Grants for Arts in North Carolina
Last updated September 27, 2026
There are 14 active grants for arts tagged to North Carolina, part of 5,034 active grants for arts listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Film and Entertainment Grants State Rolling · Varies | |
| ASC Artist Support Grants Arts & Science Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Arts & Science Council (Charlotte, NC) awards Artist Support Grants to creative individuals in the region — Mecklenburg plus Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, and Rowan counties (in partnership with those county arts councils). | |
| Arts Build Community Grant Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies ArtsAVL grant supporting arts-based community projects for underserved communities; the grants page states it 'Opens 6.22.26.' ArtsAVL is a regrantor that regranted $392,432 through 100 grants in the 2025-2026 cycle; its programs pass… | |
| Asheville Event Support Grant (Mini Grant) Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies ArtsAVL grant for permitted nonprofit events within Asheville's streets, parks, and outdoor public spaces; the grants page labels it 'Mini Grant Open.' One of ArtsAVL's regrant programs funded through its pooled arts investment. | |
| Artist Support Grants NC Arts Council Grants · State Rolling · $50K – $200K Project grants to artists administered through local arts agencies. Deadlines vary by region. | |
| North Carolina Heritage Awards NC Arts Council Grants · State Rolling · Varies Since 1989, the North Carolina Heritage Awards have honored the state's most eminent traditional artists and practitioners. Recipients range from internationally acclaimed musicians to practitioners in family and community settings. | |
| Folklife Apprenticeships NC Arts Council Grants · State Rolling · Varies The North Carolina In These Mountains Appalachian Folklife Apprenticeship program supports 12-month apprenticeships in the folk and traditional arts of cultural communities within North Carolina's Appalachian Regional Commission counties. | |
| ASC Emerging Creator Fellowship Arts & Science Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies ASC's Emerging Creator Fellowship invests directly in Mecklenburg County-based emerging creative individuals. Applications historically accepted through early February (2023 cycle closed Feb 6). | |
| Grassroots Arts Program Grant Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $8K Provides program and operating support to nonprofit arts organizations and arts programs in Buncombe County; grants range $2,500-$7,500 (up to $7,500). | |
| Alamance Community Foundation Community Grants Alamance Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Competitive community grants to nonprofits serving Alamance County, NC — program support, general operating support, and project support across human services, education, health, arts, and community needs (Spring 2026 recipients included… | |
| ASC Creative Renewal Fellowship Arts & Science Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies ASC's Creative Renewal Fellowship invests directly in Mecklenburg County-based creative individuals to sustain the Charlotte-Mecklenburg cultural community. | |
| Region 17 Artist Support Grant Asheville Area Arts Council · Foundation Rolling · Varies ArtsAVL grant supporting emerging and established artists taking the next step in their careers; the grants page states it 'Opens 7.21.26.' This is part of the NC Arts Council Region 17 Artist Support Grant regrant administered by ArtsAVL. | |
| NC Arts Council Grants State Rolling · Varies | |
| NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Grant Programs State Rolling · Varies |
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About grants for arts in North Carolina
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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