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.

5,129 grants
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US $500 - US $1,000
Film Society of Austin Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFS Travel Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin Film Society Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary The AFS Travel Grant, offered by the Austin Film Society, supports…

Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

AGRI County Fair Grants (MN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: Up to US $10,800 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The AGRI County Fair Grants in Minnesota…

Up to US $15,000
Alabama Humanities Alliance · Rolling / Open Foundation

AHA Media Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Humanities Alliance Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The AHA Media Grant supports nonprofit community organizations in…

US $10,000 - US $100,000
ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF MONTGOMER · Rolling / Open Foundation

AHCMC: Advancement Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County Amount: US $10,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Advancement Grants,…

ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF MONTGOMER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview General Operating Support I General Operating Support I Grants (GOS I), formerly known as General Operating Support Grants for Mid-size Arts and Humanities Organizations, are available to…

ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF MONTGOMER · Rolling / Open Foundation

AHCMC: Programming & Capacity Building Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 01, 2026 Summary…

ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF MONTGOMER · Rolling / Open Foundation

AHCMC: Wheaton Cultural Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Wheaton…

AHEARN FOUNDATION (PFD) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ahearn Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ahearn Foundation 615462017 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Ahearn Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in…

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ahmad Lee Art Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: North Central High School, Washington Township Schools, Indiana Background: This scholarship honors Ahmad Lee, a 2012 North Central High School…

THE AHMANSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ahmanson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ahmanson Foundation Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Ahmanson Foundation Grant supports cultural projects in Los Angeles County,…

Up to US $2,500
City of Aurora, Colorado · Rolling / Open Foundation

AHMHS Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Aurora, Colorado Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: May 20, 2025 Summary The AHMHS Community Grant offers financial support for projects…

AIA ARIZONA The American Institute of Architects · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIA COTE Top Ten Award Overview: The AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE) Top Ten Award recognizes and celebrates architectural projects that demonstrate exceptional design excellence integrated…

THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIANY Design Awards Purpose: Recognizing outstanding architectural design by AIA New York members, New York City-based architects in any location, and work in the city by architects around the globe.…

THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIANY Interiors Residential Review Purpose: Showcasing the best work in residential interiors projects by New York City architects. Geographic Scope: New York City Eligibility: NYC architects with…

THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIANY Interiors Speed Presentations Purpose: The AIANY Interiors Committee's Speed Presentations showcase outstanding interior spaces by New York-based architects. Geographic Scope: New York…

International Association of Art Critics – USA Section (AICA‑USA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

AICA‑USA Art Critic Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: International Association of Art Critics – USA Section (AICA‑USA) Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
AMERICAN INDONESIAN CULTURAL AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

AICEF: Cultural Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American-Indonesian Cultural & Educational Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The AICEF Cultural Grant aims to…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE  Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AIE Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE After-School/Summer Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AIE After-School/Summer Residency Grant,…

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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