Community Grants Program Funder: Emeril Lagasse Foundation Geographic Scope: Greater New Orleans, Austin, Greater Ft. Lauderdale, the Gulf South, Greater Houston, Southern California, Las Vegas,…
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.
Community Grants Program Overview: The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awards Community Grants to nonprofit organizations serving Muncie and Delaware County. Grants are awarded to…
Community Grants Program Funder: The New Albany Community Foundation Geographic Scope: New Albany, Ohio and central Ohio communities Focus Areas: - Lifelong learning - The arts - Health and wellness…
Community Grants Program Funder: Permian Basin Area Foundation Geographic Scope: West Texas, Permian Basin, and Trans-Pecos region Overview: The Permian Basin Area Foundation manages two community…
Farrington Historical Foundation Community Grants Program Geographic Scope: Santa Clara County, California only. All grant funds must be used in Santa Clara County. Eligibility: - Must be 501(c)(3)…
Community Grants Program Funder: Tempe Diablos Charities Inc. Geographic Scope: Tempe, Arizona Award Range: $1,000 to $100,000, depending on revenues Mission: Fund non-profit organizations in Tempe,…
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.…
Community Grants Program - Arts Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patrick & Aimee Butler Family Foundation Amount: More than US $20,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Butler Family Foundation's…
Community Grants Program: Annie Sinclair Knudsen Memorial Fund (Kaua‘i) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Annie Sinclair Knudsen Memorial…
Community Grants: Benzie County Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Community Grants program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in…
Community Grants: Chicago Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Community Grants in Chicago support 501(c)(3) organizations…
Community Grants: North Texas Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl B. and Florence E. King Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation offers Community Grants…
Community Impact Annual Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Northwest Illinois Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Community Impact Annual Grant, provided by The Foundation for…
Community Impact Award Organization: Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) Purpose: Recognizes an ACSO organizational member who demonstrates thoughtful and innovative community impact…
Community Impact Fund Overview: The Community Foundation's competitive grantmaking process for local nonprofit organizations. It is a responsive, open application process with one annual deadline.…
Community Impact Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: New Bremen, Ohio area and surrounding communities Focus Areas: - Arts - Civic engagement - Education - Environment - Health and human services…
Community Impact Funding Initiative Geographic Scope: Monroe County, Indiana Overview: A competitive granting program co-funded by Smithville Charitable Foundation designed to fuel innovative ideas…
Community Impact Grant Funder: Madison Visionary Partners Inc (MVP) Location: Madison, AL, US Website: mvpmadison.org Contact: info@mvpmadison.org | 256-384-4358 EIN: 46-1676220 Overview Madison…
Community Impact Grant Program Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF) Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan (Tri-Cities area including Grand Haven, Spring Lake,…
Community Impact Grant Program Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF) Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan (Tri-Cities area including Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and…
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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