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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Woods Charitable Fund Grant Woods Charitable Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Woods Charitable Fund Grant supports diverse initiatives in Lincoln, Nebraska, focusing on areas like arts, civic engagement, education, and human services.	Not published	Up to $10K
Mattina R. Proctor Foundation Grant: Education and the Arts Mattina R Proctor Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation supports vital projects in education, healthcare, the arts, and environmental stewardship, primarily in Maine and Massachusetts.	Not published	$3K – $50K
Pablo Foundation Grant Pablo Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $250K The Pablo Foundation Grant aims to foster a vibrant and sustainable community in Eau Claire by funding innovative projects over $10,000 that align with its vision and commitments to equity, diversity, and environmental sustainability.	Not published	$10K – $250K
Members 1st Charitable Foundation Grant Members 1ST Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Members 1st Charitable Foundation Grant supports local grassroots organizations in South Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania, aiming to enhance their strength, health, and financial stability.	Not published	Up to $10K
Chambers Family Foundation Grant Chambers Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Chambers Family Foundation, established in 1999, is a private non-profit based in Eugene, Oregon, committed to enhancing community welfare.	Not published	Up to $15K
Equitable Charitable Foundation Grant Equitable Bank Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Equitable Charitable Foundation Grant aims to support various charitable initiatives within Equitable Bank's communities, focusing on community development, education, and health care.	Not published	Varies
Arts and Culture Proposals Grant The Avista Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Avista Foundation provides vital funding to non-profit organizations focused on education, vulnerable populations, and cultural vitality in its service areas across the Pacific Northwest.	Not published	Varies
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Environment Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Field-of-Interest Grant Program, established in 2016, supports local nonprofits in Mendocino County with initiatives focusing on the environment, arts, and community resilience.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEAP) Grant Berks Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $2K The Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program (CEAP) - a statewide PA Council on the Arts grant program run in the Berks/Schuylkill/Lancaster region by Berks Arts with Berks LaunchBox and the Kutztown SBDC - awards $500-$2,000 to support…	Rolling	$500 – $2K
PreK-12 Education Grant The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: February is the deadline for multiyear grants.	Not published	Varies
Southwest Gate Portal Artworks Grant Houston Arts Alliance · Foundation Not published · $60K The Southwest Gate Portal Artworks Grant invites artists to design and install significant artworks for the Houston Airports West Concourse Expansion at William P. Hobby Airport.	Not published	$60K
Hoʻākea Source The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Ho'ākea Source is a grant program that paves the way for Pu'uhonua Society by opening new platforms to support and honor the people who live and work in Hawai'i, and by affirming the Hawaiian perspective.	Not published	Varies
L'Aiglon Foundation: Special Interest Grants LAiglon Fund · Foundation Not published · $500 – $8K L'Aiglon Foundation, established in 1982, focuses on supporting projects in education, environment, and the creative arts.	Not published	$500 – $8K
Grants for Great Ideas Celina Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Fund creativity and innovation in classrooms directly impacting student success	Not published	Up to $3K
Inclusive Communities Grant Program Bonfils-Stanton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We invest in equitable arts and culture organizations and nonprofit leaders to create a thriving and just Denver.	Not published	Varies
General Grants Humanities Tennessee · Foundation Not published · $100K Humanities Tennessee makes funding investments across the state to support cultural, educational, and community-based organizations providing public humanities programs.	Not published	$100K
Kirkpatrick Foundation Small Grants Kirkpatrick Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Kirkpatrick Foundation Small Grants program supports diverse initiatives in arts, culture, education, animal wellbeing, environmental conservation, and historic preservation, primarily in Central Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $10K
DCEFF Vantage Grant The Environmental Film Festival · Foundation Not published · $13K The DCEFF Vantage Grant is a commitment grant supporting emerging BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) filmmakers working on environmental films.	Not published	$13K
Emerging Traditional Artists Program Grant South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Emerging Traditional Artists Program (ETAP), presented by South Arts Inc., supports early-career traditional artists from Appalachian Regional Commission-designated counties.	Not published	$5K
East Arts Grant Program (formerly East of the River) DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The East Arts Grant Program supports BIPOC-centered non-profit organizations in the northeast and southeast quadrants of Washington, DC, providing high-quality arts and humanities experiences.	Not published	Up to $35K
Kent Community Foundation: Cultural, Arts, and Education Grant Program Kent Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Kent Community Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit established in 1986, supports cultural arts and education in Kent, Washington. Its Cultural, Arts, and Education Grant Program invites proposals from community groups and schools each year.	Not published	Up to $1K
CAA- SAMUEL H. KRESS FOUNDATION CAA CONFERENCE TRAVEL FELLOWSHIP Grant College Art Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The CAA Samuel H. Kress Foundation Conference Travel Fellowship supports scholars presenting on European art before 1830 at the CAA Annual Conference.	Not published	Varies
B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation Grant: Under $5,000 Ba & Esther Greenheck Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation Grant, established in 1998, supports projects under $5,000 that enhance arts, education, health, economic, and social development in North Central Wisconsin.	Not published	Up to $5K
Small and Midsized Capital Improvement Grants for Arts and Culture New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $99K The Small and Midsized Capital Improvement Grants for Arts and Culture provide funding for nonprofit arts and culture organizations in New York, offering grants up to $2 million.	Not published	$10K – $99K

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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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