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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National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) - The Big Read Grant Albion College · Foundation Not published · $12K Bring communities together through shared reading experiences	Not published	$12K
Koch Family Foundation Grants Koch Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Koch Family Foundation supports individuals in Kansas by promoting arts and education initiatives. With over $60 million awarded in scholarships and grants, the foundation encourages personal growth and community contribution.	Not published	Varies
Arts Program: Arts Education and Public Engagement Grants ( For organizations or projects with budgets over $50,000 ) Onion Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Onion Foundation's Arts Education and Public Engagement Grants support organizations with budgets over $50,000 in Maine. The program prioritizes access to arts education, public engagement, and capacity building for arts organizations.	Not published	Up to $60K
Fly Me To The Foon Scholarship Grant East Bay Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Fly Me To The Foon Scholarship, established by the East Bay Community Foundation, honors Neel Thomas Foon, a beloved musician and mentor.	Not published	$2K
Jessica Stevens Community Foundation Grant Cycle The Alaska Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Youth Cultural Activities Grant Alaska Children's Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Youth Cultural Activities Grant, offered by the Alaska Children's Trust, aims to enhance youth mental health through cultural engagement.	Not published	Up to $1K
Administering Organization – Individual Artists Fellowship Grant California Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $800K The California Arts Council offers the Individual Artists Fellowship to support California artists across diverse disciplines.	Not published	Up to $800K
Closing the Opportunity Gap The Community Foundation of South Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of South Alabama awards grants annually through this competitive grantmaking program to support nonprofits serving underserved families and youth in Southwest Alabama.	Not published	Varies
Warren MacKenzie Advancement Award Grant Northern Clay Center · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Warren MacKenzie Advancement Award supports students and emerging ceramic artists in the U.S. to enhance their skills and knowledge through research and education for up to twelve months.	Not published	Up to $2K
Impact100 Macomb County Grant Impact100 Macomb County · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact100 Macomb County is a women-led nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing community well-being through impactful grants.	Not published	$100K
Vancouver Parks & Recreation: Everybody Plays The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Vancouver and Clark County · Foundation Not published · Varies Recreation scholarships ensuring youth and disabled adults have access to recreational programs, swim lessons, sports participation, day camps, and music/dance/art classes.	Not published	Varies
Adelard A. and Valeda Lea Roy Foundation Grant Adelard & Valeda Roy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Adelard A. and Valeda Lea Roy Foundation Grant focuses on supporting organizations in arts, education, health, and environmental sectors, especially in underserved communities in Massachusetts and Northern New England.	Not published	$3K – $10K
CALT Experiences Grants Mid Atlantic Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The CALT Experiences Grants, provided by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, support public projects in Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia that celebrate traditional arts and cultural knowledge.	Not published	$1K – $10K
100 Voices of Florida Grant 100 Voices of Florida · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The 100 Voices of Florida Grant, initiated by passionate Floridian sisters, supports filmmakers by offering up to $5,000 to enhance their projects.	Not published	Up to $5K
Impact 100 Mobile Grant Impact100 Mobile · Foundation Not published · $100K The Impact100 Mobile Grant aims to empower women as philanthropists by providing substantial funding to nonprofit organizations in Mobile County.	Not published	$100K
Achelis and Bodman Foundation Grant The Achelis & Bodman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Achelis and Bodman Foundation, established in 2015, focuses on grantmaking in New York City and northern New Jersey, addressing critical issues in six program areas: Arts and Culture, Education, Employment, Health, Public Policy, and…	Not published	Varies
Youth Musical Theatre Workshop Scholarship Broadway Sacramento Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Bozeman Film Society Jack Stonnell Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bozeman Film Society Jack Stonnell Memorial Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students pursuing degrees in Film and Photography.	Not published	Varies
Impact 100 Greater Peninsula: Big Give Grant Peninsula Community Foundation of Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K Impact 100 Greater Peninsula is dedicated to empowering women to collectively improve their community through charitable giving.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Kaufman Memorial Trust Grant Chaim Fanny Louis Benjamin Anne and Florence · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kaufman Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable organizations in the Detroit metro area, focusing on areas such as arts, education, human services, religion, and science.	Not published	Varies
Artist Support Grants Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Support professional and artistic development for emerging and established artists to enhance their skills and abilities to create work or to improve their business operations and capacity to bring their work to new audiences.	Not published	Up to $3K
Charles A. and Leona K. Gruber Foundation Grant Charles a and Leona K Gruber Fnd · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Charles A. and Leona K. Gruber Foundation, established in 1969, supports educational, charitable, religious, scientific, and literary causes primarily in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.	Not published	$3K – $5K
NOFO- Film and TV Workforce Training Program Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $180K The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is offering the Film and TV Workforce Training Grant Program to enhance the film industry's workforce.	Not published	$50K – $180K
CFGC Community Grants Community Foundation of Greene County · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CFGC Community Grants aim to enhance the quality of life in Greene County, PA by supporting nonprofit organizations that address various community needs. Grants focus on areas such as education, health, arts, and economic development.	Not published	Up to $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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