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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Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation Grant Alice Kleberg Reynolds Meyer Foundat · Foundation Not published · Up to $45K The Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation supports qualified non-profit organizations in 50 counties of south and central Texas. Grants are focused on arts, culture, education, literacy, and medical/scientific purposes.	Not published	Up to $45K
Arts Education Programming (School Partnerships) Grant The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts Education Programming aims to provide high-quality, hands-on arts education to engage school-aged youth in Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
Union County Community Foundation Grants Union County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Union County Community Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations and institutions focused on education, arts, health, social services, and more.	Not published	Varies
Karma Foundation Grants The Karma Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $25K The Karma Foundation, established in 1996, provides grants to support organizations focused on Arts & Culture, Autism, Education, Health, and Jewish Life enrichment.	Not published	$500 – $25K
Fern Cousineau Duncan Art Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of NCW is a tax-exempt philanthropic organization that helps individuals, families, businesses, and agencies support charitable causes throughout Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties.	Not published	Varies
Iroquois’ Community Grant Program Iroquois Gas Transmission System · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Iroquois Community Grant Program, established in 2007, aims to enhance the quality of life in communities hosting Iroquois facilities through funding initiatives focused on environmental preservation, passive recreation, historic…	Not published	$3K – $10K
Arts Create TX Commission on the Arts · State Not published · Varies Program to advance the creative economy of Texas by investing in the operations of arts organizations. Supports organizational sustainability and operations for nonprofits engaged in arts and cultural activities.	Not published	Varies
Professional Development Grant Program Regional Arts & Culture Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Our mission is to enrich our communities through arts and culture. We envision a thriving region, powered by creativity, with arts and culture in every neighborhood.	Not published	Varies
VSA - Arts Maryland State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To provide programs for students to experience the arts; understand the historical, cultural and social context of the arts; develop skills for creative expression and performance in the fine arts; to apply criteria to aesthetic decision…	Not published	Varies
Flexible Support Grant: Tier 2 Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Flexible Support Grant: Tier 2, offered by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council, provides up to $10,000 to arts organizations within a 9-county area in southcentral Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $10K
Caxton Club Grants for Graduate Students with a Project in Book Arts Caxton Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Caxton Club runs an annual grant for graduate/MFA students working on a book-arts project; 2025-26 recipients were announced (incl. the Vossler Prize).	Not published	Varies
Fields Artist Fellowship Grant Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $150K The Fields Artist Fellowship, established in partnership with Oregon Humanities, supports artists and culture bearers in Oregon by providing $150,000 each to four fellows over two years.	Not published	$10K – $150K
Detroit Arts Support Grant The Kresge Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Detroit Arts Support provides multi-year operating support grants to arts organizations in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. DAS in supported by The Kresge Foundation, Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation, and Hudson Webber Foundation.	Not published	Varies
Readings & Workshops Mini-Grants Poets & Writers · Foundation Not published · $150 – $3K The Readings & Workshops Mini-Grants provide funding for individual readings and workshops, ranging from $150 to $450 per session. Open to New York State and California organizations, these grants support writers' participation in events.	Not published	$150 – $3K
DACF: Field of Interest Grants Dickinson Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dickinson Area Community Foundation offers grants through various funds aimed at supporting 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in Dickinson County and nearby areas.	Not published	Varies
Arts Legacy Grants - Regular Northwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Arts Legacy Grants - Regular program, managed by the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council, provides funding for art projects that enhance local artists and engage communities in Region 1.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Craig Sutherland Memorial Scholarship Norwell High School Boosters Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
SVCREATES NEA ARP Recovery Grant Program Silicon Valley Creates · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Endowment for the Arts announced $20,200,000 in American Rescue Plan grants to 66 local arts agencies for subgranting to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic.	Not published	Varies
Woman’s Exchange of Reading Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Woman’s Exchange of Reading Fund Grant supports artisans in Berks County by providing financial assistance for training, tools, and education necessary to enhance their crafts.	Not published	Varies
Arts & Culture Program New Hanover Community Endowment Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies By supporting a wide range of arts and cultural initiatives, the program fuels economic growth, enriches lives, and fosters opportunities for youth and residents of all ages to thrive.	Not published	Varies
Action Grants Idaho Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Rolling · $500 – $2K IHC's Action Grants support humanities projects and programs. Staff select Action Grant recipients on a rolling basis throughout the year.	Rolling	$500 – $2K
The Center: Samuel H. Kress Senior Fellowships Grant National Gallery of Art · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Samuel H. Kress Senior Fellowships, offered by the National Gallery of Art, support research on European art pre-19th century.	Not published	Up to $50K
Jerry Metcalf Foundation Grant Jerry Metcalf Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Jerry Metcalf Foundation Grant, established in 1998, supports individuals and organizations in Montana with annual awards ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Jackson County Community Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Jackson County Community Foundation Grant supports projects that enhance the community's development across five key areas: arts and culture, economic development, education, environmental stewardship, and health services.	Not published	$500 – $5K

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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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