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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Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Formerly Known As: CFSEK General Fund Grants Geographic Scope: Southeast Kansas region Purpose: Fund programs focusing on community benefit and improvement Focus Areas: -…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHEAST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) Geographic Scope: Northeast Michigan Overview: Community Impact Grants support projects that make a positive…

UNITED ARTS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Description: Community Impact Grants provide competitive funding to support cross sector collaborations between arts-based and non-arts-based organizations. Eligibility: -…

SUFFOLK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Suffolk Foundation Geographic Scope: Suffolk and Western Tidewater, Virginia Status: Active annual grant program Program Overview The Suffolk Foundation's primary…

Columbus Jewish Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Columbus Jewish Foundation (partner of JewishColumbus) Geographic Scope: Columbus, Ohio area and Israel/Overseas Program Overview: The Community Impact Committee (CIC)…

THE EDINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Program Overview: Through this unique program, the Edina Community Foundation partners with Edina residents to start and run valuable projects and programs that directly impact the…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact: L.P. “Pat” Mullen Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The L.P. “Pat” Mullen Fund, established by the Greater…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Funds Overview: The Community Investment Funds are the signature grant cycle managed by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia in which funds are invested in…

HALLMARK CORPORATE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Involvement Program Guidelines We believe that the well-being of our communities has a direct bearing on the success of Hallmark and our employees. The mission of our Community…

RURAL ACTION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Makerspace Scholarship Funder: Rural Action Inc (OH, US) Award Amount: Full-year Makerspace membership (a $400 value) Funding Source: Grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission Purpose…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CHIPPEWA CO · October 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Needs Grants Overview: Each year, Community Needs Grants are awarded to charitable organizations serving Chippewa County. Geographic Scope: Chippewa County, Wisconsin Funding Focus Areas: -…

THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Needs/Marvin Unrestricted Fund Grants Overview: The Foundation for Northwest Illinois awards grants from the Community Needs/Marvin Unrestricted Fund to support nonprofit organizations…

CULTUREWORKS GREATER PHILADELPHIA · May 1, 2026 Foundation

Community of Literary Magazines and Presses Deadline: May 1, 2026 Eligibility - Applicants must be registered nonprofits in the US - Core mission must be to develop emerging writers, support…

NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mission The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation, Inc. promotes, preserves, perpetuates, and encourages the music, culture, and heritage of communities in Louisiana through…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
Metro · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Placemaking Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Metro Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: July 14, 2025 Summary The Community Placemaking Grants program aims to empower local…

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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