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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US $250 - US $2,000
Central Louisiana Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CLCF Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Louisiana Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The CLCF Opportunity Grant supports eligible…

CLEON W MAULDIN FND TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Cleon W. Mauldin Foundation…

ASSEMBLY FOR THE ARTS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cleveland Arts Prize Geographic Scope: Northeast Ohio Award Categories: - Discipline Prizes: Emerging Artist and Mid-Career Artist awards ($10,000 each) - Special Prizes: Robert P. Bergman Prize,…

THE CLEVELAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cleveland Foundation: Equity in the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Cleveland Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Cleveland Foundation's…

Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation, established in…

CLOQUET EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · September 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Cloquet Educational Foundation Grant Program Overview: Grant funding distributed to educational initiatives that serve Cloquet Public School students. Geographic Scope: Cloquet Public Schools (ISD…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Closing the Opportunity Gap Funder: Community Foundation of South Alabama Geographic Scope: Eight-county footprint in Southwest Alabama Focus Areas: Programs that narrow the opportunity gap among…

Clovis Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clovis Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clovis Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Clovis Community Foundation provides grants…

The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clowes Fund: New England - Massachusetts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clowes Fund Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Clowes Fund focuses on supporting…

NEWTON CLYDE F CHARITABLE TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clyde F. Newton Charitable Trust Two Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clyde F Newton Charitable Trust Amount: US $4,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Clyde F. Newton Charitable…

US $7,500 - US $20,000
CHAMBER MUSIC AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMA Artistic Projects Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chamber Music America Amount: US $7,500 - US $20,000 Last Updated: August 26, 2025 Summary Chamber Music America’s Artistic Projects grant supports…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMAB Artist in Residence Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The CMAB Artist in Residence Grant offers up to $3,500…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMAB Community Arts Support Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: US $3,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 18, 2025 Summary The CMAB Community Arts Support…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMAB Public Art Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The CMAB Public Art Grant Program supports the creation of impactful public art…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMAB Student Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The CMAB Student Arts Scholarship, established by the…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA ARTS BOARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMAB/McKnight Individual Artist Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Minnesota Arts Board Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The CMAB/McKnight Individual Artist…

CENTRAL MONTCALM COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

CMCF: Community Outreach Endowments Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Montcalm Community Foundation Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Central Montcalm Community Foundation aims to…

CNL CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CNL Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cnl Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The CNL Charitable Foundation Grants, initiated by CNL Financial Group…

CNY Arts Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

CNY Arts Impact Fund Geographic Scope: Central New York (CNY) region An impact fund supporting arts organizations. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and eligibility criteria were not…

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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