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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THE EMERIL LAGASSE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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,…

Varies by award
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MUNCIE · July 3, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

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…

THE NEW ALBANY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

PERMIAN BASIN AREA FOUNDATION · October 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

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…

$1,000 - $25,000
FARRINGTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION · May 21, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

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)…

$1,000 - $100,000
TEMPE DIABLOS CHARITIES INC · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

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,…

Varies (examples: $1,000 - $20,000+)
HASTINGS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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.…

More than US $20,000
PATRICK AND AIMEE BUTLER FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Carl B & Florence E King Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Award Organization: Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) Purpose: Recognizes an ACSO organizational member who demonstrates thoughtful and innovative community impact…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE TEXAS · June 23, 2026 · Annual Foundation

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.…

NEW BREMEN FOUNDATION INC · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

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 FOUNDATION OF BLOOMINGTON · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

MADISON VISIONARY PARTNERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

GRAND HAVEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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,…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

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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