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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North Gallery Proposals Mesa Arts Center Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Community gallery that showcases the work of Arizona artists or artists with a significant presence in the state.	Not published	Varies
Kelley Hritz Memorial Arts Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies · Foundation Not published · $1K The Kelley Hritz Memorial Arts Scholarship, established in memory of Kelley Hritz, supports high school seniors from Elk, McKean, and Cameron Counties, as well as Chestnut Ridge High School, pursuing post-secondary education in an…	Not published	$1K
Arts Leadership Residency Assembly for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SVCreates: ArtsEdConnect - Arts Experiences & Materials Grant Silicon Valley Creates · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 ArtsEdConnect is a vital marketplace that connects Silicon Valley teachers with local arts education opportunities.	Not published	Up to $500
Allied Arts and Humanities Grant – Program Support Bartlesville Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750 – $2K The Allied Arts and Humanities Grant, provided by the Bartlesville Community Foundation, aims to bolster cultural organizations in the greater Bartlesville area.	Not published	$750 – $2K
Annual Meeting Travel Fund - Student Awards Grant Society for Ethnomusicology · Foundation Not published · $800 The Society for Ethnomusicology offers the Annual Meeting Travel Fund - Student Awards to support students presenting at its annual meeting.	Not published	$800
Forest County Unrestricted Endowment, Founded by Bill & Judy McDaid Grant Bridge Builders Community Foundations FKA Venango Area Comm Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Forest County Unrestricted Endowment, founded by Bill and Judy McDaid, supports community-driven initiatives in Forest County.	Not published	Varies
Anne Brossman Sweigart Charitable Foundation Grant Anne B Sweigart Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Anne Brossman Sweigart Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on supporting local nonprofits in the Greater Denver and Ephrata areas.	Not published	Up to $30K
Sioux County Community Foundation Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $15K The Sioux County Community Foundation Grant aims to address emerging needs in Sioux County through charitable support for nonprofit organizations and local government units.	Not published	$250 – $15K
Chicago Commitment: Culture, Equity, and the Arts Grant John D and Catherine T Macarthur Foundation · Foundation Not published · $55K – $80K The Chicago Commitment: Culture, Equity, and the Arts Grant aims to foster racial equity and inclusivity in Chicago by investing in diverse organizations that utilize arts and culture as a means of community engagement.	Not published	$55K – $80K
RFA- Public Art Building Communities (PABC) Grant DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Public Art Building Communities (PABC) grant program, offered by the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities, aims to support artists and organizations in creating new public art installations.	Not published	Up to $150K
Harry C. Moore Memorial Scholarship In The Arts Lyford Cay Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K	Not published	Up to $15K
RFP: Arts & Culture for Community Wealth – Collective Power Grant The Chicago Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts & Culture for Community Wealth grant by The Chicago Community Trust aims to harness the collective power of community engagement to drive economic growth.	Not published	Varies
Flourish Fund Grant CultureSource · Foundation Not published · $10K The Flourish Fund Grant, offered by CultureSource, supports innovative and experimental artist-led projects in Southeast Michigan.	Not published	$10K
AFAC: Grant for Creative and Critical Writings Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The AFAC Grant for Creative and Critical Writings supports artists and writers from Arab countries in producing critical writing, children's literature, graphic novels, and poetry, with grants up to $20,000 for individuals and $35,000 for…	Not published	Up to $35K
Nexus Grant City Of Austin · State Not published · $5K The Nexus Grant, administered by the City of Austin's Cultural Arts Division, offers $5,000 to support local artists, cultural groups, and small organizations.	Not published	$5K
John Ben Snow Memorial Trust Grant John Ben Snow Memorial Tr Uw · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The John Ben Snow Memorial Trust Grant supports educational programs and initiatives that assist individuals demonstrating financial need.	Not published	$5K – $20K
General Field Trip NJ Fund (Community Foundation of New Jersey) Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K This fund supports trips to arts and cultural organizations, historical landmarks, nature preserves, science institutions, and college tours, helping students in underserved communities connect classroom learning with real-life…	Rolling	Up to $1K
Salem Community Foundation Grants Salem Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Salem Community Foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in the Salem area that address community needs in arts, health, and education.	Not published	Varies
Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $100K The Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants support innovative projects that enhance the quality of life in the greater Wausau area and Marathon County.	Not published	$1K – $100K
Jay and Deborah Last Fellowships Grant American Antiquarian Society · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Jay and Deborah Last Fellowships, offered by the American Antiquarian Society, support research in American art and visual culture that utilizes graphic materials as primary sources.	Not published	Up to $2K
AFAC: Visual Arts Grant Program Arab Fund for Arts and Culture · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The AFAC Visual Arts Grant Program provides financial support for the production and exhibition of various visual art forms, including painting, sculpture, photography, and multimedia works.	Not published	Up to $35K
Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy (CDP) Grant La Roche, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy (CDP) focuses on impactful projects that foster sustainable development, engage employees, and leverage Roche's expertise.	Not published	Varies
City of Berkeley: Community Festivals Grant City of Berkeley · State Not published · Up to $7K The City of Berkeley's Community Festivals Grant supports diverse cultural events that engage the community and enhance Berkeley's reputation as a vibrant destination.	Not published	Up to $7K

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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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