Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Intercultural Leadership Institute First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A program by First Peoples Fund focused on developing intercultural leadership among Native artists and culture bearers.	Not published	Varies
Caroline Peine Charitable Foundation Grant Manhattan Fund - Caroline F Peine Charitable · Foundation Not published · $25K The Caroline Peine Charitable Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Manhattan, Kansas, focusing on projects that benefit the KONZA Prairie and promote recreational development in Keats.	Not published	$25K
Van Evera Bailey Fellowship Grant Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO) · Foundation Not published · $50K The Van Evera Bailey Fellowship, awarded by the Architecture Foundation of Oregon (AFO), supports the professional development of design and building professionals.	Not published	$50K
Homer Foundation General Grant Program Homer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support non-profit organizations and community initiatives	Not published	Varies
Dance Advancement Fund (DAF) Dance Service New York City Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies DAF supports small-budget dance makers, catalyzing and supporting artistic development and to that end, contributes to the field's overall diversity, sustainability, and health.	Not published	Varies
Women’s Committee for the Arts Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to serve as the connection between our community and public education, evaluating needs and securing resources to enhance the quality of education.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley offers Community Grants to provide unrestricted General Operating Support (GOS) for nonprofits in Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster Counties.	Not published	Up to $5K
Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant Edith Pctaylor Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust Grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that serve the homeless in Morristown and Dover, New Jersey.	Not published	Varies
YouthReach Grant Mass Cultural Council · Foundation Not published · $15K Creative youth development (CYD) is an intentional practice that fosters active creative expression through the arts, humanities, and sciences, while developing core social, emotional, and life skills, for youth of all ages.	Not published	$15K
Arts and Cultural Heritage Grant Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s mission is to facilitate and encourage local arts development. This mission statement grows from a conviction that the arts improve the quality of life in the region.	Not published	Varies
Artist Open Studio Tour Grants Rhode Island State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $750 The Artist Open Studio Tour Grants provide funding to support marketing and administration for artist-initiated studio tours in Rhode Island.	Not published	$750
Catalyst Grants Amarillo Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catalyst Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations with funding for program growth, capacity building, and operational improvements.	Not published	Varies
First Bank Richmond Community Foundation Grant First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Bank Richmond Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in the communities served by First Bank Richmond.	Not published	Varies
Yawkey Foundation: Program and Small Capital Grants - Human Services Yawkey Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Yawkey Foundation offers Program and Small Capital Grants to nonprofit organizations making meaningful impacts in Health Care, Education, Human Services, Youth and Amateur Athletics, Arts and Culture, and Conservation and Wildlife.	Not published	Up to $100K
Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust B Grant Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. Charitable Trust B Grant supports charitable activities in the Greater Richmond, Virginia area, established in 1984 by Moses D. Nunnally, Jr. It focuses on arts, education, health, human services, and religion…	Not published	$5K – $75K
Allied Arts & Humanities Fund Grant – Operating Support Bartlesville Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Allied Arts & Humanities Fund Grant – Operating Support aims to enhance cultural organizations in the Bartlesville area by providing funding for arts and humanities programming.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant is committed to enhancing the lives of children and youth in Alviso through financial support for essential programs.	Not published	Varies
The Democracy Cycle Grant World Trade Center Performing Arts Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $60K The Democracy Cycle is a five-year initiative by the Perelman Performing Arts Center and Civis Foundation, aimed at commissioning 25 new works across various performing arts disciplines.	Not published	$60K
Southwest x Southwest Collaborative - Early Action Fund Cultureworks Greater Philadelphia · Foundation Rolling · Varies Funding opportunity with rolling deadline cycle.	Rolling	Varies
Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust Grant Franks L Wyenberg Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frank L. Weyenberg Charitable Trust provides grants to organizations engaged in charitable, educational, scientific, literary, and religious activities.	Not published	Varies
Gelvin Foundation Grant The Gelvin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gelvin Foundation, established by Lyle M. Gelvin, supports non-profit organizations primarily in Oklahoma, focusing on those within a 30-mile radius of Tulsa or Eufaula.	Not published	Varies
Arts Advocate Award Arts Council of Johnson County · Foundation Not published · Varies Introduced in 2023, The Arts Advocate Award honors individuals who have dedicated significant time, effort, and leadership that has positively impacted the creative economy and the arts in Johnson County.	Not published	Varies
Film Finishing Fund Women in Film · Foundation Not published · $25K The Film Finishing Fund provides cash grants and in-kind production services to complete films created by, for, or about women.	Not published	$25K
Beyond the Bell Program Silver State Scholarships · Foundation Not published · Varies Beyond the Bell Scholarships give Nevada children the chance to explore music, sports, arts, and more, ensuring every child can discover their passion.	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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