Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Hill Country Performing Arts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Hill Country Performing Arts Scholarship, funded by The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, supports graduating students pursuing higher education in performing arts.	Not published	$3K
Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Grants Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation offers annual grants to support community-driven initiatives focused on education, health, recreation, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
County Arts Development Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies County Arts Development Grants provide grants and technical assistance to county arts councils and Baltimore City to better serve artists, organizations, and audiences and to encourage local decision-making, arts activity, and funding for…	Not published	Varies
McKnight Artist & Culture Bearer Fellowship Grant Pillsbury House + Theatre · Foundation Not published · $25K The McKnight Artist & Culture Bearer Fellowship, supported by the McKnight Foundation, offers annual unrestricted cash awards to mid-career artists in Minnesota.	Not published	$25K
McMillen Artist Community Reverse Scholarship Program Grant The Robert B McMillen Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The McMillen Artist Community Reverse Scholarship Program supports visual artists in Washington State by offering competitive grants aimed at fostering artistic excellence and community engagement.	Not published	Up to $25K
Flexible Support Grant: Tier 3 Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Flexible Support Grant: Tier 3, offered by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council, provides up to $15,000 for arts organizations with an annual operating budget of $200,000 or more.	Not published	Up to $15K
Creative Catalyst Fund - General Operating Support Newark Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K Launched by Mayor Ras J. Baraka and the Division of Arts and Cultural Affairs in 2020, the Creative Catalyst Fund supports the local community of artists and cultural organizations.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Cullman Center Fellowship Grant The New York Public Library Astor Lenox and Tilden Foundations · Foundation Not published · $90K The Cullman Center Fellowship at The New York Public Library supports scholars and writers by providing access to extensive research collections.	Not published	$90K
Atwood Foundation Grant Atwood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Atwood Foundation Grant, established in 1962, supports Anchorage's youth and community through funding for non-profit projects in the fine arts, journalism, and history.	Not published	Varies
Downtown Arts & Culture Impact Grants Missoula Downtown Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ArtsWave Circle Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies A vital initiative strengthening the capacity and sustainability of arts organizations led by, or predominantly serving, Black Cincinnatians.	Not published	Varies
Greenhouse Creative Waco · Foundation Not published · Varies Six months of business training, mentoring, and potential funding to help artists grow sustainable ventures in the creative sector.	Not published	Varies
Southern Exposure's Alternative Exposure (AltEx) Grant Southern Exposure · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Southern Exposure's Alternative Exposure (AltEx) Grant supports independent and artist-centered projects in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Up to $5K
River Bluff Community Foundation Grant Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The River Bluff Community Foundation Grant supports nonprofits enhancing the quality of life in Clinton and Camanche.	Not published	$500 – $5K
BPMplus Fellowship Black Public Media Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Fellowship program for creative technologists and immersive media creators.	Not published	Varies
WRWF Pooled Fund Grant Wood River Women's Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The WRWF Pooled Fund Grant empowers local nonprofits in Blaine County by pooling resources to support impactful projects in areas such as Arts, Education, and Social Services.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Grants for the Arts City & County Of San Francisco · Foundation Not published · $10K – $450K The Grants for the Arts program provides significant financial support to arts and culture organizations in San Francisco, with grants ranging from $10,000 to $450,000 over two years.	Not published	$10K – $450K
UrbanGlass General Scholarships: IGNITE Scholarship Grant UrbanGlass · Foundation Not published · Varies The UrbanGlass IGNITE Scholarship offers aspiring glass artists the opportunity to explore their creative potential through a fully funded class.	Not published	Varies
Fayette County Community Foundation Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Fayette County Community Foundation, part of the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, is dedicated to enhancing the welfare of Fayette County residents.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Visual Arts Achievement Program (VAAP) Mobile Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Districts compete and single out winners to advance to the state level. Mobile Arts Council hosts District 1 competition.	Not published	Varies
Amy Clampitt Poet Residency Program Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K The Amy Clampitt Poet Residency Program, established by The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, offers a six-month residency for poets at Amy Clampitt's former home in Lenox, Massachusetts.	Not published	$4K
Rella Lossy Award Grant Theatre Bay Area · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Rella Lossy Award celebrates Rella Lossy’s legacy by recognizing outstanding new full-length plays from emerging playwrights.	Not published	$1K – $3K
FWAC: General Operating Support Grants The Five Wings Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Five Wings Art Council offers General Operating Support Grants to Minnesota non-profit arts organizations that have held their 501(c)(3) status for at least three years.	Not published	Varies
Rosalie Ou Out of the Ordinary Scholarship Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Presented to students who share Rosalie's passion for fashion and art. One of CBTF's five scholarships announced in May 2021.	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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