Grants for Performing Arts

Last updated October 25, 2026

Grantable tracks 539 active grants for performing arts in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 12 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 313 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 539; from 347 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $5,000–$25K
Total listed funding: $22.2M; across 313 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 9; 24 with a published date

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Grants for Cities/Counties/Nonprofit Organizations Northwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council was designated as the regional arts council for northwestern Minnesota by the Minnesota State Legislature.The Council works with local and area arts organizations and individuals to develop the arts in…	Not published	Varies
Arts Leadership Residency Grant Theatre Bay Area · Foundation Not published · $12K The Arts Leadership Residency, offered by Theatre Bay Area, provides a transformative opportunity for aspiring artistic and managing directors to gain hands-on experience in Bay Area theatres.	Not published	$12K
Arts and Humanities Touring Program Michigan Humanities Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards reimbursement grants to help support the fees and expenses of touring performers, artists, exhibitors, and humanities presenters.	Not published	Varies
Live Artery New York Live Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A dynamic platform featuring new and recent works by Live Arts resident commissioned artists and curated guests.	Not published	Varies
TV-Series Lab (Screen Forward Lab) Independent Feature Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Annually selects up to 10 narrative series projects (all in development and written/created by first-time series creators) and provides creative teams with key support through strategy, marketing, and exposure of their work.	Not published	Varies
Michael Spring Major Cultural Institutions (MCI) Grants Program Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Foundation Not published · Varies The Michael Spring Major Cultural Institutions (MCI) Grants Program provides essential funding for fully professional cultural organizations in Miami-Dade County.	Not published	Varies
Arrow Street Arts Fund Cambridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Fund supporting local performing arts organizations. Introduced in January 2023 and awards grants annually.	Not published	Varies
Jacki Apple Award in Performance and Artist Projects Grant Franklin Furnace Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K The Jacki Apple Award in Performance and Artist Projects, presented by Franklin Furnace, honors the legacy of Jacki Apple in the New York art scene.	Not published	$10K
Organization Grant / Grants to Institutions Asian Cultural Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This program supports institutional projects that facilitate artistic exchange and international collaboration, often involving multiple artists and extended programming.	Not published	Varies
Performance Plus Grant Chamber Music America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Chamber Music America’s Performance Plus program recognizes the contributions and diversity of perspectives that U.S.-based gender minorities and women bring to the field of jazz.	Not published	Varies
Grace Dull Memorial Scholarship Hagerstown Community College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K	Not published	$25K
GIG Fund Arts Midwest Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies The GIG Fund is one of Arts Midwest's current 'Opportunities for Organizations.'	Not published	Varies
McCarthy and Whitcomb Inland Performing Arts Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCarthy and Whitcomb Inland Performing Arts Scholarship Fund, established by John Whitcomb and Dennis McCarthy, supports high school and college students pursuing studies in performing arts or design.	Not published	Varies
Building Bridges Documentary Fund Center for Asian American Media · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K Center for Asian American Media (San Francisco, CA) runs the Building Bridges Documentary Fund for filmmakers making documentaries about the U.S.-Muslim community ($10K–$100K by phase).	Not published	$10K – $100K
Edward C. Snyder Memorial Scholarship Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Edward C. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Mar 2027.	Not published	Varies
Bronx Recognizes its Own (BRIO) The Bronx Council on the Arts Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K For over 36 years, BCA's BRIO Award has recognized artists from a wide range of creative disciplines who demonstrate proficiency, knowledge, and intense practice in their chosen artform.	Not published	Up to $5K
CFMT Ernest and Selma Rosenblum Fund for the Performing Arts Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The CFMT Ernest and Selma Rosenblum Fund for the Performing Arts, established by Dr. Marvin J. Rosenblum in honor of his parents, supports the performing arts in Middle Tennessee.	Not published	Up to $15K
USArtists International Grants Mid Atlantic Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $11K The USArtists International Grants program, supported by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, aids U.S. artists in showcasing their talents at international events.	Not published	Up to $11K
The Jan and Frank Cicero Fellowship Grant The Newberry Library · Foundation Not published · $3K The Jan and Frank Cicero Fellowship supports artists in the visual and performing arts for one month, providing a stipend of $3,000.	Not published	$3K
Municipality of Anchorage: Mayor's Art Grants - General Category Municipality of Anchorage · State Not published · $75K The Municipality of Anchorage is offering the Mayor's Art Grants to support local nonprofit organizations in the arts and culture sector.	Not published	$75K
Mel Swope Performing Arts Scholarship California State Summer School Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K College scholarship for outstanding CSSSA students in the performing arts.	Not published	$10K
IATSE Local 600 Hardship Fund Grant Entertainment Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The IATSE Local 600: Traditional Hardship Fund Grant provides emergency financial assistance to performing arts and entertainment professionals in times of unexpected need.	Not published	Varies
5 Minutes to Shine Association of Performing Arts Professionals · Foundation Not published · $750 A storytelling opportunity at the APAP\|NYC annual conference where participants share inspiring stories of creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in the arts.	Not published	$750
ASTR Theater and Performance Art Studies Research Fellowships Grant American Society for Theatre Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The ASTR Theater and Performance Art Studies Research Fellowships provide funding for scholars conducting significant research in theatre and performance studies.	Not published	Up to $3K

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About grants for performing arts

Grants for the performing arts support theater, dance, music, opera, and presenting organizations through production, touring, education, and operating funds. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) funds the field through its Grants for Arts Projects program, and state arts councils and regional arts organizations distribute additional public dollars. Private foundations like the Mellon and Doris Duke foundations support larger institutions, artists, and field-wide initiatives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for performing arts award?

Of the 539 grants for performing arts Grantable lists as of October 25, 2026, 313 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $25K. The largest is $6M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for performing arts?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Entertainment Community Fund (11), Asian Cultural Council Inc (9), Opera America Inc (9), South Arts Inc (8), and The Dramatists Guild Fund Inc (8). In all, 347 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for performing arts due?

Of 539 grants listed, 9 accept applications on a rolling basis, 24 have a published upcoming deadline, 120 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 386 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 54% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for the performing arts?

Performing arts organizations can pursue funding for productions, commissions, touring, presenting series, arts education, and operating support across disciplines like theater, dance, music, and opera. The NEA's Grants for Arts Projects is the principal federal source, and state and regional arts agencies offer project and operating grants. Private foundations add support for new work, artist development, and institutional capacity.

Who funds the performing arts?

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the central federal funder, working through state arts councils and regional arts organizations that re-grant public funds locally. Private funders such as the Mellon Foundation and the Doris Duke Foundation support performing arts institutions and artists nationally, and community foundations and corporate programs fund local companies and venues.

Can individual performers apply, or only organizations?

Most public performing arts grants go to nonprofit organizations rather than individuals. Individual performers and creators typically access support through fellowships, prizes, and commissions from foundations and service organizations, or by working under a fiscal sponsor or partnering with a nonprofit so they can receive organizational funding.

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