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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Truman C. Kuehn Charities Grant Kuehn Truman C Tua · Foundation Not published · $6K – $10K The Truman C. Kuehn Charities Grant supports a variety of charitable causes primarily in San Diego County, California.	Not published	$6K – $10K
Juneau Arts & Humanities Council’s Individual Artist Award Grant Juneau Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Juneau Arts & Humanities Council’s Individual Artist Award supports emerging visual artists in Juneau, providing funding through the Cameron Vance Memorial Scholarship Fund.	Not published	Up to $1K
Kimball Foundation Grant Program The Kimball Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kimball Foundation Grant Program supports college access, workplace training, cultural enrichment, and environmental education for low-income residents in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Varies
Jones Family Foundation Grant The Jones Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jones Family Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the vitality of Red Wing by addressing critical community challenges.	Not published	Varies
Harrison County Community Foundation Grants Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · US $500 - US $5,000 The Harrison County Community Foundation (HCCF) offers grants to support projects that enhance arts and culture, community development, education, environmental stewardship, and health services in Harrison County.	Not published	US $500 - US $5,000
Gould Family Foundation Grant Gould Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the Gould Family Foundation is to support innovative programs that promote Experiential Learning and the Arts.	Not published	Varies
SC Humanities: Mini Grants South Carolina Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: As of April 2025, Mini Grants are suspended until further notice, due to loss of federal funding._ South Carolina Humanities' mission is to enrich the cultural and intellectual lives of all South Carolinians.	Not published	Varies
The Arthur and Lila Weinberg Artist-in-Residence Fellowship for Independent Researchers Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $3K The Arthur and Lila Weinberg Artist-in-Residence Fellowship at The Newberry Library supports independent researchers like writers, artists, and filmmakers, providing a stipend of $3,000 for one month of access to its rich collections.	Not published	$3K
Cyrus Eaton Foundation Grant The Cyrus Eaton Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Cyrus Eaton Foundation Grant focuses on advancing sustainable environments, social justice, cultural enrichment, and peaceful coexistence.	Not published	$1K – $15K
General Operating Support for Large Organizations Grant Washington State Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $6K The General Operating Support for Large Organizations Grant provides two years of funding to arts organizations in Washington State, aiming to cover day-to-day operational costs.	Not published	$6K
Catalyst Grant Program The Durham Arts Council Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Catalyst Grant Program supports arts organizations and catalytic projects in the Durham area.	Not published	Varies
The Gallery Collection: Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Grant The Gallery Collection · Foundation Not published · $10K The Gallery Collection invites students aged 14 and older to participate in the Annual Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship contest. The winner will receive a $10,000 scholarship and have their artwork featured on a card sold by the company.	Not published	$10K
Filmmakers Program Greater Philadelphia Film Office · Foundation Not published · Varies Seminars, business and technical training designed to nurture aspiring and experienced film professionals in the Greater Philadelphia area.	Not published	Varies
GA Arts: Vibrant Communities Grant Georgia Council for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The GA Arts: Vibrant Communities Grant, funded by the Georgia Council for the Arts, aims to enhance arts programs across Georgia.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Festivals Program Grant South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Festivals Program Grant, offered by the South Carolina Arts Commission, aims to support a wide range of arts activities at festivals that significantly impact local communities.	Not published	Up to $8K
Open Call for Creative Technologists Black Public Media Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding and opportunity for creative technologists working on immersive and innovative media projects.	Not published	Varies
Gilmore Foundation Grant Irving S Gilmore Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Irving S. Gilmore Foundation offers grants to enhance the cultural, social, and economic life of Greater Kalamazoo.	Not published	Varies
MetLife Community Impact Grant Program (United States) Metlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This page is for the United States. In the U.S. there is an open call for applications.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grant Madison Visionary Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 – $3K Madison Visionary Partners awards annual Community Impact Grants to support community projects and initiatives that enrich the quality of life in the City of Madison.	Not published	$750 – $3K
Ellsworth Kelly Award Foundation for Contemporary Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $45K Named award supporting contemporary artists across disciplines.	Not published	$45K
Carrie and Skip Gordon Teaching Artist Award Metropolitan Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes outstanding artistry and educational practice of one exceptional Greenville artist who impacts and inspires the lives of students through work in local schools	Not published	Varies
Athena Film Festival Sponsorship Adrienne Shelly Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Adrienne Shelly Foundation is a bronze level sponsor of the Athena Film Festival and networking reception held at Barnard College each February.	Not published	Varies
Andre Ellingson Film Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andre Ellingson Film Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students in the School of Film and Photography.	Not published	Varies
Baade Charitable Purposes Trust Grant Eric a Baae and Mary C Baade Charitable · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Eric A. Baade and Mary C. Baade Charitable Purposes Trust, established in 1958, aims to support diverse charitable causes primarily in Allen County, Indiana.	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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