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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Indigenous Priorities Granting Program (IPGP) Vancouver Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K	Not published	Up to $50K
Arts in Alternative Education Grants Arts Council Grants · State Not published · Varies Arts education grants for alternative education settings with rolling deadlines.	Not published	Varies
South Arts Presentation Grants South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This grant program is currently on pause.	Not published	Varies
Arts in Schools Grants City of Tempe · State Not published · Up to $1K The Arts in Schools Grants provided by the City of Tempe support Visual and Performing Arts teachers aiming to enhance fine arts education in local schools.	Not published	Up to $1K
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center University of Maryland, College Park · State Not published · Varies The Clarice is a performing arts complex on the campus of the University of Maryland College Park.	Not published	Varies
Joan Sargen Avila Beach Communities Enrichment Fund Avila Beach Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies This fund supports projects or programs that enrich the social, ecological, or artistic fabric of the greater Avila Beach communities. Projects that enrich the social, ecological, or artistic fabric of greater Avila Beach communities	Rolling	Varies
Culture & Arts: Creative Capacity Grants Program Kosasa Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kosasa Foundation's Creative Capacity Grants Program aims to enhance cultural authenticity and support artistic growth in Hawai'i.	Not published	Varies
Arts & Culture- Production Costs Grants - Artist Grants City of San Antonio · State Not published · $8K – $15K The Production Costs Grants for Performing Artists, offered by the City of San Antonio, aim to support local performing arts organizations and professional artists.	Not published	$8K – $15K
McKnight Fellowships for Book Artists Grant Minnesota Center For Book Arts · Foundation Not published · $27K The McKnight Fellowships for Book Artists, administered by the Minnesota Center for Book Arts, offers significant support for talented, mid-career book artists in Minnesota.	Not published	$27K
Delores McClure Memorial Art Scholarship Cherokee Strip Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ECCF: Community Grants Erie County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Erie County Community Foundation offers Community Grants aimed at addressing diverse needs in Erie County, including arts, education, and health. The foundation emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring all community members can thrive.	Not published	Varies
ComEd Powering the Arts Program Grant League Of Chicago Theatres · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The League of Chicago Theatres was founded in 1979 by a small group of theaters formerly known as the Off Loop Producers Association.	Not published	Up to $20K
Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation: Grant for Arts Max and Marian Farash Charitable · Foundation Not published · $4K – $48K The Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation offers grants to small and mid-size creative arts organizations in Monroe and Ontario Counties, NY.	Not published	$4K – $48K
OAC Community Arts Experience Grants Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The OAC Community Arts Experience Grants, offered by the Oklahoma Arts Council, support community vitality through funding for arts-based projects such as festivals and exhibitions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Rural Murals Grant Program Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Rural Murals Grant Program, funded by the Kansas Department of Commerce, aims to revitalize vacant spaces in rural communities of 15,000 or fewer residents through public art projects.	Not published	Up to $8K
McKnight Artist Fellowships for Writers Grant The Loft · Foundation Not published · $25K The McKnight Artist Fellowships for Writers supports mid-career Minnesota writers with five annual $25,000 awards.	Not published	$25K
Marathon County: Community Arts Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Community Arts Grants program, funded by the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Arts Board, promotes artistic collaboration in Marathon County.	Not published	Up to $5K
Community Event Sponsorships Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Varies _We review and decline / award sponsorship requests on a first come, first serve basis beginning each fiscal year start of April 1, so the earlier you apply, the better!	Not published	Varies
OAC Capitol Art Field Trip Grants Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The OAC Capitol Art Field Trip Grants provide an exceptional opportunity for Oklahoma school children, particularly those from rural and under-resourced communities, to experience the state's rich history and art at the Oklahoma State…	Not published	Up to $1K
Keystone Savings Foundation Grant - Requests Under $25,000 Keystone Savings Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Keystone Savings Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Lehigh Valley, focusing on education, health services, arts, community development, and economic growth.	Not published	Up to $25K
Brown County Community Fdn. Competitive Grants Brown County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The BCCF Grants, offered by the Brown County Community Foundation, aim to enhance the well-being of Brown County residents by supporting charitable organizations across various sectors, including education, health, and the arts.	Not published	Varies
Zeitgeist Minnesota Film Festival - Best Documentary Feature Award Zeitgeist Center for Arts · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
Jay Cash Scholarship Fund Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 In 1943, during the darkness of World War II, a group of passionate citizens, led by Columbus businessman Harrison M. Sayre, envisioned a way to improve the well-being of the community and the quality of life in central Ohio.	Not published	$500
Arts in Alternative Education Community Partnership Grant Oklahoma Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Arts in Alternative Education Community Partnership Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Oklahoma to enhance arts education for students in alternative education settings.	Not published	Up to $30K

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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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