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.

5,129 grants
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SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital & Naming Rights Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: May 01, 2025 Summary The Capital & Naming Rights Grants support initiatives that enhance community…

Cultural Development Corporation of the District of Columbia · October 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Capital Artist Residency Overview: An annual initiative dedicated to supporting artists of color whose work contributes to regional and national artistic dialogue. Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C.…

New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital Design Grants for Arts and Culture Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) Amount: US $50,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Capital…

Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital Development (CAP) Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Capital Development (CAP)…

WACO FOUNDATION · June 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Capital Expenses Support Grants - Small Capital Purpose: Help cover costs related to select small office equipment, building equipment, building renovation and/or construction costs, and select…

DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capital Projects Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Capital Projects Grant Program,…

Capitol Hill Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capitol Hill Community Foundation Fall and Spring Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Capitol Hill Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Capitol Hill…

MUSICAL FUND SOCIETY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Advancement Award Overview: An award recognizing important artistic leaders and emerging musicians for their current and future contributions to music. Geographic Scope: Philadelphia area…

US $500 - US $11,000
Oregon Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Opportunity Grants (OR) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Arts Commission Amount: US $500 - US $11,000 Last Updated: July 01, 2025 Summary The Oregon Arts Commission offers Career Opportunity…

Up to $548,000 total awarded (82 organizations)
WISCONSIN HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

CARES Relief Grants Overview: Emergency relief grants awarded to nonprofits in Wisconsin during the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding was provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carl R. Blair Award for Commitment to Arts Education Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville County Schools, SC Award Type: Recognition Status: Active award program…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carl Swartz Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Carl Swartz Scholarship at Montana State University supports students…

CARL W & CARRIE MAE JOSLYN CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn Trust Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Carl W. & Carrie Mae Joslyn…

Carlsbad Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carlsbad Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carlsbad Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Carlsbad Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofit…

CAROL ANN AND RALPH V HAILE JR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carol Ann and Ralph V Haile Jr Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carol And Ralph Haile Jr Foundation Last Updated: June 26, 2025 Summary The Carol Ann and Ralph V Haile Jr Foundation Grant aims…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carol Verhasselt Legacy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Carol Verhasselt Legacy Scholarship,…

MAHTOMEDI AREA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carole Fargo Summer Enrichment Scholarship for Visual Arts Geographic Scope: Mahtomedi Public Schools students only Eligibility: - Mahtomedi Public School students in grades Kindergarten through 11th…

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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