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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Culture Connects Cambridge Cambridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Arts and culture grant program supporting cultural partnerships and programming. Announced in October 2025.	Not published	Varies
Fondo de Recuperación de Arte y Cultura de Siracusa CNY Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A recovery fund for arts and culture in Syracuse. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and eligibility criteria were not provided in the available content.	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Jersey Coast Grants Impact 100 Jersey Coast · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Jersey Coast Grants provide a minimum of $100,000 each year to nonprofit organizations that serve the Monmouth and Ocean County areas.	Not published	$100K
Ryan Foundation Grants Thomas M Helen McKee & John P Ryan Fo · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ryan Foundation, established in 1983, aims to support charitable causes primarily in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, Texas. Grants range from $5,000 to $1,000,000, with a typical grant size around $30,000.	Not published	Varies
Student Grants Program Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Cultural Collaborations Excursion Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Cultural Collaborations Excursion Grants, offered by the Alaska State Council on the Arts, provide funding of up to $600 (or $1,000 for Title I schools) to support transportation and admission costs for students attending arts and…	Not published	Up to $1K
INSITE Fund RedLine · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 2008, and located in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, RedLine Contemporary Art Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting emerging artists and providing creative opportunities for local…	Not published	Varies
Arts Equity Grant Lexarts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies GRANTS and SERVICES TO PROMOTE EQUITY IN THE ARTS LexArts seeks partnerships with new and diverse artists and organizations. Funding is available for projects that engage diverse artists and audiences.	Not published	Varies
Kennedy Center Fellowship in Arts Management Program (KC FAM) John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kennedy Center Fellowship in Arts Management Program (KC FAM), in partnership with the Arts Management Program at American University, offers a merit-based 9-month award to the next generation of arts managers.	Not published	Varies
Incentive Prize for Art Critics Grant International Association of Art Critics – USA Section (AICA‑USA) · Foundation Not published · €250 - €1,000 The Incentive Prize for Art Critics, organized by the International Association of Art Critics – USA Section (AICA-USA), invites critics from various media to submit essays on the theme of re-thinking the Global South through art.	Not published	€250 - €1,000
Arts and Culture Fund Collington Episcopal Life Care Community Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support a broad range of artistic and cultural endeavors for Collington residents.	Not published	Varies
Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund Grant Hutchinson Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $8K The Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund Grant, managed by the Hutchinson Community Foundation, supports Reno County nonprofits focused on arts, education, and health. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entities.	Not published	$1K – $8K
BAEF Grant Program Burbank Arts and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burbank Arts & Education Foundation has a long history of supporting innovation and excellence in schools, with a particular emphasis on arts education, STEM programs, and meeting the needs of Burbank Unified School District students.	Not published	Varies
IMPACT 100 NWF Grants Impact 100 of Northwest Florida Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K IMPACT 100 of Northwest Florida offers grants to nonprofit organizations in Okaloosa and Walton Counties, aiming to fund high-impact projects that transform lives.	Not published	$100K
DUWI Fund Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Responds to area's not-for-profit organizations wishing to start new, innovative programs or expand current services	Not published	Varies
Programming Grants for Arts Organizations [formerly Presenter/Production Assistance Grants] Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Programming Grants for Arts Organizations, previously known as Presenter/Production Assistance Grants, provide funding to nonprofit organizations and artists in Southeastern Minnesota.	Not published	$5K
Fall Cycle: Bill and Jacquelyn Jordan Anderson Fund for Visual Arts Grant Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fall Cycle: Bill and Jacquelyn Jordan Anderson Fund for Visual Arts, managed by the Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, supports artistic initiatives in Effingham County.	Not published	Varies
Sandbox Fund Grant Sundance Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies Sundance Institute Documentary Film Program (DFP) The Sundance Institute Documentary Film Program (DFP) supports nonfiction filmmakers worldwide in the production of cinematic documentaries on contemporary themes.	Not published	Varies
CFGA: Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund Grant The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $8K The Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund, managed by the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, aims to bolster independent arts organizations with annual budgets under $2 million.	Not published	$5K – $8K
Apply for Program and Event Support The Rivercity Company · Foundation Rolling · Varies River City Company works to cultivate and advocate for a vibrant and healthy downtown by stimulating the community's economic, social and cultural growth.	Rolling	Varies
Emmett O'Ryan Award for Artistic Inspiration Artsmemphis · Foundation Not published · $10K The Emmett O'Ryan Award for Artistic Inspiration, known as "The Emmett," is an annual award given to an outstanding visual artist by Renasant Bank in partnership with ARTSmemphis.	Not published	$10K
Schumann Fund for New Jersey Field Trip Grant (Community Foundation of New Jersey) Community Foundation of New Jersey · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Thanks to a grant from the Schumann Fund for New Jersey, Field Trip New Jersey funding is available to all Essex County schools and other nonprofit organizations serving Essex County that are current grantees of the Schumann Fund.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Caxton Club MFA/Graduate Student Grant - Book Arts Project Caxton Club · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Minnesota State Arts Board - Grants for Organizations Arts Board - State · State Not published · Varies The Arts Board offers ongoing grant programs for arts producers, presenters, service organizations, and schools. Humanities, Arts, Culture, Humanities, Visual Arts, Arts Services, Performing Arts, Museums	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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