Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,899 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. 2,607 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 4,899; from 2,546 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $4,000–$28K
Total listed funding: $266.9M; across 2,607 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 226 with a published date

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Louisiana Project Grants Arts Council of New Orleans · Foundation Not published · Varies Arts New Orleans administers Louisiana Project Grants to support arts projects across the state of Louisiana. Part of Arts New Orleans' comprehensive grantmaking portfolio.	Not published	Varies
Arts Fort Worth CORE PLUS Outreach Grants Arts Council Of Fort Worth And Tarrant · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Arts Fort Worth CORE PLUS Outreach Grants are designed to enhance community engagement through the performing, visual, and interdisciplinary arts in Fort Worth.	Not published	Up to $10K
Catalyst Grants Juneau Arts & Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program for catalyzing arts projects. Limited details available in provided website content.	Not published	Varies
Hayner Foundation Grant Hayner Foundation Ta · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Hayner Foundation, established in 1966 by John and Mary Inez Hayner, aims to support charitable, religious, and educational initiatives in Allen County, Indiana.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Innovative Impact Grants Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scranton Area Community Foundation makes grants to foster good ideas that have the potential to strengthen our community and enrich the lives of the people of Scranton, Lackawanna County, and Northeastern Pennsylvania.	Not published	Varies
Zeitgeist Minnesota Film Festival - MN Filmmaker Award Zeitgeist Center for Arts · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
CARES Relief Grants Wisconsin Humanities Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $548K Emergency relief grants awarded to nonprofits in Wisconsin during the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Up to $548K
Impact 100 Oakland Grants Impact 100 Oakland · Foundation Not published · $100K Impact 100 Oakland Grants provide up to $100,000 to nonprofits in Oakland County, focusing on Arts & Culture, Education, Family, Health & Wellness, and Environment.	Not published	$100K
SMAC: Artist Growth Grants Southwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The SMAC Artist Growth Grants support artists at any career stage in the SW MN region, promoting artistic development and audience expansion. Grants of up to $4,000 cover costs such as supplies, mentorship, workshops, and studio rentals.	Not published	Up to $4K
MAC Project Grants Mississippi Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The MAC Project Grants support arts initiatives across Mississippi, empowering community-based groups to enhance cultural engagement.	Not published	$250 – $5K
Marjorie Gillig Grant South Central Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marjorie Gillig Grant, provided by the South Central Community Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of residents in Pratt County and the City of Kiowa, KS.	Not published	Varies
Graton Fellowship Grant Sundance Institute · Foundation Not published · $25K The Graton Fellowship, offered by the Sundance Institute, supports Indigenous artists from California-based tribes by providing a $25,000 grant and a year of comprehensive support.	Not published	$25K
Chicago Commitment: Vital Communities Grant John D and Catherine T Macarthur Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chicago Commitment: Vital Communities Grant aims to promote racial equity and inclusivity within Chicago by supporting diverse initiatives and organizations.	Not published	Varies
Kahuku Wind Community Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Kahuku Wind Community Fund, established by the Estate of James Campbell in 2005, supports nonprofit organizations in the Kahuku area of Hawai‘i.	Not published	Up to $10K
Curatorial Advancement- Innovation Grants The Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation offers Curatorial Advancement- Innovation Grants to support innovative projects that address significant issues in contemporary art, education, and the environment.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Maine Artist Fellowship- Performing Arts Grant Maine Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $5K The Maine Artist Fellowship in Performing Arts celebrates artistic excellence among Maine artists. It offers merit-based awards to individuals or collectives, focusing on creativity and vision.	Not published	$5K
Burbank Arts Fund Upper Arlington Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Arts Center Residency Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Residency program at LMCC's Arts Center supporting various artistic disciplines and community engagement.	Not published	Varies
Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Grant Jaburg and Wilk Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jaburg & Wilk Foundation Grant supports local non-profit organizations in Arizona that focus on the arts, education, children, and at-risk programs.	Not published	Varies
Sam Spiegel East Jerusalem Program Albi Fund Institute and Lab · Foundation Not published · Varies A lab built in partnership with Gesher Fund, Kayama Institute, NIF/Shatil and CoPro that aims to bring together documentary filmmakers and leading social activists.	Not published	Varies
West Seattle Garden Tour Grant West Seattle Garden Tour · Foundation Not published · Varies The West Seattle Garden Tour Grant supports organizations that promote horticulture, education, and artistic endeavors in West Seattle and neighboring communities.	Not published	Varies
Friends of Secrest Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Friends of Secrest Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, aims to enrich the lives of young individuals pursuing fine arts education.	Not published	Varies
The Russo Brothers Italian American Film Forum Grant Italian Sons and Daughters of America Cultural Heritage Foundati · Foundation Not published · $8K	Not published	$8K
Mary Alice Warren Community Center (Lewisville) Programming Grants Shallow Ford Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Mary Alice Warren Community Center Programming Grants support nonprofit organizations in providing affordable and accessible programs in Lewisville.	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 4,899 grants for arts Grantable lists as of November 9, 2026, 2,607 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, 2,546 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for arts due?

Of 4,899 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 226 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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