Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 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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Nola & George Cummings Family Foundation Fund Mini Grant Branch County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $200 – $5K The Nola and George Cummings Family Foundation Fund offers grants ranging from $200 to $5,000 to support educational enrichment for Colon Community School teachers, coaches, and administrators.	Not published	$200 – $5K
GA Arts: Cultural Facilities Grant Georgia Council for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The GA Arts: Cultural Facilities Grant, provided by the Georgia Council for the Arts, aims to support the construction, renovation, or acquisition of facilities to enhance arts programs.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Impact100 Gulf Coast Grant Impact100 Gulf Coast · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact100 Gulf Coast Grant empowers women to make a significant difference in their community by awarding large grants to qualifying organizations.	Not published	$100K
Rotary Grants (Community Grants Program) North St Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale Rotary Club Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The North St Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale Rotary Club regularly receives requests from organizations, groups or individuals asking for financial support for a project, event or program.	Rolling	Varies
Arts Organizations: Education Resource Grant Delaware Division of the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delaware Division of the Arts provides the Education Resource Grant to foster collaboration between Delaware schools, arts organizations, and artists, enhancing arts education for pre K-12 students.	Not published	Varies
General Operating Support (GOS) Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The General Operating Support (GOS) Grants offer three years of unrestricted funding to arts organizations in South Carolina. These grants aim to strengthen organizations that provide ongoing arts experiences and services.	Not published	Varies
Winnebago County Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $1K The Winnebago County Community Foundation provides grants aimed at improving the quality of life in Winnebago County, Iowa.	Not published	$1K
Beveridge Family Foundation Grant The Beveridge Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Beveridge Family Foundation Grant supports initiatives in youth development, health, education, religion, art, and the environment, primarily in Hampden and Hampshire counties, Massachusetts.	Not published	Up to $50K
Fordney Foundation Grant Fordney Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Fordney Foundation Grant supports talented individuals in dance, aiming to foster professional careers and enhance community engagement in dance sports.	Not published	Up to $5K
Sheila Fortune Foundation Grant Sheila Fortune Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Sheila Fortune Foundation (SFF) is currently re-evaluating how we fund organizations. As a result,_ _WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM NEW ORGANIZATIONS IN 2023._ _We apologize for any inconvenience.	Not published	Varies
Early-Career Artist Project Grant Forecast Public Art · Foundation Not published · $8K The Early-Career Artist Project Grant supports Minnesota-based artists in creating public artworks. This grant emphasizes accessibility and originality, fostering diverse artistic expressions in the community.	Not published	$8K
19th Amendment Centennial Fund The Dallas Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K A collaborative funding initiative created by multiple philanthropic partners to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment (women's right to vote) and advance gender equity.	Not published	$1K – $10K
James and Robert Hardman Fund for North Adams, Clarksburg, Florida, MA and Stamford, VT Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The James and Robert Hardman Fund was established by the families of James A. Hardman, Jr. (1909-1990) and Robert Hardman (1911-1978) to honor the memory of these two outstanding citizens of North Adams, Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grants Program City Parks Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $40K The NYC Green Fund Grassroots grant program provides funding support for community groups and organizations providing open space programming and stewardship across NYC with annual operating budgets under $175,000.	Not published	$1K – $40K
ASCA: Youth Cultural Heritage Project Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Alaska State Council on the Arts offers Youth Cultural Heritage Project Grants to support organizations delivering cultural heritage programs for children and youth in Alaska.	Not published	Up to $10K
Young Adults Israel Engagement Grants Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Does your organization have an idea, project, or event to bring Israeli arts, culture, or innovation to young adults with the goal of fostering a deeper, more meaningful connection to Israel? Careers, families, relationships...	Not published	Varies
Securian Foundation Grants Securian Financial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Securian Foundation focuses on enhancing community well-being through financial stability, youth education, and vibrant communities.	Not published	Varies
Building for Equity: Facilities Grants 4Culture · Foundation Not published · Varies The 4Culture Building for Equity: Cultural Facilities Grants aim to enhance cultural work in King County by providing $1,100,000 for building, remodeling, and purchasing specialized facilities.	Not published	Varies
Howard Gilman Foundation Grant - Current Grantees Renewed Funding The Howard Gilman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Howard Gilman Foundation supports a diverse range of performing arts organizations in New York City, emphasizing equitable access to the arts.	Not published	$10K – $30K
PMRTC: Legacy Grant Program Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $1M The Prairie Meadows Legacy Grant Program offers substantial funding ranging from $100,000 to $1 million for impactful projects in central Iowa.	Not published	$100K – $1M
Community Cultural Connections (CCC) Grants Artsbuild · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Community Cultural Connections grants began in 2012 in response to Chattanooga's city-wide cultural plan Imagine Chattanooga 20/20.	Not published	Up to $2K
ArtsWA: Art Project Grant Washington State Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The ArtsWA Art Project Grant supports organizations in Washington State providing public art programming. Eligible groups can request funding between $2,000 and $5,000, and must demonstrate a history of project execution.	Not published	$1K – $3K
AICA‑USA Art Critic Fellowship Grant International Association of Art Critics – USA Section (AICA‑USA) · Foundation Not published · $1K The AICA-USA Art Critic Fellowship is an initiative aimed at fostering critical writing within the arts community.	Not published	$1K
The Open Fund Artist Project Grant Ruth Foundation for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Open Fund Grant supports innovative visual artist projects that are experimental and community-oriented. Administered by The Poor Farm and The Open, it offers funding of $5,000 to $10,000 for initiatives based in Milwaukee County.	Not published	$5K – $10K

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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 9, 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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