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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New Urban Arts · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carole Harman Memorial Award Organization: New Urban Arts Geographic Scope: Rhode Island, United States Overview: One of three awards given annually by New Urban Arts since 2015. Named in memory of…

LOS ANGELES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Caroline Leonetti Ahmanson Memorial Endowment Fund Purpose: Support arts education at LACHSA and offset operational costs of the LACHSA Foundation Established By: In memory of Caroline Leonetti…

MANHATTAN FUND - CAROLINE F PEINE CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caroline Peine Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manhattan Fund Caroline F Peine Charitable Foundation Amount: More than US $25,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The…

E Rhodes and Leona B Carpenter Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carpenter Foundation - Asian Art Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation Last Updated: May 31, 2025 Summary The E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation,…

E Rhodes and Leona B Carpenter Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carpenter Foundation - Performing Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter…

THE CARPENTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carpenter Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carpenter Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Carpenter Foundation, established in 1942, focuses on enhancing opportunities in the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carran Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Carran Family Scholarship, established by…

METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carrie and Skip Gordon Teaching Artist Award Funder: Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Greenville, SC and Upstate South Carolina Award Type: Recognition and professional development…

STARK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carroll Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stark Community Foundation Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Carroll Community Fund Grant, established in 1994, supports various projects…

BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carson Center Residency Overview: Residency opportunity for media makers and storytellers. Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Black storytelling and media creation Contact Information: -…

Amon G Carter Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carter Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amon G. Carter Foundation Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Amon G. Carter Foundation, established in 1945, is a Texas non-profit that…

Up to US $25,000
Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carter Manny Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Carter Manny Award,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carthage Affiliate Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Carthage Community Foundation…

More than US $2,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cashmere Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Cashmere Fund Grant, provided by…

CASTRO VALLEY ARTS FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Castro Valley Arts Foundation Scholarship Funder: Castro Valley Arts Foundation (CVAF) Geographic Scope: Castro Valley High School (CVHS) seniors, Castro Valley, CA Focus Areas: All arts disciplines…

THE DURHAM ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Catalyst Grant Overview: A competitive grant program supporting arts initiatives and projects. Geographic Scope: Multi-county program (Chatham, Durham, Granville, Orange, and Person Counties) Funding…

THE DURHAM ARTS COUNCIL ENDOWMENT FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Catalyst Grant Program Program Type: Grant program supporting arts organizations and initiatives Overview: The Catalyst Grant Program supports arts organizations and catalytic projects in the Durham…

JUNEAU ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Catalyst Grants Geographic Scope: Juneau, Alaska Funder: Juneau Arts & Humanities Council (JAHC) Grant program for catalyzing arts projects. Limited details available in provided website content.

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Catalyst Grants Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle region Overview: The Catalyst Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations with funding for program growth,…

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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