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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PARKERSBURG AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fall Community Action Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Fall Community Action Grants…

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SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Fall Cycle Organization: Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Program Type: Grant/funding opportunity for music and performing arts education Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara area Focus Areas: Music and…

MACKINAC ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · October 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Fall Grant Cycle Funder: Mackinac Island Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Mackinac Island, Michigan Eligibility: Local nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, or governmental organizations…

US $2,000 - US $5,000
The Cape Cod Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Falmouth Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Cape Cod Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: May 25, 2025 Summary The Falmouth Fund Grants, established by The Cape Cod Foundation…

Up to US $25,000
THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Family Grants provide essential funding for 501(c)(3)…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

FAO: Nelsonville Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Nelsonville Community…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Farley Moody Galbraith Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission To achieve positive change through the…

FARRELL FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Farrell Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Farrell Family Foundation (FFF) Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Farrell Family Foundation (FFF) aims to enhance society by…

FARRINGTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Farrington Historical Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Farrington Historical Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 29, 2025 Summary The Farrington Historical Foundation…

US $1,000 - US $25,000
FASH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fash Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fash Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The Fash Foundation Grants aim to support and enhance children's…

MUSIC ACADEMY OF THE WEST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fast Pitch Awards Overview: A competition component of the Music Academy's Innovation Institute that gives fellows a platform to present entrepreneurial ideas for classical music and related…

SOUTH CAROLINA HUMANITIES COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Fast Track Literary Grants Status: Suspended - Currently on hiatus as of April 2025 Geographic Scope: South Carolina Program Overview: Fast Track Literary Grants support new or existing public…

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER IN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FAWC Fellowship Organization: Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA Program Type: Seven-month residency program Geographic Scope: Open to artists and writers nationally and internationally Award…

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER IN · Rolling / Open Foundation

FAWC Online Scholarships Organization: Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA Program Type: Scholar Awards for online education programs Program Focus: FAWC Online digital workshops, Creative…

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER IN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FAWC Summer Workshops Organization: Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA Program Type: Open enrollment week-long intensive workshops Geographic Scope: Open to artists and writers nationally and…

Up to $25,000
Boston Foundation Inc · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Fay Slover Fund Purpose: Support start-up or program grants to organizations looking to increase access to art in underserved communities. Geographic Scope: United States and beyond (international…

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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