Grants for Performing Arts provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
Samuels Foundation: Performing Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fan Fox & Leslie R. Samuels Foundation Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Samuels Foundation: Performing Arts Grant supports…
Sandra E. Hardy Theatre Scholarship Fund Focus Areas: Support for University of Maine students in theatre Background: The Sandra E. Hardy Theatre Scholarship Fund was established at the University of…
Sarah Bryan Miller Fund Status: Established endowed fund Type: Endowed fund established in honor of late St. Louis Post-Dispatch classical music critic Sarah Bryan Miller Funding Source: Bequest from…
Sarah Creech Performing Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Sarah Creech Performing Arts Scholarship,…
Sauk Centre Area Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The Sauk Centre Area Arts Grants, provided by…
Scherman Foundation: Arts Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scherman Foundation Inc. Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Scherman Foundation's Arts Program supports organizations in New…
Schmitt Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kilian J. and Caroline F. Schmitt Foundation Last Updated: June 11, 2024 Summary The Schmitt Foundation Grant, established by Kilian J. and Caroline F.…
Scottsdale Arts- Community Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scottsdale Arts Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The Scottsdale Arts Community Arts Grant Program…
Season Grant Program Program Type: Annual grants for on-going operations and year-round arts activities Overview: The Season Grant Program supports arts organizations with on-going operations,…
Second Stage Organization: Pacific Northwest Ballet Program Type: Multi-faceted career transition program for PNB company dancers Overview Second Stage is a unique career transition program designed…
Second Stage Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Pacific Northwest Ballet (Seattle, WA) Focus Areas: Career transition support for professional ballet dancers pursuing post-performance careers…
Session Overview: Session supports the creation of new work by giving artists a project stipend, artist's fee, technical support, mentorship, and approximately two months to transform Recess into a…
Shakespeare in American Communities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Midwest Amount: US $15,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Shakespeare in American Communities Grant,…
Shakespeare in American Communities: Apprenticeships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts Midwest Amount: US $20,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Shakespeare in American…
Sherry Wagner-Henry Board Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Institute for Theatre Technology Inc. Amount: US $3,000 - US $3,500 Last Updated: August 25, 2025 Summary The Sherry…
The purpose of this program is to sustain and advance the live performing arts in the United States. Funding will provide general operating support to nonprofit, professional theater and dance…
Shubert Foundation: Arts Related Organizations Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Shubert Foundation Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Shubert Foundation provides unrestricted grants to…
Shubert Foundation: Dance Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Shubert Foundation Amount: More than US $15,000 Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Shubert Foundation is the largest funder in the…
Shubert Foundation: Shubert Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Shubert Foundation Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Shubert Foundation's Shubert Scholars program offers unrestricted…
SLCAC Project Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Salt Lake City Arts Council Amount: US $2,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The SLCAC Project Support Grants offer financial…