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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Rhodes Charitable Trust Grant Ann L Rhodes and Carol Greene Rhodes · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Rhodes Charitable Trust Grant, established in 2010, honors the legacy of Ann and Carol Green Rhodes, who were passionate supporters of local arts and community initiatives.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Valley County Masonic Endowment Grant Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Valley County Masonic Endowment, established by the Nemont Manor Foundation, Inc. and managed by the Montana Community Foundation, offers grants of up to $5,000 to support local nonprofit and government entities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Connelly Foundation Grants (Catholic Education, Human Services, Arts & Culture) Connelly Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $100K The Connelly Foundation supports 501(c)(3) organizations working in the City of Philadelphia, the surrounding counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery, and the City of Camden, New Jersey — 97.5% of 2025 funding was concentrated…	Rolling	Up to $100K
Culpeper Foundation Fund Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Culpeper Foundation Fund Grant, offered by the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, supports various community initiatives in Culpeper County, including education, health, and arts.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Levitt Music Series Grant Downtown Jackson Partners Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The Levitt Foundation is a national social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building.	Not published	Up to $120K
Inclusive Arts Fund Grant Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The Inclusive Arts Fund supports small to mid-sized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focused on arts and culture within Southeast Michigan.	Not published	$15K – $25K
The Center: Beinecke Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant National Gallery of Art · Foundation Not published · $55K The Beinecke Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts supports research in the history and theory of visual arts across various cultures and periods.	Not published	$55K
Vermont Arts Council: Arts Operating Grants Vermont Council on the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Vermont Arts Council is offering one-year Arts Operating Grants for FY2026 to support arts organizations in providing high-quality programming that enriches local communities.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Collins Foundation GO Grants (formerly Responsive Grantmaking) The Collins Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Collins Foundation GO Grants support organizations in Oregon focused on advancing equity and justice.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Mini Grants + DEIB Grants San Rafael Public Education Foundation DBA HEADSUP · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 HeadsUp awards mini-grants to support school enrichment projects. As of the current year, the foundation has partnered with DonorsChoose for grant administration, allowing for greater impact and ease of access.	Not published	Up to $500
Pen & Podium Grants Denver Post Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program associated with the Denver Post's Pen & Podium Series, a literary event series featuring authors and literary programming. Support nonprofit agencies working in literacy, education, and literary arts	Not published	Varies
Warren Community Action Fund Grants Blue Mountain Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Warren Community Action Fund Grants support initiatives enhancing community quality of life, focusing on health, education, basic human needs, youth, agricultural training, historic preservation, scientific programs, arts, recreation…	Not published	Varies
Carroll Community Fund Grant Stark Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carroll Community Fund Grant, established in 1994, supports various projects in Carroll County, Ohio. It funds tax-exempt organizations, private agencies, and government entities that address local issues.	Not published	Varies
Collins C. Diboll Private Foundation Grant Collins C Diboll Private Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Collins C. Diboll Private Foundation is a New Orleans private charitable foundation that considers grant proposals at quarterly Trustees meetings (typically March, June, September and December).	Not published	Varies
Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation Grant Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K The Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation Grant aims to enhance local community welfare by funding projects that address pressing needs in Salisbury and Rowan County.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Arts Fund of Kalamazoo County: Artist Support Grant Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Arts Fund of Kalamazoo County, established in 1986, aims to support individual artists and artistic projects that promote cultural diversity and inclusivity.	Not published	Up to $3K
Large Grants Greater Boise Rotary Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K GBRF granting priorities address Rotary International's areas of focus and cater to specific needs of Ada County: Applications are based on a Letter of Intent for a specific project or program in one of the focus areas.	Not published	$10K – $25K
NHSCA Art in Health Project Grants New Hampshire State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The NHSCA Art in Health Project Grants support initiatives that use the arts to enhance health and healing in underserved communities in New Hampshire.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Current Grant Opportunities Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of West Texas offers various grant opportunities for nonprofits and charitable organizations serving the West Texas region. Grants support diverse causes and community needs.	Not published	Varies
Three Rivers Foundation Grants Three Rivers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Three Rivers Foundation, established in 2011, focuses on improving the health and welfare of the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians' historical homelands.	Not published	Varies
CNYCF: Community Grants Program Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Central New York Community Foundation offers the Community Grants Program to support innovative projects by nonprofit organizations in Onondaga and Madison counties.	Not published	Varies
First Horizon Foundation Grants (Florida) First Horizon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Horizon Foundation, a private charitable organization established in 1993, has committed over $100 million to various community initiatives.	Not published	Varies
American Art Program- Exhibition Competition Grants The Henry Luce Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Art Program by the Henry Luce Foundation supports scholarly loan exhibitions that enhance the understanding of U.S. art, including Native American art.	Not published	Varies
Joseph S. Rippey Charitable Trust Grant Joseph Rippey Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joseph S. Rippey Charitable Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in Rochester, NY, focusing on various program areas including animal welfare, education, and community development.	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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