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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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,…

Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Catalyzing Impact Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: ArtsWave (Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts) Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Catalyzing Impact Grant…

$1,500 - $15,000
CatchLight · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CatchLight Impact Fund Overview: The Impact Fund provides additional financial resources for current cohort members and alumni of CatchLight Fellowships to cultivate audience engagement, test…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Catherine Pierce Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $3,400 Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Catherine Pierce Scholarship, established by…

THE CATHERINE VINCENT DEARDORF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Catherine Vincent Deardorf Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Catherine Vincent Deardorf Charitable Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Catherine Vincent Deardorf…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cato Excellence in Teaching Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts & Science Council Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Cato Excellence in Teaching Awards celebrate…

CAXTON CLUB · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Caxton Club Undergraduate Grant - Book Arts Project Funder: Caxton Club (Illinois, US) Focus: Supports undergraduate students with a project in book arts Geographic Scope: Midwest/National (recent…

CENTRAL NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cayuga Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central New York Community Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Cayuga Community Fund, established by…

SERIESFEST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Caz Matthews Fund Overview: Award supporting innovative and underrepresented voices in episodic storytelling, named in honor of Caz Matthews. Geographic Scope: Global Focus Areas: - Stories…

$167,500 annually (distributed among multiple arts organizations)
JUNEAU ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CBJ Major Grants For Artists Geographic Scope: Juneau, Alaska Funder: City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ), administered by Juneau Arts & Humanities Council (JAHC) Description: Annual grants distributed…

Columbia Basin Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Arts Evolution Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbia Basin Trust Amount: Up to C $15,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The CBT Arts and Culture Program,…

Columbia Basin Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Major Projects Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbia Basin Trust Amount: C $10,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The CBT Arts and Culture Program provides…

Columbia Basin Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Touring Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbia Basin Trust Amount: Up to C $5,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Touring…

Clifton Cultural Arts Center · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

CCAC Scholarship Program Overview: CCAC's scholarship program was designed to give everyone the opportunity to take classes at CCAC. Scholarships are offered each session, with funding based on…

THE COUNCIL FOR CANADIAN AMERICAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CCAR Grants Program Organization: The Council for Canadian American Relations Geographic Scope: Cross-border (Canada-US) Focus Areas: Arts and cultural organizations Overview: The Council for…

US $3,001 - US $10,000
COMMUNITY FDN OF GREATER DES MOINES · Rolling / Open Foundation

CCCF Standard Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Amount: US $3,001 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The CCCF Standard Grant, administered by…

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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