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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Up to US $5,000
THE ASHTABULA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AF: Grant $5,000 or Less Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashtabula Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2024 Summary The Ashtabula Foundation offers grants of $5,000 or less to…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Cinema Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The AFAC Cinema Grants support Arab filmmakers by…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Documentary Film Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The AFAC Documentary Film Grant…

Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Grant for Creative and Critical Writings Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The AFAC Grant for Creative and…

Up to US $35,000
Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Music Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The AFAC Music Grant Program, established by the Arab…

Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Performing Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The AFAC Performing Arts Grant Program…

Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: The Arab Documentary Photography Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: US $7,000 Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Arab Documentary Photography…

Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Training & Regional Events Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The AFAC Training & Regional Events grant,…

Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFAC: Visual Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arab Fund for Arts and Culture Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The AFAC Visual Arts Grant Program provides…

Andrew Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFF Junior Board Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andrew Family Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Andrew Family Foundation offers the AFF Junior Board Grants to support 501(c)(3)…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Affiliate Fund: Millennium Fund for Children Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: May 07, 2025 Summary The Millennium Fund for Children, a…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The African American Community Fund…

WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Community Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Summary The African American Community Fund…

HERITAGE FUND - THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Foundation of Bartholomew County Funder: Heritage Fund - The Community Foundation Fund Type: Field of Interest Fund Purpose: To enhance the quality of life for the African American…

Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Unity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The African American Unity Fund Grant, managed by…

Up to US $20,000
The African Arts Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

African Arts Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The African Arts Trust Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The African Arts Trust is a charitable organization dedicated…

BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

AfroPoP Rolling Call Overview: Ongoing rolling call for documentary and narrative features for AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange series. What They Fund: - Documentary films - Narrative feature…

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Film Society of Austin Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFS Grants Overview Funder: Film Society of Austin Inc Geographic Scope: Texas, with particular focus on Austin and North Texas regions Purpose: Support filmmakers in Texas at various stages of…

Up to US $10,000
Film Society of Austin Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFS Short Films Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin Film Society Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 28, 2025 Summary The AFS Short Films Grant, established by the Austin Film Society,…

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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