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…
Grants for Performing Arts
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.
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,…
BSO/Arbella School Bus Program Overview: The Arbella Insurance Foundation BSO School Bus Program was created to help schools defray transportation costs associated with field trips to the BSO Youth…
Building for the Arts Funder: ArtsFund (created with The Boeing Company in 1991) Administrator: Washington Department of Commerce Geographic Scope: Washington State Program Status: Active - 2025-2027…
Burgess Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ralph L. and Florence R. Burgess Trust Amount: US $4,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The Burgess Trust Grant, established by Ralph L.…
Burrell Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Burrell Family Scholarship, administered by the Crown Point…
Business Consortium for Arts Support Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Business Consortium for Arts Support Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Business Consortium for Arts Support Grants aims to…
Bydale Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bydale Foundation Last Updated: July 09, 2025 Summary The Bydale Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Connecticut, Westchester County,…
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Creates Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theatre Bay Area Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The CA$H Theatre Grant, provided by Theatre Bay Area, supports…
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Performs Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theatre Bay Area Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The CA$H Theatre Grant, provided by Theatre Bay Area, supports…
CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Sustains Status: ACTIVE Funder: Theatre Bay Area Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The CA$H Theatre Grant - CA$H Sustains, offered by Theatre Bay Area,…
Call for Performers - Concerts in the Common Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: President And Fellows Of Harvard College Amount: US $200 - US $1,200 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary Overview The legal…
Canada Council for the Arts: Indigenous Organizations Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Canada Council for the Arts Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Canada…
Cannes Producers Network Fellowship Status: Applications for 2026 are closed. All applicants notified via email in mid-March. Overview: The Gotham is the sole U.S. Partner Organization for the Cannes…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants for performing arts are available?
- 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.
- Who is eligible for grants for performing arts?
- 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.
- How do I apply for grants for performing arts?
- 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.
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