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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ArtsWave Young Professionals (YP) Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants supporting innovative projects that transform how the next generation experiences Greater Cincinnati's cultural scene.	Not published	Varies
Impact Teaching Grants Hood River County Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hood River County Education Foundation created the Impact Teaching Grants program to help Hood River County School District educators fund ideas that would not normally be covered by the HRCSD budget.	Not published	Varies
Responsive Grants The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Responsive Grants program by the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area aims to support transformative charitable projects across various sectors including arts, education, and health.	Not published	Varies
Community Needs/Marvin Unrestricted Fund Grants The Foundation for Northwest IL · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation for Northwest Illinois awards grants from the Community Needs/Marvin Unrestricted Fund to support nonprofit organizations addressing critical community needs.	Not published	Varies
Burgess Trust Grant Burgess R & F Tuw · Foundation Not published · $4K – $30K The Burgess Trust Grant, established by Ralph L. and Florence R. Burgess, aims to promote the performing arts in Denver, Colorado.	Not published	$4K – $30K
AnnMarie Foundation Grant Annmarie Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AnnMarie Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Wisconsin that were home to Phillips Plastics Corporation employees.	Not published	Varies
Amador Arts Wyman Dickerson Scholarships Amador County Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $5K Small grants that fund local youth pursuing any discipline of the arts in college. Amador Arts Council has offered scholarship funds for decades to support local, rural youth in their pursuit of higher education in the arts.	Not published	$5K
Nina Astin Winkler Charitable Trust Grant Winkler Nina Astin Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Nina Astin Winkler Charitable Trust, established in 1966, aims to support various charitable causes, primarily in Bryan, Texas.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Golden Foundation Residency Grant Sam & Adele Golden Foundation for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Golden Foundation Residency, offered by the Sam and Adele Golden Foundation for the Arts, aims to support professional artists over 25 who work with paint.	Not published	Varies
Huntington County Community Fdn.: General Grant Cycles ( Cycle I & Cycle II ) Huntington County Community Fdtn Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Huntington County Community Foundation offers two General Grant Cycles each year to support local charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life in Huntington.	Not published	Up to $100K
Partnership Grant Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K The Partnership Grant by the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs supports projects that enhance Iowa's arts and culture landscape.	Not published	$3K – $40K
CityBridge Laguna Honda Grant Program Laguna Honda Hospital Volunteers Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K	Not published	$30K
Asian Cultural Council: Graduate Fellowship Grant Asian Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K The Asian Cultural Council's Graduate Fellowship provides financial support for travel and living expenses to graduate students from Asia studying in the U.S. It offers $15,000 for one academic year, potentially renewable for another year…	Not published	$15K
EBSCO Sponsorships Grant EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies EBSCO Sponsorships provide funding for initiatives that enhance the arts, education, environment, and human services in Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Greater Glendive Community Foundation Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Glendive Community Foundation Grant aims to support projects that enhance the revitalization of downtown Glendive.	Not published	Varies
National Art Shop/Sanders Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $425 The National Art Shop/Sanders Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, awards two $425 scholarships to undergraduate students at Missouri State University-Springfield or Ozarks Technical Community College.	Not published	$425
Dance Residencies Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Artist residency program supporting choreographers and dance artists through sustained creative development and presentation opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants (General) JewishColumbus · Foundation Not published · $5K – $80K JewishColumbus funds grants in multiple categories through the Community Impact Committee (CIC). Grants are funded by endowments and special purpose funds held at the Columbus Jewish Foundation, a JewishColumbus partner.	Not published	$5K – $80K
Olive Smith Browning Charitable Trust Grant Browning Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Olive Smith Browning Charitable Trust, established in 1978, supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in various fields including arts, education, health, and religion.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Spokane Arts Grant Awards (SAGA) Spokane Arts Fund · Foundation Not published · $33K – $67K	Not published	$33K – $67K
Career Advancement Award Musical Fund Society Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An award recognizing important artistic leaders and emerging musicians for their current and future contributions to music. The Musical Fund Society of Philadelphia	Not published	Varies
Brown-Forman Grants Brown-Forman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brown-Forman Grants aim to enhance community vitality through strategic funding focused on arts, essential living standards, and responsible living.	Not published	Varies
Sustainable Arts Foundation: Residency Grant Sustainable Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: We will not be holding an open call this fall for 2024 residency grants._ The Sustainable Arts Foundation supports artists and writers with children.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Buhler Grant Hutchinson Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $5K The Fund for Buhler Grant, managed by the Buhler Community Foundation, aims to enhance community resilience through unrestricted grantmaking.	Not published	$300 – $5K

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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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