Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,900 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Festival, Parade and Celebration Grants City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs · State Not published · $3K – $5K The Festival, Parade and Celebration Grants, administered by the City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs, aim to enhance cultural experiences through community events.	Not published	$3K – $5K
North Newton Community Foundation Grant Central Kansas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The North Newton Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance community well-being through educational opportunities, cultural enrichment, and health improvements.	Not published	Up to $3K
Billings Architecture Association Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Billings Architecture Association Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students pursuing degrees in Environmental Design.	Not published	Varies
Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund Grant Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund Grant supports nonprofit arts organizations in Connecticut by providing unrestricted funding to enhance their operations.	Not published	Up to $1M
Mullick Foundation Grant Mullick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mullick Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on education, community impact, culture, and health. Based in Saline, Michigan, it aims to build intergenerational pathways to success.	Not published	Varies
Reiman Foundation Grant Reiman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reiman Foundation, established in 1986, is dedicated to supporting non-profit initiatives across the U.S., focusing on health care, education, the arts, and children.	Not published	Varies
Leach Foundation Grant The Tom and Frances Leach · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tom and Frances Leach Foundation is dedicated to fostering healthy, thriving communities by awarding grants to nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Young Artist Scholarship Program CNY Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program for young artists. Specific details about award amounts, deadlines, and eligibility criteria were not provided in the available content.	Not published	Varies
Southern Prize and State Fellowships for Literary Arts South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Southern Prize and State Fellowships for Literary Arts acknowledge, support, and celebrate writers in our nine-state region with $80,000 in awards. The genre for the 2025 cycle is Poetry.	Not published	Varies
Lampkin Foundation Grant Tr Lois & Lucy Lampkin Fdn UA · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Lois & Lucy Lampkin Foundation, established in 1967, focuses on funding programs in education, health, and the arts in North Georgia, particularly Athens and Clarke County.	Not published	$3K – $5K
NYSCA/NYFA Community Arts Leaders Program Grant New York Foundation for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The NYSCA/NYFA Community Arts Leaders Program provides essential support for 45 nonprofit arts organizations in New York State.	Not published	Varies
Zachary Culnan Memorial Family Fund - Activity Scholarship Captain Community Human Services Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 Provides financial support for low-income, disadvantaged, and under-resourced youth to participate in life-enhancing programs and activities.	Not published	Up to $500
Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant - Native Services Snoqualmie Tribal Organization · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Snoqualmie Tribal Organization Grant aims to support nonprofits serving the Native community in Washington State. Offering up to $50,000, this grant encourages initiatives in arts, health, and cultural programs.	Not published	Up to $50K
Session Recess Activities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Session supports the creation of new work by giving artists a project stipend, artist's fee, technical support, mentorship, and approximately two months to transform Recess into a hybrid of a productive studio space and dynamic exhibition…	Not published	Varies
Dora Roberts Foundation Grant Dora Roberts Foundation - · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dora Roberts Foundation Grant supports organizations focused on arts, social service, health, and education, particularly in the Big Spring, Texas area.	Not published	Varies
CFQA: Samantha Otte Youth Opportunity Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Not published · Varies The Samantha Otte Youth Opportunity Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of the Quincy Area, honors the spirit of a young girl by supporting local youth initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Teaching Art Together Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K The Teaching Art Together Grant empowers Kentucky teachers to collaborate with professional artists, enhancing the educational experience through innovative residencies that last from one to four weeks.	Not published	$3K
Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts Grant Santa Barbara Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts Grant, administered by the Santa Barbara Foundation, offers up to $15,000 in funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Santa Barbara County.	Not published	Up to $15K
Ibis Charities Foundation Grant Ibis Charities Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ibis Charities Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) charities in Palm Beach County. Eligible organizations must maintain good standing with the IRS and the Florida Secretary of State.	Not published	Varies
BCF: Community Grant Benton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The BCF Community Grant offers funding opportunities for organizations that support the growth of children, youth, and families in Benton County.	Not published	Up to $10K
The Gottlieb Foundation Individual Support Grant Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gottlieb Foundation Individual Support Grant is designed to aid mature artists with at least 20 years of experience in painting, sculpture, or printmaking.	Not published	Varies
Charles Parker Trust for Public Music Fund Grant National Wild Turkey Federation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles Parker Trust for Public Music Fund Grant aims to provide affordable music to the public in New Britain, Connecticut.	Not published	Varies
Traditional Folk Arts Projects Grants New Mexico Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K New Mexico Arts offers the Traditional Folk Arts Projects Grants to support entities that showcase and preserve folk and traditional arts in New Mexico.	Not published	Up to $10K
John & Julia Onete Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a public charitable foundation based in Aurora, Illinois, dedicated to improving quality of life across the Fox River Valley, including the…	Not published	Varies

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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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