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…
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.
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…
BrickStreet Foundation supports organizations and projects that fall under one of the following priorities: Workplace safety; Community arts and education; Youth Health care issues. - Organization:…
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…
Brockport Arts Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Brockport Arts Fund, supported by the…
Bronx Cultural Visions Fund (BCVF) Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: The Bronx Cultural Visions Fund (BCVF) seeks to support the development of new ideas and the production of new work…
Bronx Cultural Visions Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bronx Council on the Arts Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Bronx Cultural Visions Fund Grant supports the…
Bronx Dance Fund Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: The Bronx Dance Fund seeks to nurture the development of artists and organizations that comprise the field of dance in the Bronx.…
Bronx Documentary Center Education & Youth Programs Support Focus: Supporting child- and youth-focused photography and educational programming for underserved communities. Geographic Scope: Bronx,…
Bronx Recognizes its Own (BRIO) Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: For over 36 years, BCA's BRIO Award has recognized artists from a wide range of creative disciplines who demonstrate…
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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