Grants for Arts

Last updated November 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,905 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 92 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 2,610 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,905; from 2,547 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $267.2M; across 2,610 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 232 with a published date

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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Joy W. Pope Memorial Grant Funds John William Pope Foundation · Foundation ~September · $20K – $100K The Joy W. Pope Memorial Grant Funds aim to promote innovative projects across North Carolina's arts and human services sectors.	~September	$20K – $100K
Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation Capital Improvement Grant Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation · Foundation ~September · ~$1.5M-$2M total awarded across ~35 grants/year The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation makes about 35 grants a year totaling approximately $1.5-2 million for capital improvements by 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in South Santa Barbara County, California (from Carpinteria, Summerland, and…	~September	~$1.5M-$2M total awarded across ~35 grants/year
Rines Thompson Fund Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~September · Up to $10K The Rines Thompson Fund Grant, established in 1999, supports community-based organizations in Greater Portland, focusing on projects that enhance local vibrancy.	~September	Up to $10K
Coleman County Foundation Grant Community Foundation of Abilene · Foundation ~October · $1K – $15K The Coleman County Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and government agencies in addressing immediate community needs.	~October	$1K – $15K
Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust Grant Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust · Foundation ~October · $5K – $20K The Morton-Kelly Charitable Trust, established in 1988, focuses on enhancing community connections through arts, culture, and environmental initiatives in Maine.	~October	$5K – $20K
U.S. Embassy to Libya PAS Annual Program Statement U.S. Mission to Tunisia · Federal Open · $500 – $25K U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY TO LIBYA, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy to Libya PAS Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS Tripoli FY2024 CFDA…	Open	$500 – $25K
Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) U.S. Mission to Austria · Federal Open · $5K – $25K This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding.	Open	$5K – $25K
Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs · Federal Open · $375K The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign audiences to innovative and compelling…	Open	$375K
ArtsKC Mission Support Grant ArtsKC Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $5K The ArtsKC Mission Support Grant is designed to support non-profit organizations whose primary focus is the arts in the Kansas City metropolitan area.	Not published	$5K
New York City Dance Rehearsal Space Subsidy Program (RSS) Dance Service New York City Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The RSS Program makes affordable rehearsal space available to dance makers in critical need to support the creation and development of their work.	Not published	Varies
J.R. Simplot Company Foundation Grant Simplot Company Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The J.R. Simplot Company Foundation Grant supports U.S. non-profit organizations focused on art, education, youth, community, and global food and agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Getty Scholars Program Grant The J Paul Getty Trust · Foundation Not published · $22K – $65K The Getty Scholars Program fosters innovative research in art history and visual culture by providing a collaborative environment for international scholars.	Not published	$22K – $65K
Creative Learning Grants Program Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K – $8K The Creative Learning Grants Program, offered by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, funds artist-led projects that engage older adults in arts education and hands-on creation.	Not published	$4K – $8K
MSAC Grants for Artists Maryland State Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K The MSAC Grants for Artists program supports the sustainability of artists' livelihoods in Maryland by providing funds for various living and working expenses.	Not published	$3K
Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants Indiespace Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Emergency Mental Health Micro Grants, offered by the Indie Theater Fund NYC, provide $500 to NYC-based indie theater artists for mental health expenses such as therapy and medication.	Not published	$500
Field of Interest Grants Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Creative Arts Fellowship Berkeley Hillel · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship for students interested in creative arts and Jewish engagement.	Not published	Varies
Baker Foundation Grant The Baker Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $25K The Baker Foundation Grant supports 501c3 non-profit organizations primarily in Pierce County, Washington.	Not published	$3K – $25K
Project Grants Vermont Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K	Not published	$1K – $5K
Cultural Sustainability Grant New England Foundation for the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Cultural Sustainability is a one-time grantmaking and learning program nationally funded by The Wallace Foundation and delivered regionally by the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations.	Not published	Varies
Summer Youth Program Fund (SYPF) Marion County Commission on Youth Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A national model partnership of area grant-making bodies that seasonally funds local nonprofits providing safe, engaging summer programming to thousands of Marion County youth.	Not published	Varies
River Cats Foundation Grant River Cats Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since the River Cats' inaugural season in Sacramento in 2000, involvement in the community has been an important priority.	Not published	Varies
Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation Grant Fawley Gertrude C Char Tr Ta · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation, established in 1997, supports various charitable causes including education, health services, arts, and religion.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Aminah Robinson Fellowship Grant Greater Columbus Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $15K The Aminah Robinson Fellowship, offered by the Greater Columbus Arts Council in partnership with the Columbus Museum of Art, provides a 90-day fellowship and an unrestricted $15,000 award to a professional African American visual artist…	Not published	$15K

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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 4,905 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 7, 2026, 2,610 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $4,000 and $28K. 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, 2,547 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,905 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 232 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, 47% 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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