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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Fine Arts Scholarships Oak Park Area Arts Council · Foundation ~February · Varies Merit-based scholarships awarded annually to high school seniors pursuing arts-related degrees. These scholarships recognize artistic promise and academic achievement.	~February	Varies
Community Grants Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation · Foundation ~February · Up to $3K The Community Grants program provides funding to local non-profit organizations and community groups for projects that make a positive impact on the community. The program began in 2003 and continues to support community-led initiatives.	~February	Up to $3K
Annual Grants Program Arts Council of Indianapolis Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Arts Alliance Grants Business Consortium for Arts Support · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Community Building Grant Program Vincent B and Barbara G Welch Supporting Organization · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K Supports projects and organizations focused on making communities stronger across Maine. This is MaineCF's largest grant program, receiving over 600 applications annually.	~February	Up to $10K
Community Building Grant Program Edward H Daveis Benevolent Fund · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K This grant program supports projects and organizations focused on making communities stronger by investing in people, engaging communities in design and delivery, and strengthening community resources.	~February	Up to $10K
Community Building Grant Program Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Up to $10K Supports projects and organizations focused on making communities stronger through:	~February	Up to $10K
Moody Fund for the Arts (MFA) Grants Dallas Center for the Performing Arts Endowment Inc · Foundation ~February · Up to $15K Applicants must select one of five categories: Applications must demonstrate realistic strategies to reach and measure broad and underserved audiences. Press Inquiries: press@moodyartsfund.org	~February	Up to $15K
Enrichment Grants Newport Public Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Rosenlund Family Foundation Grants Rosenlund Family Foundation INV MGR · Foundation ~February · $3K – $5K The Rosenlund Family Foundation, established in 1962, focuses on supporting under-served children and youth in Philadelphia's disadvantaged neighborhoods.	~February	$3K – $5K
Teacher Grants Irvington Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The Irvington Education Foundation invites Irvington teachers and administrators to apply for grants to fund innovative educational programs that enrich the educational experience of the district's children above and beyond the limits of…	~February	Varies
Arts Scholarship Gina Rose Montalto Memorial Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $5K Award one scholarship to a student pursuing studies in the Arts including Dance, Music, Theater, and Visual Arts.	~February	$5K
Villa Aurora Artist's Grants Friends of Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
GLCF: Century Fund Grant Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation · Foundation ~February · $100K The GLCF Century Fund offers $100,000 annually to tax-exempt charitable organizations in Lynchburg and surrounding counties.	~February	$100K
Boston Bar Foundation IOLTA Grants Boston Bar Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies The BBF invites applications from eligible non-profit organizations for projects that advance the following objectives: Grants support organizations working in: Ron Simms, Jr., Director of Communications	~February	Varies
Garneau-Nicon Family Foundation Grant Garneau Nicon Family Foundation · Foundation ~February · $1K – $50K The Garneau-Nicon Family Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in the Puget Sound Region, offering small grants between $1,000 and $25,000, and large grants from $26,000 to $50,000.	~February	$1K – $50K
Project Support (PS) Division of the Arts Grants · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Support for arts programs provided by community-based organizations that assist in the growth of a vibrant cultural environment by encouraging development of arts activities in communities throughout the state.	Mar 1, 2027	Varies
Education Resource (EDR) Division of the Arts Grants · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Grants to strengthen standards-based arts education projects, programs, and activities that utilize the arts education resources of the Delaware arts community or strengthen arts organizations' capacity to serve as professional development…	Mar 1, 2027	Varies
Arts & Cultural Fund The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region · Foundation ~March · Varies To promote the arts in the service area (Dan River Region) Serving Danville, VA and the counties of Pittsylvania and Halifax, VA; and Caswell County, NC.	~March	Varies
StartUp Program (STU) Division of the Arts Grants · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Comprehensive program of financial support, training, and consultation to develop and strengthen management capacity of emerging arts organizations, organizations applying for annual grants for the first time, or previous grantees with…	Mar 1, 2027	Varies
UDAEF Grants for Upper Darby School District Initiatives Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation · Foundation ~March · Up to $1K The Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation (UDAEF) rewards innovative educational initiatives that enrich and enhance the educational experience of students in the Upper Darby School District, especially those addressing areas that…	~March	Up to $1K
CFSKY: Community Foundation Grants Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $5K The Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky supports philanthropic initiatives aiming to enhance community welfare through grants.	~March	Up to $5K
Arts Stabilization (ASF) Division of the Arts Grants · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Support for improvements to facilities owned or under long-term lease and operated by the organization. Funded through the Division's participation in the Arts Consortium of Delaware, Inc. (ArtCo) endowment.	Mar 1, 2027	Varies
Tournament of Roses Foundation Grants Program Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association · Foundation ~March · Up to $35K The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation provides grant assistance to support new and ongoing programs benefiting children, teens, adults, and seniors in the San Gabriel Valley.	~March	Up to $35K

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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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