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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CITY OF MUSKOGEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Muskogee Foundation Summer Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Muskogee Foundation Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The City of Muskogee Foundation offers summer grants aimed at…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund Geographic Scope: Syracuse, NY A recovery fund for arts and culture organizations in Syracuse. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and…

ARTS ILLIANA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

City of Terre Haute Arts Project Grant Geographic Scope: Terre Haute city limits, Indiana Funder: Office of the Mayor, City of Terre Haute Program Status: The 2023-24 program cycle is referenced;…

GREATER WORCESTER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Worcester Cultural Festival Grant Program Funder: Greater Worcester Community Foundation Geographic Scope: City of Worcester, MA Status: Active grant program listed on foundation website…

Houston Arts Alliance · April 21, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

City's Initiative (CI) Funder: Houston Arts Alliance (HAA), administered through City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) Geographic Scope: City of Houston, TX Funding Source: Hotel…

LAGUNA HONDA HOSPITAL VOLUNTEERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CityBridge Laguna Honda Grant Program Mission: Lift the spirits, engage the minds, and enrich the lives of the San Francisco Bay Area's vulnerable elderly and adults with disabilities. Award Amount:…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
HELEN M CLABOUGH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clabough Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Helen M Clabough Charitable Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Clabough Foundation Grant supports…

Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Claims Conference: Film Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany Amount: Up to US $85,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2024 Summary The Claims Conference offers…

MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Every applicant is required to contact our program officer before_ _submitting an application._ Clare County Community Foundation Grants The Clare County Community Foundation (CCCF)…

MIDLAND AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clare County Youth Action Council Grants (ClareYAC) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Clare County Youth Action Council Grants,…

Claremont Savings Bank Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Claremont Savings Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Claremont Savings Bank Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Claremont Savings Bank Foundation Grant…

CHAMBER MUSIC AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Chamber Music America’s Classical Commissioning Program provides grants to professional U.S.-based presenters and ensembles whose programming includes Western European and/or non-Western…

Kent Schools Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Classroom Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kent Schools Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Classroom Enrichment Grant, offered by the Kent Schools…

Up to $230,000+ (300+ grants awarded annually)
Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Geographic Scope: Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD), Berkeley, CA Program Status: Active and ongoing since 1984 Overview: Classroom Grants have been a staple of Berkeley public…

Zionsville Education Foundation Inc · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: Classroom Grants support academic excellence and innovation, community and school partnerships, and matching funds for external grants. These grants are awarded in the fall…

DANVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Overview: The Danville Public School Foundation provides classroom grants to enhance current curriculum and provide additional resources for rigorous and fun educational experiences…

ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Grants Geographic Scope: Elkhorn Public Schools District, Nebraska (19 schools) Focus Areas: Educational enrichment for K-12 students across all grade levels. Examples include science and…

Varies (examples range from $94 to $2,800)
ASHLAND SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Classroom Impact Grants Overview: ASF awards grants to support creative, hands-on classroom projects and materials that directly benefit students in Ashland Schools. Geographic Scope: Ashland School…

Oregon Cultural Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clatsop County Cultural Coalition Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Cultural Trust Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Clatsop County Cultural Coalition Grant,…

Up to $2,000 (50% cash match required)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · March 20, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Clayton County Foundation for the Future Grants Geographic Scope: Clayton County, Iowa Award Amount: Maximum $2,000 per grant (50% cash match required) Recurrence: Annual Purpose: Support for…

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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