Grants for Arts

Last updated November 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 4,899 active grants for arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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Grant	Deadline ▲	Amount
Robert A. Mills Foundation Grant Robert Mills Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Robert A. Mills Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey, focusing on charitable, religious, scientific, literary, humanitarian, scholarship, and educational initiatives.	Not published	$5K
The Betsy James Wyeth Fellowship in Native American Art Grant Smithsonian Institution · Foundation Not published · Up to $58K The Betsy James Wyeth Fellowship in Native American Art offers a unique opportunity for scholars to engage in a 12-month residency focused on Native American artists and methodologies.	Not published	Up to $58K
The Met: Eugene V. Thaw Fellowship for Collections Cataloguing Grant Metropolitan Museum Of Art · Foundation Not published · Up to $49K The Met's Eugene V. Thaw Fellowship for Collections Cataloguing offers a unique opportunity for scholars to engage in the cataloguing of European paintings.	Not published	Up to $49K
Community Arts Grant Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $19K Supports community-artist collaborative design and implementation of new, exterior wall mural projects in underserved communities of Baltimore City.	Not published	Up to $19K
Competitive and Field of Interest Grants (General Grant Program) Richland County Foundation · Foundation Not published · $612K – $2.9M The Richland County Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations addressing community needs through competitive grants and field of interest grants (from unrestricted funds).	Not published	$612K – $2.9M
Creative Communities Grant Maine Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Creative Communities Grant, offered by the Maine Arts Commission, supports arts and cultural projects that benefit Maine communities. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and municipalities.	Not published	Up to $7K
African Arts Trust Grant The African Arts Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The African Arts Trust is a charitable organization dedicated to supporting visual artists in Eastern and Southern Africa.	Not published	Up to $20K
The Guardhouse Program FOR-SITE Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Launched by FOR-SITE in 2023 marking 20 years dedicated to the presentation of art about place, The Guardhouse Program invites three artists each year to activate a former military guard station at the main entrance to Fort Mason Center…	Not published	Varies
Kentucky Touring Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Kentucky Touring Grant is a matching grant designed to enhance public access to quality performances in the commonwealth.	Not published	Up to $5K
Jacquie Jones Memorial Fund Black Public Media Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Memorial fund supporting Black media makers (specific details limited in provided materials).	Not published	Varies
Culture and the Arts – Walter Cerf Community Fund   Vermont Community Foundation · State Not published · $50K – $2.5M Supports the arts, education, historic preservation, and social services with a priority of addressing the needs of underserved populations.	Not published	$50K – $2.5M
OGE Nonprofit Grants OGE Energy Corp Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round; however, funding decisions are made three times a year.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Arts Partnership (CAP) Grants Think 360 Arts for Learning · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K	Not published	$2K – $5K
Huffman-Cornwell Foundation Grant Huffman-Cornwell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Huffman-Cornwell Foundation, established in 1960, supports projects aimed at benefiting the people of Burke County, North Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Gilchrist Foundation: Project Grant Gilchrist Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Gilchrist Foundation offers project grants to pre-selected non-profit organizations that align with its mission in the arts, wildlife conservation, public broadcasting, and disaster relief, primarily focusing on the Sioux City area.	Not published	$5K
Juliet Ashby Hillman Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Juliet Ashby Hillman Foundation Grant supports organizations that help young people in the Portland, Oregon area thrive.	Not published	Varies
ArtsWave’s Circle Grants Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K ArtsWave’s Circle Grants aim to promote and celebrate Black and African American arts experiences in the Cincinnati region.	Not published	Up to $10K
Let Creativity Happen! Grant Houston Arts Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Let Creativity Happen! Grant, offered by the Houston Arts Alliance, provides funding between $5,000 and $10,000 for innovative projects that enhance artistic expression in Houston.	Not published	Up to $3K
Pittsburgh Foundation Arts and Culture Grants: Support for Careers and Lives of Individual Artists The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation is one of the nation’s oldest community foundations and as of 2022 is the 18th largest of more than 750 similar foundations across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank Competition Philanthropy Tank Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K A county-wide initiative aimed at inspiring and empowering teens to address needs within their own communities. Student participants compete by presenting creative solutions to social issues impacting the community.	Not published	Up to $15K
Arts & Youth Grant Program California Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Arts & Youth Grant Program by the California Arts Council aims to provide equitable access to arts education and experiences for young people aged 0-25 across California.	Not published	Up to $25K
Kenosha Community Foundation: Field of Interest Grants Kenosha Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kenosha Community Foundation offers Field of Interest Grants to support various philanthropic interests through specific funds.	Not published	Varies
CultureFix Scholarships and Grants Culturefix · Foundation Not published · Varies CultureFix funds programs that advance arts and culture in the greater Williamsburg, Virginia area.	Not published	Varies
Irma L. and Abram S. Croll Charitable Trust Grant Croll Irma L & Abram S Char-Main · Foundation Not published · $25K – $200K The Irma L. and Abram S. Croll Charitable Trust, established in 2001, supports charitable causes primarily in New York City. With a focus on arts, education, and health, the foundation continues the philanthropic legacy of the Croll family.	Not published	$25K – $200K

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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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