institute · Foundation Not published · $3K Founded in 1974 by Archana Horsting and Yuzo Nakano as an international workshop rooted in the local community and forum for ideas, Kala Art Institute provides exceptional facilities to professional artists working in and across all forms…	Not published	$3K
PCCF Community Impact Grants Program Putnam County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PCCF Community Impact Grants Program aims to support diverse charitable initiatives in Putnam County, Indiana.	Not published	$5K
Craig Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K In 1943, during the darkness of World War II, a group of passionate citizens, led by Columbus businessman Harrison M. Sayre, envisioned a way to improve the well-being of the community and the quality of life in central Ohio.	Not published	$1K
Creating- Arts & Community Health Grant Horizon Charitable Foundation Inc DBA Horizon Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey is launching the 2025 Arts & Community Health Grant to promote art's role in enhancing community health.	Not published	Up to $25K
Smith-Hobson Foundation Grant Ventura County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smith-Hobson Foundation Grant provides vital support for arts and cultural initiatives in western Ventura County. This includes funding for museums, historical societies, fine and performing arts, and arts education.	Not published	Varies
Dettwiller Foundation Grants Dettwiller Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dettwiller Foundation Grants support a broad array of initiatives in Tennessee, honoring Fred Dettwiller's charitable legacy.	Not published	Varies
Youth Program Scholarship Grants Anaheim Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation provides youth scholarships to low-income Anaheim families to participate in recreational opportunities offered through the City of Anaheim's Community Services Department.	Not published	Varies
CGCF: Community Grants Program Coral Gables Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $7K The Coral Gables Community Foundation's Community Giving Program supports local non-profits that enhance the lives of Coral Gables residents.	Not published	$3K – $7K
Texas Women for the Arts Grants Texas Cultural Trust Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Texas Women for the Arts (TWA) Grants program provides funding to support arts education programs throughout Texas.	Not published	Varies
Multicultural Action Committee - Cultural Event Grants City of Longmont · State Not published · $100 – $3K The Multicultural Action Committee offers Cultural Event Grants to support community-driven events that promote cultural understanding and inclusion in Longmont. Events must be open to all, free of charge, and held within the city.	Not published	$100 – $3K
VCA General Operating Support: Medium and Large Arts Organizations Grant Virginia Commission for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $5K The VCA General Operating Support program provides vital funding for medium and large arts organizations in Virginia, aimed at supporting their operational needs.	Not published	$5K
Wayne County Grants Wayne Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Wayne Community Foundation (WCF) enhances the quality of life for Wayne County residents by managing and distributing funds for charitable purposes.	Not published	$1K
Creativity Connects: National Demonstration Projects South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $75K Investigate ways arts can connect with other sectors (education, healthcare, social justice) through demonstration projects; promote collaboration, experimentation, and community growth	Not published	$75K
Arts Learning Express Grant Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Arts Learning Express Grant (ALX) from the Nevada Arts Council supports short-term arts education programs for community organizations and teaching artists on the Nevada roster.	Not published	Up to $2K
Creative County Initiative Partnership Grants Essex County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Collaboration grants to bring arts, culture and creativity central to community life, strengthen the creative ecosystem in and across community(ies), and catalyze community connections in Essex County.	Not published	Varies
Whitaker Foundation - Arts & Parks Grants Mr and Mrs Lyndon C Whitaker Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Whitaker Foundation, established in 1975, supports arts and parks initiatives in St. Louis, Missouri. By funding arts organizations and park projects, it enriches community life through creativity and shared spaces.	Not published	Varies
National Dance Project (NDP) Travel Fund Grant New England Foundation for the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The National Dance Project (NDP) Travel Fund offers financial support to U.S.-based presenters, curatorial staff, and residency directors, as well as current NDP artist grantees.	Not published	Up to $500
Youth Cultural Heritage Fast Track Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Not published · Varies Applications accepted on ongoing basis with rolling deadlines at least 30 days prior to planned activity.	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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