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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Wisconsin Public Service Foundation: Local Community Grant Program Wisconsin Public Service Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wisconsin Public Service Foundation offers Local Community Grants to support initiatives that enhance community development, health, arts, education, and the environment.	Not published	Varies
TFAA: Exhibition Grants Terra Foundation for American Art · Foundation Not published · $25K – $200K The Terra Foundation for American Art offers TFAA: Exhibition Grants to support institutions in presenting temporary exhibitions that address inequities in American art history.	Not published	$25K – $200K
C. Jerry & Lynne Dernbach Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the C. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
Folk & Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Project Grant New Jersey State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K In 1966, the legislature passed and the governor signed a law creating the NJ State Council on the Arts and directing us to do all that is necessary and appropriate to: support, encourage, and foster public interest in the arts; enlarge…	Not published	$10K
Canada Council for the Arts: Indigenous Organizations Grant Program Canada Council for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Canada Council for the Arts' Indigenous Organizations Grant Program supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis organizations engaged in traditional and contemporary artistic practices.	Not published	Up to $100K
Foo Foo Festival Grant Art Culture and Entertainment Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Art, Culture & Entertainment, Inc. (ACE) funds top-scoring grant applicants for its annual Foo Foo Festival, a ~12-day arts/culture event in Pensacola/Escambia County, FL (late Oct-Nov).	Not published	Up to $100K
Merrick Foundation Grant The Merrick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Merrick Foundation, established in 1948, aims to enhance the quality of life and health for Oklahomans, particularly in South Central Oklahoma.	Not published	Up to $50K
Hondros Fellow at the Eddie Adams Photography Workshop The Chris Hondros Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund awards an annual fellowship to one attendee of the Eddie Adams Photography Workshop.	Not published	Varies
Horizon Bank Community Grant Program Horizon Bank · Foundation Not published · $5K The Horizon Bank Community Grant Program aims to enhance local communities by funding initiatives in education, arts, and economic development.	Not published	$5K
AHA Media Grant Alabama Humanities Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The AHA Media Grant supports nonprofit community organizations in Alabama with innovative public humanities projects, such as documentary films and digital media initiatives.	Not published	Up to $15K
William E. Barto Scholarship Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $16K The William E. Barto Scholarship Fund, established in 1995, honors the legacy of William E. Barto, a former Navy serviceman and artist.	Not published	Up to $16K
Exhibition Opportunities Western Colo Center for the Arts Endowment Fnd Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Art Center accepts exhibition proposals throughout the year from artists and curators interested in showing work or curating shows. The Center is also interested in collaborating with other spaces and organizations.	Rolling	Varies
Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program supports charitable organizations in Raleigh County by providing discretionary grants focused on pressing community needs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Arts Education: Multiyear Grant The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Mary Duke Biddle Foundation offers grants to PreK-12 education organizations in North Carolina's Triangle region.	Not published	$15K – $50K
City of Aspen- Non-Profit Grant Program City of Aspen · State Not published · Up to $100K The City of Aspen's Non-Profit Grant Program supports local organizations that enhance community health, environmental protection, and cultural enrichment.	Not published	Up to $100K
Deutsch Foundation Grants Robert W Deutsch Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert W. Deutsch Foundation focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Baltimore through innovative grants that support creative individuals and projects.	Not published	Varies
History of Art Grants Samuel H Kress Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The History of Art Grant Program, supported by the Samuel H. Kress Foundation, aims to enhance the appreciation and understanding of European art and architecture from antiquity to the early 19th century.	Not published	Varies
Arts & Museums Project Grants (UT) Utah Division of Arts & Museums · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Arts & Museums Project Grants (UT) support public projects that celebrate community richness through arts and museums.	Not published	$2K – $10K
Bloomberg Public Art Challenge The Bloomberg Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Public Art Challenge does not open for applications annually._ Supporting innovative temporary public art projects that enhance the vibrancy of cities.	Not published	Varies
Great Performance Fund for Theater Grant Madison Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Great Performance Fund for Theater Grant, managed by Madison Community Foundation, supports professional theater at the Overture Center for the Arts.	Not published	Varies
Mielke Family Foundation Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Mielke Family Foundation Grant supports innovative educational initiatives that enhance the lives of individuals in the Appleton and Shawano areas, focusing on health care, arts, and intergenerational programs.	Not published	Up to $10K
Literary Arts Fund Innovation Projects Grants The Literary Arts Fund · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Literary Arts Fund will award at least $50 million in grants to the nonprofit literary arts field over the next five years, concluding in 2031.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation Grants Ian & Miriam Rolland Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Ian and Mimi Rolland Foundation, established in 1994, enhances the Fort Wayne community through grants focusing on social services, arts, and education.	Not published	$3K – $10K
SEMAC: Opportunity Grants Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The SEMAC Opportunity Grants provide vital support to nonprofit arts organizations and educational institutions for unexpected projects.	Not published	Up to $500

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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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