Grants for Arts

Last updated August 29, 2026

There are currently 4,915 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	The Spark Award for Oregon Artists Grant	James F & Marion L Miller Foundation	Rolling	$25K
Foundation	Community-Driven Design Grants Program	San Diego Tijuana World Design Capital	Rolling	$10K – $75K
Foundation	St. Johns Cultural Council: State of the Arts Grants	St. Johns Cultural Council	Rolling	$2K
Foundation	Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Chicago, IL Foundation	Tr Ua Fifth Third Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Marjorie Moore Charitable Foundation Grant	Marjorie Moore Charitable Fdn	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	GCF: “For the Good of Golden” Grants	Golden Civic Foundation Inc	Rolling	$500 – $5K
Foundation	CFFRV Discretionary Grantmaking Program	Community Foundation of the Fox	Rolling	$3K – $20K
Foundation	Mitsui U.S.A. Foundation Grant	The Mitsui Usa Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Emerging Digital Design Showcase Grant	United Institute for Theatre Technology Inc.	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Project Grant for Artists	Nevada Arts Council (NAC)	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Meshanko Memorial Scholarship Fund for CCAC Grant	The Pittsburgh Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Fine Arts Fund Grant	Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Albert E. and Myrtle Gunn York Trust Grant	York Albert E & Myrtle Gunn Trust	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	CBT: Arts and Culture Program - Community Grants (Formerly called Arts Funding to Communities )	Columbia Basin Trust	Rolling	Up to $3K
Foundation	Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant - Minnesota (Hennepin County)	The Nordson Corporation Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Greater Cedarburg Foundation Grant	Greater Cedarburg Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Equinox Foundation Grant	Innovia Foundation	Rolling	$5K – $30K
Foundation	Paul Green Foundation Grant	The Paul Green Foundation Inc	Rolling	$500 – $3K
State	CULTURE AND THE ARTS – Project Grants	Vermont Humanities	Rolling	Up to $500K
Foundation	Collections-Related Grants	Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	College Art Association (CAA) Member Support Grant	College Art Association	Rolling	Up to $250
Foundation	LA County Arts & Culture: Advancement Grant for School Districts	Los Angeles Arts Ed Collective	Rolling	Up to $25K
Foundation	Howard Gilman Foundation Grant - New Funding	The Howard Gilman Foundation Inc	Rolling	$10K – $30K
Foundation	Helen S. Boylan Foundation Grants	Helen S Boylan Foundation	Rolling	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.

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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