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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THE CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CCF: Arts and Culture Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The CCF: Arts and Culture Grants aim to enhance access to creative arts…

Up to US $600
Center for Cultural Innovation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CCI Quick Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Center For Cultural Innovation Amount: Up to US $600 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The CCI Quick Grant program offers financial support to artists…

US $1,000 - US $3,000
Oregon Cultural Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

CCWC Cultural Coalition Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Cultural Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: April 19, 2025 Summary The CCWC Cultural Coalition Grant supports nonprofit…

CEDARBURG EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cedarburg Education Foundation Grant Program Geographic Scope: Cedarburg School District (CSD), Wisconsin Eligibility Criteria: Consideration will be given to projects meeting the following criteria:…

CAPE ELIZABETH EDUCATION FOUNDATION · April 29, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

CEEF Grant Program Funder: Cape Elizabeth Education Foundation (CEEF) Geographic Scope: Cape Elizabeth, Maine, USA Website: ceef.us Contact: grants@ceef.us or 207.767.2333 Address: 545 Shore Road,…

CENTENNIAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CEF Mini-Grant Funder: Centennial Education Foundation (PA, US) Geographic Scope: Centennial School District, Warminster, PA area Focus Areas: - Educational programs that take students from…

U.S. Mission to Malaysia · May 30, 2026 Federal

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary in Sabah The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals to celebrate America's 250th anniversary (Freedom250) in the state of Sabah,…

THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Center for Architecture Lab Sponsor: Center for Architecture Purpose: An open call inviting two lab residents (individuals or organizations) to participate in an exhibition at the Center for…

AMADOR COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Center for Cultural Innovation - Quick Grant Program Administrator: Center for Cultural Innovation (CCI) Purpose: Provides reimbursement funds to California artists, creatives, cultural…

US $2,000 - US $5,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Berkshire Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Central Berkshire Fund Grant,…

US $35,000 - US $200,000
THE MIAMI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Dade Arts Alliance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Miami Foundation Amount: US $35,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Central Dade Arts Alliance Grant, under The…

Suomen Kulttuurirahasto / The Finnish Cultural Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Fund - October Round of Applications Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Suomen Kulttuurirahasto / The Finnish Cultural Foundation Amount: Up to €100,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2024 Summary The…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Minnesota Arts Board- Arts Access Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 06, 2025 Summary The Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB)…

US $5,000 - US $7,500
COMMUNITYGIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Central Minnesota Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $5,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary The Central Minnesota Arts Grant supports small to…

CRAFT EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CERF: Artist Get Ready Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Craft Emergency Relief Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The CERF: Artist Get Ready Grant offers up to $1,000…

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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