Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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SCF Community Grants Shenandoah Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $10K The SCF Community Grants support initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Shenandoah County, Virginia.	Not published	$250 – $10K
Entergy’s Open Grants Program - Mississippi Entergy Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Entergy’s Open Grants Program in Mississippi aims to enhance community well-being through support for arts, education, poverty solutions, and health initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Prebys Sparx Challenge The Conrad Prebys Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A growing number of healthcare providers, researchers, and community advocates recognize the importance of not only treating illness but also promoting mental and behavioral well-being through non-clinical experiences in the arts, culture…	Not published	Varies
Montgomery Family Fund Grant Shiawassee Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montgomery Family Fund Grant, honoring the legacy of biology teacher Allen Montgomery, supports initiatives in conservation, recreation, the arts, and assistance for individuals with special needs in Shiawassee County.	Not published	Varies
Texas Medal of Arts Original Artwork Commission Texas Cultural Trust Council · Foundation Not published · $5K The Texas Cultural Trust invites artists and creative teams to submit qualifications for a biennial commission to develop a new Texas Medal of Arts.	Not published	$5K
Impact100 Milwaukee Grant IMPACT100 Greater Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Greater Milwaukee is a women's organization dedicated to awarding transformative grants that significantly enhance the community.	Not published	$100K
Arts and Humanities Education Project Grant Program (AHEP) DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Arts and Humanities Education Project Grant Program (AHEP) supports non-profit organizations in the District of Columbia to enhance student engagement in arts and humanities.	Not published	Up to $30K
Arts Education and Public Engagement Grants (For organizations or projects with budgets up to $50,000) Onion Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $23K The Arts Education and Public Engagement Grants by The Onion Foundation support organizations in Maine with budgets up to $50,000.	Not published	Up to $23K
Gilbert and Thyra Plass Charitable Trust Grant The Gilbert & Thyra Plass · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Gilbert and Thyra Plass Charitable Trust aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Brazos County, Texas, by supporting diverse charitable initiatives.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Fund for Ravenswood Grant Program Parkersburg Area Community Foundation Inc (Previously Pacf Inc) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund for Ravenswood Grant Program, managed by the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation, offers competitive grants twice a year to support projects in various fields, including Arts, Education, and Community Development.	Not published	Varies
Williamsport Lycoming Competitive Grant Cycle First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Up to $110K The Williamsport Lycoming Competitive Grant Cycle provides funding for qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving Williamsport and Lycoming County.	Not published	Up to $110K
Leeway x Fleisher Visual Artist Residency Grant Leeway Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Leeway x Fleisher Visual Artist Residency supports women and trans artists by offering a unique opportunity to create art for social change from January to December 2026.	Not published	$3K
Wilhelm Family Foundation Grants The Wilhelm Family Foundation Co Cascade Wilhelm · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to help expand artists’ access to resources by supporting organizations working to make creative expression, experimentation, public programming, and discourse accessible to all people, artists and non-artists alike.	Not published	Varies
Cultural Collaborations Excursion Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · State Not published · $60K – $100K Awards to support transportation and admission costs incurred in attending arts and cultural events for K-12 students. Rolling deadline at least 30 days prior to planned activity.	Not published	$60K – $100K
Davis Family Foundation Grants Davis Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Davis Family Foundation, established in Maine, focuses on granting support to educational, medical, and cultural/arts organizations.	Not published	Varies
Support for Organizations Grant Houston Arts Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Support for Organizations Grant by Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) aims to empower 501(c)(3) nonprofit and fiscally sponsored arts and cultural organizations.	Not published	Up to $1M
Tucker Foundation Grant Program Tucker Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tucker Foundation Grant Program aims to support nonprofit organizations that foster character development in youth and conserve the environment.	Not published	Varies
Culture and the Arts – Artists in Schools Vermont Arts Council · State Not published · Up to $400K Supports quality, multiday arts experiences in schools with Vermont teaching artists in residence and encourage collaborations between schools, youth, artists, and arts organizations.	Not published	Up to $400K
Cleveland Arts Prize Assembly for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
Express Grants (South Arts) The Arts Council Inc · Foundation Ongoing · Up to $3K Expedited grants supporting the presentation of touring artists.	Ongoing	Up to $3K
Leveraging a Network for Equity (LANE) National Performance Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies NPN recognizes that there are significant racial and geographic barriers to the organizational health of many Partners.	Not published	Varies
Hannibal Cox, Jr. (HCJ) Cultural Grants Program Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Hannibal Cox, Jr. Cultural Grants Program offers funding and technical assistance to mid-sized arts, scientific, and historical organizations in Miami-Dade County.	Not published	Up to $40K
ALA Foundation Veterans Creative Arts Festival American Legion Auxiliary Unit 270 Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant opportunity offered by the ALA Foundation supporting the Veterans Creative Arts Festival program.	Not published	Varies
Visual Arts Fellowships Grant Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Visual Arts Fellowships offered by the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown provide emerging artists with a unique seven-month residency program.	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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