Last updated June 17, 2026
There are currently 4,960 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Community Grants Program Overview: Spur Community Foundation's Community Grants support organizations that enrich the quality of life in the Wood River Valley. These grants support a wide range of…
Community Grants Status: Grant cycle currently closed; next cycle opening information available Geographic Scope: San Miguel and Mora Counties, New Mexico Eligibility: - Organizations located in or…
Community Grants Funder: Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation (BEMC) Program Status: Active and accepting applications annually Geographic Scope: Brunswick and Columbus counties, North Carolina…
Community Grants Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads, Virginia Purpose: Competitive grants focused on long-term positive community impact Focus Areas: Community Grants focus on 6 areas: - Cultural…
Capital Grant Overview: One-time investment in the growth or expansion of a partner organization to meet a specific need. Supports construction, renovation, land purchase, or other capital projects…
Catalyst Grant Overview: Supports new nonprofits with organizational development or the building out of a specific program. Catalyst Grants also support existing nonprofit organizations to launch new…
Partnership Grant Overview: Support for projects, services, and capital requests with well-established partners. A direct relationship with the organization allows for a sustained funding…
Community Grants (CG) Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs Amount: US $7,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Community Grants (CG)…
Community Grants Program Funder: Manatee Community Foundation Program Type: Competitive grant process for local nonprofits Geographic Scope: Manatee County, Florida Focus Areas: - Human services -…
Community Grants Overview Program Type: General grantmaking for nonprofit organizations and community projects in Fayette County Geographic Scope: Fayette County, Indiana Current Funding Focus Areas:…
Armstrong County Community Foundation Grants Geographic Scope: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania Funding Priorities: The Foundation makes grants in the following areas: Arts & Culture Includes the…
Community Grants Overview: JewishColumbus funds grants in multiple categories through the Community Impact Committee (CIC). Grants are funded by endowments and special purpose funds held at the…
Community Grants Overview: Grants for local nonprofit organizations, considered by the Community Impact Committee (CIC). These grants fund new programs and those funded by designated resources. Focus…
Community Grants Purpose: Award grants to nonprofit organizations serving Benton County to support community development and services. Geographic Scope: Benton County, Oregon Eligible Applicants: -…
Community Grants 2026 Overview: The Putnam Arts Council offers community grants for 2026 to support arts projects and cultural initiatives in Putnam County. Geographic Scope: Putnam County, New York…
Community Grants Cycle Geographic Scope: Bainbridge Island, Washington Overview: The Community Grants Cycle (CGC) is an annual opportunity for island residents to support causes that matter most to…
Community Grants for Cultural Vitality Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Last Updated: April 29, 2023 Summary The Community Grants for Cultural Vitality initiative by the…
Community Grants Program Geographic Scope: South Berrien and Cass Counties, Michigan Overview: The Michigan Gateway Community Foundation awards competitive grants to nonprofit organizations and…
Community Grants Program Overview: The Telluride Foundation's Community Grants program is one of its fundamental programs, supporting the vibrancy of the community as well as core safety net…
Community Grants Program Geographic Scope: Hastings, Nebraska area Overview: The Hastings Community Foundation's Community Grants program awards funding to local nonprofits for a variety of purposes.…
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.
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.
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.