Forecast Public Art · Rolling / Open Foundation
Early-Career Artist Research & Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Forecast Public Art Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: August 02, 2025 Summary The Early-Career Artist Research & Development…
Grants for Arts
Last updated June 20, 2026
There are currently 4,960 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
4,960 grants
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What grants for arts are open right now?
More than US $60,000
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HARRISONBURG · Rolling / Open Foundation
Earlynn J. Miller Fund for the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of Harrisonburg And Rockingham County Amount: More than US $60,000 Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The…
Up to US $35,000
DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation
East Arts Grant Program (formerly East of the River) Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The East Arts Grant…
Varies by project
EAST BAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
East Bay Fund for Artists Overview: The East Bay Fund for Artists supports local artists and arts organizations in the East Bay to create new and diverse works of art. Geographic Scope: East Bay…
US $50 - US $1,500
Town Of East Hartford · Rolling / Open Foundation
East Hartford Commission on Culture and Fine Arts Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Town Of East Hartford Amount: US $50 - US $1,500 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The East Hartford…
US $3,000 - US $10,000
IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
East Idaho Grant- F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) Amount: US $3,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary…
EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Concept proposals may be submitted at any time. Foundation staff and/or the Grant Review Committee will review Step 1 (Letter of Inquiry) material to determine whether the project…
Up to US $3,500
SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Easton Legacy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Easton Legacy Fund Grant, managed by the SouthCoast…
$1,000 or up to $5,000
LA PLAZA DE CULTURA Y ARTES · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Eastside Arts Initiative Artist Relief Fund Type: Emergency relief and creative project grants for individual artists Geographic Scope: Eastern and South Eastern Los Angeles County Target Audience:…
EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation
EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Industries, Inc. Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program supports initiatives in education,…
Varies
EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation
EBSCO Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Industries, Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary EBSCO Sponsorships provide funding for initiatives that enhance the arts, education,…
EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
ECCF Community Grant- Field of Interest Funds Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eau Claire Community Foundation Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Eau Claire Community Foundation (ECCF) offers the ECCF…
Varies
Erie County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
ECCF: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Erie County Community Foundation offers Community Grants aimed at addressing…
US $3,000 - US $10,000
EMPLOYEES COMMUNITY FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
ECF of The Boeing Company- Chicago Chapter Grant Program (Illinois ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Employees Community Fund Of The Boeing Company Amount: US $3,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 20,…
EMPLOYEES COMMUNITY FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
ECF of The Boeing Company: St. Louis Missouri Chapter Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Employees Community Fund Of The Boeing Company Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary The Employees…
ECOLAB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ecolab Foundation Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The Ecolab St. Paul, MN Area NPO Grant Program…
ECOLAB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO (Non-Profit Organizations) Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ecolab Foundation Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Ecolab U.S. Regional NPO Grant Program supports…
Varies
THE BUSH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Ecosystem Grants The Bush Foundation works to inspire and support creative problem solving — within and across sectors — to make our region better for everyone. We know problem solving is…
Up to US $600
EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation
ECRAC Resiliency Grant for Arts Organizations Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Central Regional Arts Council Amount: Up to US $600 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The ECRAC Resiliency Grant for…
Up to US $5,000
EAST CENTRAL REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation
ECRAC: Art In Our Schools Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Central Regional Arts Council Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The ECRAC: Art In Our Schools Grant aims to…
Frequently Asked Questions
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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