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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Lake Mills Area Community Foundation Grants Lake Mills Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation provides grants aimed at enhancing community life through charitable, educational, and cultural projects. Established in 1996, it supports innovative initiatives that address local needs.	Not published	Varies
Lawrence County Community Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) is now accepting grant applications until September 10.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Community Foundation of West Alabama: Community Grants- Regular Grant Community Foundation of West Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of West Alabama offers community grants aimed at supporting charitable initiatives in various sectors including arts, education, health, and social welfare.	Not published	Varies
Tourist Development Council- Arts, Culture & Heritage Grants St. Johns Cultural Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Tourist Development Council's Arts, Culture & Heritage Grants aim to enhance St. Johns County's tourism by funding nonprofit organizations that promote arts, culture, and heritage.	Not published	Up to $60K
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Creates Theatre Bay Area · Foundation Not published · $3K The CA$H Theatre Grant, provided by Theatre Bay Area, supports individual artists and small theatre companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	$3K
Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation Grant Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1M The Alice Tweed Tuohy Foundation provides grants for capital projects related to youth, education, health, community, recreation, and the arts in Santa Barbara's South Coast.	Not published	$10K – $1M
Artist Fellowship Grant - Artistic Excellence Grants Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Artist Fellowship Grant offers Connecticut artists a $5,000 award to foster new work and enhance their artistic careers. Open to artists of all disciplines, applicants must be 18 or older and residents of Connecticut.	Not published	Up to $5K
Teaching Artists Directory Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Teaching Artists Directory Grant by the Kentucky Arts Council aims to empower local artists by providing career opportunities and professional development in arts education.	Not published	Varies
Alaina Fisher Scholarship Metropolitan Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Alaska Native Artist Resource Workbook National Assembly of State Arts Agencies Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Training and technical service resource to help Alaska Native artists succeed as entrepreneurs	Not published	Varies
CMAB Public Art Grant Program Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The CMAB Public Art Grant Program supports the creation of impactful public art projects that are accessible to everyone at no cost. It encourages artists to engage with the community, fostering cultural identity and artistic growth.	Not published	Varies
Indigo Oak Fund: The Arts Grants The Vance R and Colleen H Andrus Family · Foundation Not published · Varies The Indigo Oak Fund is a Colorado-based foundation dedicated to empowering individuals through support for education, the arts, and social justice.	Not published	Varies
SDAC Excursion Grant South Dakota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The SDAC Excursion Grant offers matching funds to South Dakota organizations for transportation costs related to taking K-12 students and individuals with disabilities to arts programs in other towns.	Not published	Up to $500
Memorial Foundation for the Blind: Program Grant Memorial Foundation for the Blind Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Memorial Foundation for the Blind provides essential funding to nonprofit organizations in Worcester County, Massachusetts, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for individuals with visual impairments.	Not published	Varies
Community Grants: North Texas Carl B & Florence E King Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation offers Community Grants in North Texas, focusing on enhancing financial independence for seniors, supporting arts and culture, aiding youth transitioning from foster care, and addressing economic…	Not published	Varies
Awesome Foundation - Local Chapter Grants The Awesome Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Awesome Foundation offers Local Chapter Grants of $1000 to individuals and groups for innovative projects that enhance community engagement.	Not published	$1K
Small Grant Program for Individuals Arrowhead Regional Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K Quarterly grants for individual artists in the Arrowhead region supporting smaller-scale art projects and professional development activities.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation Charitable Grant Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation Charitable Grant supports qualified charities focused on community betterment and basic human needs.	Not published	Varies
Linda Van Hart HART for Art Scholarships Carroll County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Empower adult learners to discover, grow, and thrive through the arts regardless of age, background, or ability.	Not published	Varies
Annual Grants Program Highland Park Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants are awarded on an annual basis to qualified nonprofits and governmental agencies that have completed a rigorous application process.	Not published	Varies
Joyce Foundation: Culture Program Grants The Joyce Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joyce Foundation's Culture Program aims to enhance racial equity and economic mobility in the Great Lakes region by supporting underrepresented artists and organizations.	Not published	Varies
South Florida Cultural Consortium Grant Broward County Cultural Division · Foundation Not published · $8K – $15K The South Florida Cultural Consortium offers significant fellowships of $7,500 and $15,000 to visual and media artists residing in Broward, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, and Palm Beach counties.	Not published	$8K – $15K
Kirkpatrick Family Fund Lawton Community Foundation Affiliated Fund of the Occf Inc · Foundation Not published · $6M Established in 1989 by John and Eleanor Kirkpatrick, this fund has been administered by the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for over 30 years.	Not published	$6M
Silver Bay Charitable Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Silver Bay Charitable Fund Grant aims to support low-income communities through initiatives in the arts, education, community, and economic development.	Not published	$1K – $10K

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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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