Grants for Arts in Maryland
Last updated September 27, 2026
There are 33 active grants for arts tagged to Maryland, part of 5,034 active grants for arts listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| Towson University Center for the Arts Gallery Towson University · State Rolling · Varies The Center for the Arts Gallery is the main venue for viewing some of the region and nation's finest artwork and is a premier exhibition space, rivaling many museum spaces. The schedule includes several exhibitions each year. | |
| County Arts Development Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies County Arts Development Grants provide grants and technical assistance to county arts councils and Baltimore City to better serve artists, organizations, and audiences and to encourage local decision-making, arts activity, and funding for… | |
| Creativity Grant for General Operating Support Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Creativity Grants for General Operating Support strengthen the vitality and sustainability of small organizations to maintain a strong and stable arts infrastructure in Maryland. This option is available to organizations only. | |
| Arts & Entertainment (A&E) Districts Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Maryland's Arts & Entertainment (A&E) Districts help develop, promote, and support diverse artistic and cultural centers in communities across Maryland that preserve a sense of place, provide unique local experiences, attract tourism, and… | |
| Maryland Traditions - Heritage Awards Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Heritage Awards recognize long-term achievement in the traditional arts. County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Regional, State Colleges, State University | |
| Creativity Grant Program MD State Arts Council · State Rolling · Varies | |
| ATHA Rocket Grants (Mini-Grant Program) Anacostia Trails Heritage Area Inc · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $5K Rocket Grants are mini-grants ($1,000–$5,000) for non-capital, heritage-tourism projects — trails amenities, history/interpretation, education, and arts/culture — for non-profits and municipalities in the state-certified Anacostia Trails… | |
| Towson University Community Dance Center Towson University · State Rolling · Varies Community Dance is an extension of the Department of Dance. The comprehensive curriculum, renowned faculty and highly trained instructors offer excellence in dance education for children, adults and professionals. | |
| VSA - Arts Maryland State Department of Education · State Rolling · Varies To provide programs for students to experience the arts; understand the historical, cultural and social context of the arts; develop skills for creative expression and performance in the fine arts; to apply criteria to aesthetic decision… | |
| Maryland Touring Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies The Maryland Touring Grant provides funding to eligible Maryland-based nonprofit organizations to support the presentation of artists listed on the Maryland Performing Touring Roster. | |
| Professional Development Opportunity Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies The Professional Development Opportunity Grant program encourages and supports relevant professional development opportunities for artists and arts organizations throughout Maryland. | |
| Towson University Asian Arts & Culture Center Towson University · State Rolling · Varies The Asian Arts & Culture Center at Towson University engages the university and surrounding communities in cross-cultural dialogue through a broad range of Asian artistic and cultural experiences. | |
| ATHA / MHAA Heritage Area State Grants Anacostia Trails Heritage Area Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Larger heritage-tourism grants for projects involving historical, cultural, or natural resources, sites, events, or facilities with a heritage-tourism component, for non-profits and municipalities in the Anacostia Trails Heritage Area (MD). | |
| Maryland Traditions - Folklife Network Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Folklife Network grants fund organizations serving as regional folklife centers in Maryland. County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, State Colleges, State University, Other | |
| Arts in Education Grants Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K Grants up to $5,000 (1:1 cash match recommended) enabling accredited Pre-K-12 schools and PTO/PTA groups in Anne Arundel County (public or private) to present performances and residencies in dance, history, music, theatre, and… | |
| Public Art Across Maryland - New Artworks Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies The Public Art Across Maryland New Artworks Grants support artists and organizations that are planning, creating and installing new local public art projects. County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, Other | |
| Arts Capital Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies The Arts Capital grant program provides organizations with direct access to state capital funding for projects that enhance or create complete, usable, and accessible arts facilities. | |
| Grants for Organizations Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Grants for Organizations provide general operating support to nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations, as well as units of government, that produce or present ongoing arts programming that is open to the public. | |
| Special Request Grant Maryland Department of Commerce · State Rolling · Varies Special Request Grants provide support for arts activities that fall outside organizations' regular budgets and represent a departure from regular activities but align with MSAC’s goals to provide support and build capacity for Maryland's… | |
| Towson University Community Art Center Towson University · State Rolling · Varies The Community Art Center offers exceptional visual arts experiences for the Greater Baltimore community. | |
| University of Maryland Art Gallery University of Maryland, College Park · State Rolling · Varies The Art Gallery plays a primary role in the region’s artistic landscape as a venue promoting contemporary art and visual culture. | |
| Charles County Charitable Trust Nonprofit Grant Award Program Charles County Charitable Trust · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $65K The Charles County Charitable Trust administers the Nonprofit Grant Award Program (funded by the Charles County, MD government since 2016), distributing roughly $784,000-$860,000 per fiscal year in competitive grants to 501(c)(3)… | |
| Arts & Entertainment Districts Technical Assistance Grant MD State Arts Council · State Rolling · Varies | |
| Wells Fargo Cultural Grants in Maryland Program Wells Fargo · State Rolling · Varies |
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About grants for arts in Maryland
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 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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