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.

5,129 grants
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Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fayette County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Fayette County…

US $500 - US $3,000
FOUNDATION FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

FCA Emergency Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Contemporary Arts Amount: US $500 - US $3,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The FCA Emergency Grants provide urgent funding for…

FIRST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

FCFPP: Lindig Lewisburg Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Lindig Lewisburg Foundation Fund,…

Sundance Institute · Rolling / Open Foundation

Feature Film Producers Track Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sundance Institute Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Sundance Institute's Feature Film Producers Track is a yearlong program…

ARTSMEMPHIS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview  FedEx Arts Program The FedEx Arts Program is an arts funding program, administered by ArtsMemphis and funded by FedEx. This program strengthens the Memphis community through the commitment…

$9,500 distributed annually across feeder schools
ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Feeder School Grants Program Overview: Annual grants distributed to Roosevelt High School's elementary and middle school feeder schools to strengthen community bonds and set future Rough Riders up…

THE FEIGENBAUM FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Statement of Purpose The founders, brothers Armand and Donald Feigenbaum, had a deep respect and love for the Berkshires. In keeping with that idea, organizations located in or providing…

FINE ARTS WORK CENTER IN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Fellowship Access Fund The Fine Arts Work Center has established a Fellowship Access Fund, to increase access to the 7-month Fellowship opportunity for select candidates with particular…

RASMUSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fellowship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rasmuson Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The Fellowship Award, offered by the Rasmuson Foundation, supports mid-career…

LIBRARY STUDY HALL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fellowships Organization: Slow Factory Description: Annually supporting dozens of fellows dedicated to creating a just, equitable and sustainable future. Focus Areas: - Climate justice & human rights…

TITMOUSE NP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Female Directors Grant Funder: Titmouse Foundation Program Type: Short Film Grant Geographic Scope: United States (open to female filmmakers internationally) Program Focus: Supporting and elevating…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fern Cousineau Duncan Art Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of NCW is…

$500 - $2,000
THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER INC · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Festival Fund Purpose: Support cultural festivals and international events in Central Indiana. Geographic Scope: Central Indiana region Funding Range: $500 - $2,000 per event Key Focus Areas: -…

Arts Commission Grants · Closed State

Supports organizations in their efforts to provide quality arts programming through festival activities and are awarded to assist with the costs of connecting artists (or their artistic work) with…

Up to $10,000
Houston Arts Alliance · July 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Festival Grant (FG) Funder: Houston Arts Alliance (HAA), administered through City of Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) Geographic Scope: City of Houston, TX Funding Source: Hotel…

$1.5 million per year for biennium (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027)
Minnesota Humanities Center · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Festival Grants Funder: Minnesota Humanities Center Status: New grant line created for 2025-2027 biennium Funding Amount: $1.5 million per year ($3 million total for the biennium) Geographic Scope:…

City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Festival, Parade and Celebration Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Festival, Parade…

Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Festivals and Special Events (FEST) Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs Amount: Up to US $145,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Festivals and…

Up to US $200,000
Minnesota Humanities Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Festivals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Humanities Center Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Festivals Grant, offered by the Minnesota Humanities Center,…

Up to US $7,500
South Carolina Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Festivals Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary Overview Note: If planning to apply through a nonprofit…

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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