Grants for Arts in Delaware

Last updated October 24, 2026

There are 15 active grants for arts tagged to Delaware, part of 4,949 active grants for arts listed nationwide. Updated daily.

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Project Support (PS)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Mar 1, 2027 · Varies

Support for arts programs provided by community-based organizations that assist in the growth of a vibrant cultural environment by encouraging development of arts activities in communities throughout the state.

Education Resource (EDR)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Mar 1, 2027 · Varies

Grants to strengthen standards-based arts education projects, programs, and activities that utilize the arts education resources of the Delaware arts community or strengthen arts organizations' capacity to serve as professional development…

StartUp Program (STU)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Mar 1, 2027 · Varies

Comprehensive program of financial support, training, and consultation to develop and strengthen management capacity of emerging arts organizations, organizations applying for annual grants for the first time, or previous grantees with…

Arts Stabilization (ASF)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Mar 1, 2027 · Varies

Support for improvements to facilities owned or under long-term lease and operated by the organization. Funded through the Division's participation in the Arts Consortium of Delaware, Inc. (ArtCo) endowment.

Arts Stabilization Fund (ASF)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Mar 1, 2027 · Varies

Support for improvements to facilities owned or under long-term lease and operated by the organization. Funded through the Division's participation in the Arts Consortium of Delaware, Inc. (ArtCo) endowment.

General Operating Support (GOS)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Mar 1, 2027 · Varies

Support of annual operating expenses to ensure year-round participation in the arts is available to the people of Delaware.

Artist Fellowships (IAF)

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Aug 2, 2027 · Varies

Support of individual artists in their work as visual, performing, media, folk, and/or literary artists. For Delaware residents, 18 years of age or older, not enrolled in a degree-granting program.

Educator Art Grants

Westly Foundation · Foundation

Not published · $500

The Westly Foundation's Educator Art Grants strengthen arts education in music, theater, dance and visual arts. Public school teachers in grades TK-8 can receive up to $500 to enhance their classroom and after-school arts programs.

NEA Partnership Agreement

Department of State · State

Not published · Varies

Arts Access (ACC) - Art Organizations

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Not published · Varies

Supports small budget projects that include the presentation of performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts in communities throughout the state. Rolling deadlines until funding expires; submit at least 6 weeks before event.

TranspARTation

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Not published · $50K

Grants that support transportation costs (up to $500) for schools to bring students to Delaware arts and cultural institutions and venues in order to attend arts performances, events, and exhibits.

Artist Residency

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Not published · Varies

Grants for residencies with visual, literary, performing or media artists working with students in the classroom or in professional development workshops with teachers.

Arts Access (ACC) - Community-Based Organizations

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Not published · Varies

Supports small budget projects that include presentation of performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts in communities throughout the state. Organizations receiving Project Support are generally not eligible.

Arts Access (ACC) - Arts Organizations

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Not published · Varies

Supports small budget projects that include presentation of performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts in communities throughout the state. Organizations receiving General Operating Support are generally not eligible.

Arts Access (ACC) - Community Organizations

Division of the Arts Grants · State

Not published · Varies

Supports small budget projects that include the presentation of performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts in communities throughout the state. Rolling deadlines until funding expires; submit at least 6 weeks before event.

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About grants for arts in Delaware

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.

Grants for Arts in other states

Other grant categories in Delaware

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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