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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Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Cerro Gordo County…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

CF Lowcountry: Women in Philanthropy Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The CF…

US $5,000 - US $35,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFA: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $5,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Abilene offers community…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFB: Competitive Grants- Brevard Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Brevard Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 09, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grants program by the…

US $20,000 - US $100,000
COLLIER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Collier Community Foundation Amount: US $20,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The CFCC Program Grants, offered by the Collier…

Community Foundation of Central Illinois · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCI Community Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Illinois Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The CFCI Community Arts Grants provide…

US $500 - US $1,500
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL MO · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCM: Community Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Missouri Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL MO · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCM: Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Missouri Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central Missouri (CFCM) offers the…

Up to US $15,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCSRA: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for the…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant…

US $25,000 - US $50,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCW: Major Projects Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Amount: US $25,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: June 29, 2024 Summary The Community Foundation of Central…

Up to US $5,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCW: The Partner Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Central…

DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: While submissions are accepted at any time, grants are awarded quarterly. Grant proposals submitted after the quarterly due dates will be considered for the following quarter._ Grants…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFDC: Herington Community Legacy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Dickinson County Inc. Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Herington Community Legacy Grant, established…

US $1,500 - US $20,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFECFL Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $1,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: August 31, 2022 Summary The CFECFL…

More than US $500
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF FREDERICK · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFFC Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Frederick County Maryland Incorporated Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: June 17, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FLORIDA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Moving Forward, Better Together The Community Foundation seeks to fund a diverse range of nonprofit services benefitting communities and the environment throughout the Florida Keys. The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFFRV Discretionary Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The CFFRV…

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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