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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Evansville Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Evansville Fund, established in 1996, serves as a permanent…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eveleth Community Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Eveleth Community Foundation…

PRESTON E W TR UW EWP MEMORIAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Fund Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Evelyn W. Preston Memorial Fund Grant supports music concerts…

Illinois Arts Council Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Event & Programming Partnerships Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Arts Council Agency Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Event & Programming Partnerships Grants…

Up to US $2,500
Wyoming Humanities Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Event Sponsorship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming Humanities Council Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary Wyoming Humanities sponsors events that align with its…

Up to US $20,000
City of San Antonio · Rolling / Open Foundation

Events Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of San Antonio Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The City of San Antonio offers Events Grants to support artistic events…

Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Every Child Art Experience Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Every Child Art…

Up to $500 per teacher/staff (not to exceed $1,500)
GUILFORD FUND FOR EDUCATION INC · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Evolving Education Grant Funder: Guilford Fund for Education Inc (CT, US) Purpose: An alternative to the standard GFFE grant designed to support the needs of educators through flexible funding for…

ARTS ALIVE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ewing Arts Awards Funder: The Keene Sentinel and Arts Alive Inc (partnership) Geographic Scope: Monadnock region (New Hampshire) Award Type: Recognition and celebration award (non-monetary based on…

ARTS & SCIENCE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Excellence in Teaching Awards Overview: Award program recognizing excellence in teaching across multiple disciplines. Geographic Scope: Charlotte-Mecklenburg region Disciplines Recognized: - Art -…

The Loft · Rolling / Open Foundation

Excellence in Teaching Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Loft Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Loft Literary Center and the Madeline Island School for the Arts (MISA) invite…

ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Executive Leadership Award Organization: Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) Purpose: Recognizes a chief executive officer, executive director, or managing director of an ACSO member…

INDEPENDENT FEATURE PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Executive Leadership Program Overview: A mentorship and professional development program designed specifically for undergraduate women of color to advance their film executive careers in…

EXELON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Exelon Community Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Exelon Foundation Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Exelon Community Grants Program aims to support nonprofit organizations and…

HOMER SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Exhibit Proposal Opportunity Funder: Pratt Museum (Homer Society of Natural History) Geographic Scope: Homer, Alaska (Kachemak Bay region) Overview: On an annual basis, the Pratt Museum reviews…

ARTIS CONTEMPORARY ISRAELI ART FUNDINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mission Artis supports contemporary artists from Israel whose work addresses aesthetic, social, and political questions that inspire reflection and debate. Artis is a nonprofit organization…

Western Colo Center for the Arts Endowment Fnd Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Exhibition Opportunities Funder: The Art Center of Western Colorado Geographic Scope: Western Colorado (open to regional and national submissions) Program Overview: The Art Center accepts exhibition…

MESA ARTS CENTER FOUNDATION · December 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Exhibition Proposals - Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum Overview: Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum is accepting submissions through the annual Season Prospectus for artists, curators, and collectives to…

The Japanese American Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Exhibitions Abroad Support Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Japan Foundation, New York Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Exhibitions Abroad Support Grant Program, initiated by the Japan…

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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