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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH CENTRAL MA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Community Enrichment Grant, offered by the Community…

OUTER BANKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Community Enrichment Grants Funder: Outer Banks Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Dare County and all Outer Banks communities, from Corolla to Ocracoke Island Focus Areas: - Arts & culture -…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _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! Once a request has…

MAMMOTH LAKES RECREATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Community First Arts Grants Funder: National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) American Rescue Plan (ARP) Grant to Local Arts Agencies, administered by Mammoth Lakes Recreation Funding Details - Total…

GRAND RAPIDS AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation, established in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR OAK PARK · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation for Oak Park Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Oak Park Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for Oak Park…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation For Perry County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for Perry…

Varies by grant; recent awards range from $1,300 to $50,000
WHITLEY COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Foundation Grants Overview: The Community Foundation of Whitley County awards grants to deserving nonprofits and community organizations throughout the year to enhance quality of life in…

KEOKUK AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Foundation of Des Moines County Grant Every year, the Community Foundation of Des Moines County distributes grants to area nonprofits.  Origin and Purpose The Grants and Due…

Community Foundation of Jackson County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Jackson County: Fall Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Jackson County Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Jackson County offers…

Lafayette Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Lafayette Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lafayette Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 01, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Lafayette…

Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Lyon County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of Lyon…

MONTANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Northern Rosebud County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF RANDOLPH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Randolph County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Randolph County Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Randolph County…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of the Virginias Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Virginias, Inc. Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of the Virginias, Inc.…

Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation of Van Buren County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation of Van…

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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