Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 542 active grants for performing arts in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Bang on a Can Summer Music Festival at MASS MoCA Overview: A 3-week musical utopia for innovative composers and performers dedicated entirely to adventurous contemporary music. Location: MASS MoCA…
Barbara Smith Speech, Debate & Drama Fund Overview: A newly established challenge grant fund designed to support the sustained success and growth of the Speech, Debate, & Drama program at Miami High…
Barr Foundation: Arts & Creativity Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Barr Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary Overview Arts and Creativity Program The arts are essential for just,…
Bayer Fund - IN UNISON Programs Status: Active grant program Award Amount: $160,000 (as of 2021) Funder: Bayer Fund Focus Areas: - Support for SLSO IN UNISON programs including: - IN UNISON Church…
Betty Lu Lenthe Speech Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota United Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Betty Lu Lenthe Speech Education Grant,…
Beyond Talent Program Type: Career development and community program Overview: Beyond Talent is a pioneering program committed to supporting the journey of exceptional Israeli artists by bridging the…
BlackStar Pitch Overview: A live pitch competition at the BlackStar Film Festival for short non-fiction projects. Award Structure: - Grand Prize: $75,000 in production funds - Runner-Up: $25,000 in…
Overview _NOTE: The Public Art Challenge does not open for applications annually._ Supporting innovative temporary public art projects that enhance the vibrancy of cities. Bloomberg Philanthropies’…
Bohemian Foundation: Music Event Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bohemian Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Bohemian Foundation's Music Event Fund…
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artists Training Program Overview: A rigorous and nationally-recognized 10-week professional development program for young opera singers, regarded as a national model for…
Booth Ferris Foundation: Arts & Culture Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Booth Ferris Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Summary The Booth Ferris Foundation offers…
Bowen Family Performing Arts Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Bowen Family Performing Arts Fund…
Brian Liechty Theater Production Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marshall County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Connecting Passion to Purpose Marshall…
Bridge Grants Overview: A grant program offered by the Dramatists Guild Foundation. Specific details limited in provided materials. Program Type: Grants for theater writers and/or organizations…
Brockport Arts Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Brockport Arts Fund, supported by the…
Bronx Cultural Visions Fund (BCVF) Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: The Bronx Cultural Visions Fund (BCVF) seeks to support the development of new ideas and the production of new work…
Bronx Cultural Visions Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bronx Council on the Arts Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Bronx Cultural Visions Fund Grant supports the…
Bronx Dance Fund Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: The Bronx Dance Fund seeks to nurture the development of artists and organizations that comprise the field of dance in the Bronx.…
Bronx Recognizes its Own (BRIO) Status: Applications are now closed. Overview: For over 36 years, BCA's BRIO Award has recognized artists from a wide range of creative disciplines who demonstrate…
BSO/Arbella School Bus Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arbella Insurance Foundation Amount: Up to US $300 Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The BSO/Arbella School Bus Grant Program,…
Grants for Performing Arts come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.