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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE NORTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview What We Do The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources. We are a nonprofit, public charity serving…

Up to $19,000
BALTIMORE OFFICE OF PROMOTION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Grant Overview: Supports community-artist collaborative design and implementation of new, exterior wall mural projects in underserved communities of Baltimore City. Geographic Scope:…

RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY & ARTS · June 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Grant Program Funder: Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation (RCCAAF) Program Description: Grant program designed to assist community-based organizations, local schools, and…

Culture & Arts Grants · October 30, 2026 State

Funding for organizations supporting programs and projects that advance the arts, culture, and the humanities in the lives of the people of Hawaiʻi. Intent to Apply opens August 1, 2026. Project…

$500 - $5,000
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF THE SOUTHERN FINGER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Grants Overview: Supports the activities of artists, arts groups, and community organizations in service to local residents. Geographic Scope: Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Tioga…

Up to US $5,000
OSHKOSH AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The Community Arts Grants, funded by the Oshkosh Area…

Tier I: up to $100,000 annual budget; Tier II: $100,000-$750,000 annual budget; Tier III: over $750,000 annual budget; Founding Grants: up to $2,500 per year
ARTS COUNCIL OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Grants Funder: Arts Council of Anne Arundel County (ACAAC) Geographic Scope: Anne Arundel County, Maryland Project Period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 Overview The FY27 Community Arts…

ARTS COUNCIL FOR MONTEREY COUNTY · Closed · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Arts Grants Overview: Arts4MC offers Community Arts Grants of up to $7,500 annually to nonprofit organizations to bring public arts and culture programs to life, whether launching new…

$1,000 - $1,800
Mobile Arts Council Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Grants Funder: Mobile Arts Council (MAC) Geographic Scope: Mobile area, Alabama Award Amount: Multiple stipends of $1,000-$1,800 (varies by year; 2019 offered four $1,000 stipends;…

Arts Council of New Orleans · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Arts Grants Funder: Arts Council of New Orleans Geographic Scope: New Orleans, Louisiana Status: Active program listed on Arts New Orleans website Overview: Arts New Orleans offers…

DUBLIN ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Grants 2026 Status: Application form is currently closed Geographic Scope: Dublin, Ohio area Funder: Dublin Arts Council Contact Information: - Email: dempsey@dublinarts.org - Phone:…

DELAWARE VALLEY ARTS ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Mini Grants Administrator: Delaware Valley Arts Alliance Geographic Scope: Sullivan County, NY Eligibility: Artists, writers, and arts/cultural non-profits active in Sullivan County…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE ZELLERBACH FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Arts Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Zellerbach Family Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Community Arts Program supports vibrant…

LANE ARTS COUNCIL · Closed · Annual Foundation

Community Arts Project Grant Funder: City of Eugene Cultural Services Division, administered by Lane Arts Council Geographic Scope: Eugene, Oregon Purpose: Funds specific projects and initiatives…

CLARKSBURG-HARRISON CULTURAL FOUNDATION · May 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Arts Project Grants Funder: The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County, WV Purpose: The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County is funding Community Arts Project Grants to initiate or…

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF BEAUMONT INC · October 3, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Assistance Fund (CAF) Grant Funder: Junior League of Beaumont Inc Overview: The Community Assistance Fund is designed to respond to the short-term needs of non-profit agencies. Twice a…

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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