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.
The Shubert Foundation: Theatre Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Shubert Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $325,000 Last Updated: July 26, 2025 Summary The Shubert Foundation offers grants to…
Overview _Applications Open FALL 2025_ The Velocity Fund offers twelve Philadelphia-based artists and collectives $5000 to develop and present new projects — particularly those that are experimental…
The Willson Center Public Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Georgia Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Willson Center Public Impact Grant, offered by…
The XENO PRIZE for Performance Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Franklin Furnace Fund Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The XENO PRIZE for Performance Arts, awarded by…
Theatre Development Fund Partner: George Kaiser Family Foundation Focus: Supports and provides funding for Tulsa's local theatre companies producing new and challenging plays and theatre, both inside…
Thomas Barbour Playwrights Award Overview: Created in 2007 to celebrate new work for the theatre. EAG partners annually with a local theatre company, collective, or playwriting program to present…
Thomas Barbour Scholarships Program Overview: Established in 1968 to recognize excellence in performing arts students. Named in honor of EAG member, benefactor and actor Thomas Barbour in 2004. Award…
Ticket & Participation Subsidy Grant Overview: Grant program providing support for arts organizations to offer complimentary performance tickets and free workshops for economically disadvantaged and…
Tournament of Roses Foundation Grants Program Overview: The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation provides grant assistance to support new and ongoing programs benefiting children, teens, adults,…
Overview WESTAF’s TourWest Grant provides flexible funding for presenters/presenting organizations within the WESTAF region to support their regional touring program. WESTAF also encourages the…
Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santa Barbara Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Towbes Fund for the Performing Arts…
Tri-M Foundation: Performing Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tri M Foundation Amount: US $3,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Tri-M Foundation's Performing Arts…
TV-Series Lab Status: The Gotham Labs are on hiatus in 2023 and beyond. The program is undergoing reimagining to determine how to continue sharing resources equitably and inclusively with the growing…
United Arts Creative Placemaking Open Call Performers Description: The United Arts of Central Florida Creative Placemaking team is currently seeking to engage artists interested in activating…
USArtists International Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Amount: Up to US $11,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The USArtists International Grants program,…
VCA: Virginia Touring Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Virginia Commission for the Arts Amount: US $100 - US $7,500 Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Virginia Touring Grants program supports…
VCF: Concert Artists Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Vermont Community Foundation, established in…
Venturous Capital Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Venturous Theater Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Venturous Capital Grants aim to empower small and…
Venue Access Grants – Creative Individuals Overview: Grant program to support creative individuals in accessing performance or exhibition venues. Geographic Scope: Mecklenburg County (inferred)…
Venue Access Grants – Nonprofits Overview: Grant program to support nonprofit organizations in accessing performance or exhibition venues. Geographic Scope: Mecklenburg County (inferred) Eligible…