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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EDITH WINTHER GRACE CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edith Winter Grace Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edith Winter Grace Trust Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary The Edith Winter Grace Trust Grant provides funding exclusively to charitable…

US $500 - US $100,000
THE JOSEPH HENRY EDMONDSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edmondson Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $100,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Joseph Henry Edmondson Foundation…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edna Andrade Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Philadelphia Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The Edna W. Andrade Fund, a donor advised fund of the…

THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Edna E. Harrell…

$5,000 - $25,000
CULTUREWORKS GREATER PHILADELPHIA · May 1, 2026 Foundation

Edna W. Andrade Fund Deadline: May 1, 2026 Award Amount: $5,000 to $25,000 Overview The Edna W. Andrade Fund, a Donor Advised Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation, supports grants for: - Local or…

$5,000 - $25,000
CULTURETRUST GREATER PHILADELPHIA · May 1, 2026 Foundation

Edna W. Andrade Fund Fund Type: Donor Advised Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation Focus: Support for visual fine artists from Greater Philadelphia Eligible Organizations: - Local or national museums…

THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edna W. Andrade Grants Art Works Funder: The Philadelphia Foundation (administering Edna W. Andrade fund) Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia region (includes Burlington and Camden counties in New…

EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF SARASOTA COUNTY · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

EducateSRQ Teacher and Schoolwide Grants Overview: Grants that allow teachers and administrators across Sarasota County Schools to transform lessons and classrooms—even entire schools. Teachers can…

Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn…

THE MONTCLAIR FUND FOR EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Educational Excellence Grants (Teacher Grants) Overview: MFEE provides grants to MPS teachers to support innovative classroom projects, educational resources, and professional development that…

ALLIED ARTS OF OKLAHOMA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Educational Outreach Grant Focus: Supports nonprofit arts organizations dedicated to Oklahoma youth through programming and outreach that provides arts experiences for underserved, rural, and at-risk…

ALLIED ARTS OF OKLAHOMA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Educational Outreach - Fall Cycle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allied Arts Of Oklahoma Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 14, 2025 Summary The Educational Outreach - Fall Cycle grant,…

ST VRAIN VALLEY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Educator Grants Funder: St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation Geographic Scope: St. Vrain Valley School District, Colorado Focus Areas: Support innovative academic programs and projects for…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edward & Fuzzy Gipstein Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $1,200 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Edward & Fuzzy…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Edward A. and Shirley B. Livi Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary Easily learn…

Cherokee Strip Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

EHS Student Scholarships (Enid High School) Funder: Cherokee Strip Community Foundation (CSCF) Eligibility: ONLY for students enrolled in Enid High School (not surrounding schools). EHS students may…

KEOKUK AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eichacker / Lofton Grant Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Keokuk Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The Eichacker + Lofton Grant Fund,…

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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