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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Chicago Dance Month Grant Illinois Arts Council Agency · Foundation Not published · $350 – $500 The Chicago Dance Month Grant, a flagship initiative by See Chicago Dance, offers performance and teaching opportunities for dance artists and organizations.	Not published	$350 – $500
Systems Change Granting Program Vancouver Foundation · Foundation Not published · $18.8M	Not published	$18.8M
UMEZ Cultural Aid Fund Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CSCF Fall Grant Cycle Cherokee Strip Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Community grants distributed to nonprofit organizations in the service area.	Not published	Varies
The Fund for the Arts Valencia College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund for the Arts supports Valencia College's educational programs in the fine, visual and performing arts.	Not published	Varies
Art Inspires Scholarship StriveTogether Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K Recognizes student artists for outstanding artwork reflecting StriveTogether's vision and core values, including educational equity.	Not published	$1K
AFAC: Music Grant Program Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The AFAC Music Grant Program, established by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture, supports music production, performances, and festivals across the Arab region.	Not published	Up to $35K
V4 Gen Mini-Grant International Visegrad Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The V4 Gen Mini-Grant aims to support cross-border mobility for youth aged 12 to 30, promoting democratic values, civic participation, and community engagement.	Not published	Varies
Community Arts Project Support (CAPS) Organizational Development Grant West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture, and History · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Arts Project Support (CAPS) Organizational Development Grant, offered by the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture, and History, provides up to $20,000 for public-facing arts projects across various artistic disciplines.	Not published	Up to $20K
Graphic Design Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Graphic Design Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree in Graphic Design. This scholarship emphasizes academic excellence and financial need, providing crucial assistance to incoming students.	Not published	Varies
Lattner Family Foundation Grants Lattner Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lattner Family Foundation, established in 2006 and located in Delray Beach, Florida, focuses on making impactful grants in areas such as arts, education, health, and social services.	Not published	Varies
France-Merrick Foundation Grant ( requests for over $50,000) France-Merrick Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K The France-Merrick Foundation Grant, focusing on Maryland's Greater Baltimore area, supports one-time, project-oriented requests exceeding $50,000.	Not published	$50K
Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation Grant The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the local community of southwest Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Barbara Morley Art Scholarships West Hartford Art League Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Scholarships available year-round on a rolling basis to expose more people in the community to art as a creative outlet.	Rolling	Varies
PCF Operating Grants Pinellas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Pinellas Community Foundation's PCF Operating Grants provide essential two-year funding to nonprofits, enabling them to address core operational costs such as staffing, infrastructure, and outreach.	Not published	Up to $25K
Maine Artist Fellowship- Fine Craft Grant Maine Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $5K The Maine Artist Fellowship for Fine Craft recognizes the artistic excellence of Maine artists through merit-based awards.	Not published	$5K
Small Arts & Culture Grants The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Please note that all applications will be automatically set with $5,000 as the amount requested._ Oregon Department of Justice charity data shows that the majority of registered arts and culture nonprofit organizations in Oregon have…	Not published	Varies
Puffin Foundation: Annual Artist Grant Program - Even Year Focus The Puffin Foundation Ltd · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Puffin Foundation's Annual Artist Grant Program focuses on supporting artists and organizations that are often marginalized. In even years, proposals are accepted in fine arts, music, and photography.	Not published	Up to $4K
Wherewithal Research Grant The Andy Warhol Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Wherewithal Research Grant, funded by the Andy Warhol Foundation, supports DC-area artists with $5,000 grants for ideation, research, and experimentation. Since 2019, it has aided 156 artists with a total of $400,000.	Not published	$5K
Humanities Tennessee General Grant Humanities Tennessee · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Humanities Tennessee will not conduct an annual General Grant round in 2025._ To foster community and civility in Tennessee through public programs that examine and reflect upon ideas, stories, history, arts, and culture.	Not published	Varies
MCF: Grants for Recreation, Arts, Festivals, Events, and Sponsorships Middletown Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Middletown Community Foundation offers grants for recreation, arts, festivals, events, and sponsorships to enhance community engagement.	Not published	Varies
Eddie C. and C Sylvia Brown Family Foundation Grant Baltimore Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Eddie C. and C Sylvia Brown Family Foundation Grant, established in 1994, aims to support charitable initiatives in health, the arts, and K-12 education, focusing on the African American community in Baltimore.	Not published	$5K
NKY Funders' Grants Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky · Foundation Not published · $110K An ongoing collaborative program that convenes multiple foundations and funders around mini-grant competitions for nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky (Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties). Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky	Not published	$110K
F. D. Rich Foundation Grants Rich Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The F. D. Rich Foundation Grants support charitable organizations in lower Fairfield County, Connecticut, focusing on arts, education, healthcare, and social services.	Not published	Varies

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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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