Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from 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
Arts DuPage Sustain Grants The Dupage Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Arts DuPage Sustain Grants, offered by the DuPage Foundation, support local arts initiatives that enhance cultural experiences in DuPage County.	Not published	Up to $25K
Franklin Furnace FUND for Performance Art Grants Franklin Furnace Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Franklin Furnace Fund Grants support early career artists in producing significant performance art works in New York City.	Not published	Up to $10K
Julie Clare Bergman Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Julie Clare Bergman Scholarship, established in 1995 by family and friends, honors Julie's legacy by supporting students in graphic arts.	Not published	Up to $1K
CICF Glick Fund Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Glick Fund does not have an open application process. However, selected organizations will be invited to apply.	Not published	Varies
AGRI County Fair Grants (MN) Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $11K The AGRI County Fair Grants in Minnesota aim to support county fairs in preserving and promoting agriculture while enhancing access to the arts and cultural heritage.	Not published	Up to $11K
Peaceful World Foundation Grants Peaceful World Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Peaceful World Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations focused on community peace building through arts and mindful education.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Support Grants Arts Council Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Varies We serve as a connector between artists, arts networks, government leaders, arts advocates, arts educators, and arts education organizations.	Not published	Varies
Frank and Lydia Bergen Foundation Grant Frank and Lydia Bergen Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Frank and Lydia Bergen Foundation Grant supports classical music and musical education, honoring Charlotte V. Bergen's legacy.	Not published	$10K – $50K
The Arts -Crisp-Ellert Grants for Visual Art in St. Augustine The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Dr. JoAnn Crisp-Ellert Grants for Visual Art in St. Augustine provide funding to nonprofit organizations for visual art projects and education.	Not published	Up to $3K
Traditional Arts Apprenticeships Grant Idaho Commission on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Traditional Arts Apprenticeships grant, provided by the Idaho Commission on the Arts, fosters mentorship by pairing experienced artists with apprentices to preserve cultural art forms.	Not published	Up to $3K
Harold Simmons Foundation Grant Harold Simmons Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Harold Simmons Foundation, established in 1988 in Dallas, Texas, aims to enhance community quality of life through strategic investments.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Anna Paulina Grant Anna Paulina Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K – $300K The Anna Paulina Foundation, established in 1961, is dedicated to supporting public charities in Michigan, particularly in the Flint area.	Not published	$100K – $300K
West Yellowstone Foundation: Community Grants West Yellowstone Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Yellowstone Foundation provides community grants aimed at enhancing the economic vitality and sense of community in the West Yellowstone and Hebgen Lake Basin areas.	Not published	Varies
Elaine Sirkin Forbes Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Established in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation is one of the nation’s oldest community foundations and as of 2022 is the 18th largest of more than 750 similar foundations across the United States.	Not published	$1K
Stark Stories: America 250 Grants Arts in Stark · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K Visit Canton in partnership with ArtsinStark awarded $250,000 in support of America 250 projects to Stark County organizations. This appears to be a special, time-limited grant initiative.	Not published	Up to $250K
The Alice Award Grant The JM Kaplan Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The Alice Award, established in 2013 by Joan K. Davidson of Furthermore, celebrates beautifully illustrated books that enrich their fields and uphold production excellence.	Not published	$25K
Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund Grant L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $75K The Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund Grant, established by the L&L Nippert Charitable Foundation, aims to support organizations enhancing musical and cultural arts, education, environment, and health in the Tri-State Area.	Not published	$25K – $75K
FACF: Lester A. Walker Foundation Grants Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lester A. Walker Foundation Grants, managed by the Fremont Area Community Foundation, provide annual funding to charitable organizations.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grants Suffolk Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Suffolk Foundation's primary grant program that awards funds to nonprofit organizations serving the Suffolk and Western Tidewater communities.	Not published	Varies
Arts and Culture Programming Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William Penn Foundation's Arts and Culture Programming aims to enhance access to diverse high-quality arts experiences for all Philadelphians.	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Impact Grant Citizens Committee for New York City Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K A new program providing grants to groups of three grantees who partner together to develop and implement collaborative community projects.	Not published	$10K
Douglas and Janet Roberts Fund Northwest CT Community Foundation Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ECCF Community Grant- Field of Interest Funds Eau Claire Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Eau Claire Community Foundation (ECCF) offers the ECCF Community Grant focusing on various areas including arts, education, environment, and social services.	Not published	Varies
Juliet Lea Hillman Simonds Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · $1K – $7.5M The Juliet Lea Hillman Simonds Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations, focusing on education, visual arts, writing, and literature, primarily in Pittsburgh.	Not published	$1K – $7.5M

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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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