Grants for Arts

Last updated November 8, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,900 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,608 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,900; from 2,546 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$27K
Total listed funding: $266.9M; across 2,608 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 227 with a published date

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General Operating Support for Artists Grant Rhode Island State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $18K The General Operating Support for Artists program offers unrestricted grants of $6,000 annually for three years to three artists in Rhode Island, allowing them to pursue significant self-identified artistic goals.	Not published	Up to $18K
International Institute Funds Mini-Grant Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The International Institute Funds Mini-Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Mahoning Valley, provides grants of $500 or less to organizations in Mahoning and Trumbull counties aimed at preserving and promoting cultural heritage.	Not published	Up to $500
Mano Amiga Program Grant Empresas Fonalledas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mano Amiga Program, initiated by the Plaza Las Américas Foundation and the Plaza Del Caribe Foundation, aims to enhance social conditions in Puerto Rico.	Not published	Varies
HRBT Foundation Grants HRBT Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The HRBT Foundation offers grants to support various community-focused projects, emphasizing areas like health care, education, and environmental protection.	Not published	Varies
Art and Change Grant Leeway Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Art and Change Grant offers up to $2,500 to women, trans, and gender nonconforming artists in Greater Philadelphia for projects that foster social change.	Not published	Up to $3K
BTFA Productions Black Trans Femmes in the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K BTFA executive produces projects led by New York City-based Black trans femme artists and works with those artists on distribution and community engagement around their productions. Email: mya@btfacollective.org (Manager of Programs)	Not published	$5K – $25K
Vandalia-Butler Foundation Grant Vandalia-Butler Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vandalia-Butler Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations that benefit the citizens of Vandalia and Butler Township.	Not published	Varies
Akron Community Foundation Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Quarterly competitive grants to qualified nonprofits serving Summit County, Ohio across four areas: Arts & Culture, Civic Affairs, Health & Human Services, and Education.	Not published	Varies
ArtsCONNECT Grants Mid Atlantic Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The last day to submit to Projects in Development listing is the 'pre proposal' deadline above.	Not published	Varies
Creative Chapters Public Library Program Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Creative Chapters Public Library Program, funded by the Kentucky Arts Council, supports public libraries in hosting artist residencies.	Not published	Up to $2K
Smithville Charitable Foundation Grant The Smithville Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smithville Charitable Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in seventeen counties, distributing approximately $1 million annually.	Not published	Varies
D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust Grant Programme The D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · £500 - £6,000 The D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust Grant Programme, established in 1972, focuses on enhancing lives through arts, medical welfare, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	£500 - £6,000
Culture Program: The Joyce Awards The Joyce Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Joyce Awards will be paused for the 2025 cycle.	Not published	Varies
The Sato Foundation Grant The Sato Fdn Separate Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sato Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in delivering cultural and educational programs aimed at developing essential life skills, particularly in young people.	Not published	Varies
T.J. and LaVerne Plunkett Foundation Fund Grant East Texas Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The T.J. and LaVerne Plunkett Foundation Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations that embody conservative Christian values and serve communities in East Texas, particularly Rusk County.	Not published	Up to $10K
P/Arts Grant Program Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation’s mission is to utilize its assets to assist any not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the arts or create programs that inspire, engage, and teach.	Not published	Varies
Special Opportunity Grant University Of Rochester · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Special Opportunity Grant, offered by the University of Rochester, supports students in the Catherine Filene Shouse Arts Leadership Certificate program.	Not published	Up to $2K
Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists Queer Art · Foundation Not published · $10K The Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists, a $10,000 annual grant, supports early-career Black trans women artists in the U.S. whose contributions to visual arts are often overlooked.	Not published	$10K
U.S. Department of Education Assistance for Arts in Education Model Development and Dissemination Grant - Bridges Program Artsconnection Inc · Foundation Not published · $2.5M This was ArtsConnection's 13th federal grant awarded since 2001. Results expected to have impact on teaching of the arts in early childhood education throughout the United States.	Not published	$2.5M
Earl R. McCulloch-Artcraft Printers Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Earl R. McCulloch-Artcraft Printers Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing a degree from the School of Art.	Not published	Varies
The LG&E and KU Foundation: Powering Community Impact Grant LG&E and Ku Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The LG&E and KU Foundation is dedicated to enhancing community welfare by supporting nonprofit organizations that address essential needs.	Not published	Varies
Andersons Fund Supporting Organization Grant Toledo Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, particularly in the greater Toledo area.	Not published	Varies
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program Centre Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A program supporting creative entrepreneurs, offered through Centre Foundation's partnership with the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.	Not published	Varies
MRAC: Next Step Fund Grant Metropolitan Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The MRAC: Next Step Fund Grant, supported by the McKnight Foundation, offers project grants of up to $6,000 for artists across all disciplines.	Not published	Up to $6K

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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 4,900 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 8, 2026, 2,608 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $27K. 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, 2,546 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,900 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 227 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, 48% 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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