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Grants for Arts
Last updated June 20, 2026
There are currently 4,960 active grants for arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
What grants for arts are open right now?
Fidelity Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fidelity Foundation Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary The Fidelity Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that aim for high impact in…
Field of Interest & Donor Advised Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chester County Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Chester County…
Field of Interest Funds- Beautiful Olean Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Beautiful Olean Fund, managed by the…
Field of Interest Grants Overview: The GHACF administers grants through various field-of-interest funds that support specific cause areas and community needs. Fields/Focus Areas: - Arts, Culture &…
Field of Interest Grants Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan Focus Areas: Various fields of interest designated by donors through specific…
Overview The Wallace Foundation invites arts service organizations founded by, for, and with communities of color to propose research projects that answer important questions related to the arts…
Field Trip Experiences (FTE) Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Field Trip Experiences…
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Arts and Culture Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,500 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The…
Field-of-Interest Grant Program - Environment Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,500 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The…
Fields Artist Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: July 01, 2025 Summary The Fields Artist Fellowship, established in…
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Chicago, IL Foundation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fifth Third Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Fifth Third Foundation in Chicago, IL, supports…
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Cincinnati, OH - (Cincinnati, Dayton and Northern Kentucky) Foundations Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fifth Third Foundation Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Fifth…
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Effingham County, IL Foundation Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fifth Third Foundation Last Updated: November 09, 2023 Summary The Fifth Third Foundation Grants support…
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Evansville, IN Foundations Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fifth Third Foundation Last Updated: July 17, 2025 Summary The Fifth Third Foundation in Evansville, IN, focuses on…
Fifth Third Foundation Grants: Piqua, OH Foundations Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fifth Third Foundation Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Fifth Third Foundation supports nonprofit organizations…
Film and Entertainment Grants North Carolina offers film producers financial rebates of up to 25% on qualified expenses. - Category: Art & Culture
Film and Media Career Development Program Status: Applications for 2026 program are closed Overview: An 8-week virtual program that allows students from across the country to learn from industry…
Film Fatales Grants Funder: Adrienne Shelly Foundation Inc (NY, US) Overview: Annual grant in support of various female filmmaker initiatives through partnership with Film Fatales. Focus Areas: Film,…
Film Fatales Support Grant Partner Institution: Film Fatales Award Frequency: Annual Overview: Annual grant in support of various female filmmaker initiatives. Focus Areas: Female filmmaker…
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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