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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Folklife Community Grant Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Folklife Community Grant, offered by the Nevada Arts Council, supports small community organizations in presenting folk arts and traditions.	Not published	Up to $5K
Koch Cultural Trust (KCT) Fellowship Grants Koch Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Koch Cultural Trust (KCT) Fellowship Grants provide substantial financial assistance to exceptional artists in Kansas.	Not published	Up to $30K
Herzfeld Foundation: Arts Education Grant Richard and Ethel Herzfeld · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Herzfeld Foundation: Arts Education Grant aims to strengthen organizations dedicated to arts education for youth up to age 18 in Milwaukee.	Not published	$5K – $40K
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation- Quarterly Community Grants Bonfils-Stanton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Bonfils-Stanton Foundation offers Quarterly Community Grants aimed at supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Denver.	Not published	Up to $60K
Native Arts and Heritage Fund Grant Creative West · Foundation Not published · $3K Established in 1974 as a nonprofit U.S. Regional Arts Organization (USRAO), Creative West was founded on the belief that place matters to the creative process.	Not published	$3K
MDU Resources Foundation Grant MDU Resources Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The MDU Resources Foundation seeks to enhance community well-being through grants to qualified organizations. Established in 1983, the foundation primarily funds health, education, civic, cultural, and environmental projects.	Not published	Varies
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Arts and Music Grants Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants program provides funding to enhance youth accessibility to arts, music, sports, and safety initiatives.	Not published	Up to $25K
DDCAZ Community Outreach Donations Grant Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment · Foundation Not published · Varies Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment provides community outreach donations to enhance the quality of life for the Tohono O’odham Nation and Southern Arizona residents.	Not published	Varies
Professional Development Opportunity Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies The Professional Development Opportunity Grant program encourages and supports relevant professional development opportunities for artists and arts organizations throughout Maryland.	Not published	Varies
Architecture Excellence Grant Arizona Architecture Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Arizona Architecture Foundation (AAF) Architecture Excellence Grant (Category 1) supports projects/programs promoting excellence in architecture and the built environment. Open to all Arizona-based individuals and organizations (incl.	Not published	$3K
Daniel-Mickel Foundation Grant Daniel-Mickel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Daniel-Mickel Foundation, based in Greenville, SC, has been enhancing community life since its establishment in 1948.	Not published	Varies
Republic Bank Grants Republic Bank Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Republic Bank Grants program supports non-profit organizations in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Florida that enhance community welfare through various initiatives such as education, healthcare, and civic projects.	Not published	Varies
College of Arts and Architecture General Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The College of Arts and Architecture General Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees in architecture, art, film and photography, and music.	Not published	Varies
New Yankee Stadium: Large Grants New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Yankee Stadium Community Benefits Fund, Inc. ("Fund") is a not- for-profit organized under and operating pursuant to the laws of the state of New York.	Not published	Varies
ArtsBuild Grants Arts in Stark · Foundation Not published · $33K – $155K ArtsBuild grants provide vital unrestricted operating support to strengthen arts organizations across Stark County.	Not published	$33K – $155K
Legacy Scholarships Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Yaddo's Residency Grant Yaddo · Foundation Not published · Varies Yaddo's Residency provides a tranquil retreat for artists in Saratoga Springs, New York, fostering creativity through undisturbed work in a supportive environment.	Not published	Varies
PAA Impact Award Pasadena Art Alliance · Foundation Not published · $20K – $30K To showcase excellence in visual art education with an award to a non-profit organization that impacts youth through contemporary art.	Not published	$20K – $30K
Wesley W. Williamson Memorial Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Wesley W. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 15 Apr 2026.	Not published	Varies
The Creative Economy Fund Grant Entertainment Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Creative Economy Fund offers vital support to digital creators and entertainment professionals affected by the LA Wildfires.	Not published	Varies
Zachary Fujisaki Mar Passion Memorial Scholarship Diamond Head Theatre · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Norfolk Rotary Charities Grants to Area Nonprofits Norfolk Rotary Charities Inc · Foundation Not published · $36K	Not published	$36K
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Sustains Theatre Bay Area · Foundation Not published · $5K The CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Sustains, offered by Theatre Bay Area, provides crucial financial support to individual artists and small theatre companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	$5K
Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Ecolab Foundation (A/K/a Ecolab Industry Foundation) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO Grant Program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in specific geographic areas, focusing on youth education, community development, environmental conservation, and arts initiatives.	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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