Grants for Arts in Tennessee
Last updated October 4, 2026
There are 5 active grants for arts tagged to Tennessee, part of 5,005 active grants for arts listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Community Cultural Connections (CCC) Grant Artsbuild · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Flexible grants up to $2,000 for organizations, nonprofits, and community groups pursuing arts programs, classes, performances, events, and projects in Hamilton County, TN, with the goal of making arts and culture more accessible to… | |
| Individual Artist Grant Artsbuild · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K Grants up to $5,000 to individual artists or groups of artists in Hamilton County, TN, including Artist Work Grants (project funding concluding in a performance/exhibition) and Access & Opportunity Grants (increasing arts by diverse… | |
| Arts Build Communities (ABC) Grants Arts and Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville · Foundation Not published · Varies Sub-grant program administered by the Arts & Culture Alliance in cooperation with the Tennessee Arts Commission, funded through specialty license-plate sales, for arts projects by 501(c)(3) nonprofits, tax-exempt entities, government… | |
| Artist Emergency Fund Artsmemphis · Foundation Rolling · Varies ARTSmemphis and Music Export Memphis created an Artist Emergency Fund to support local artists (individuals earning a majority of income through artistic practice) in times of unexpected, catastrophic emergency such as medical emergencies… | |
| Arts & Heritage Fund Grants Arts and Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arts & Heritage Fund, managed by the Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville, awards General Operating Support Grants (~85% of the fund) to arts and heritage organizations and Technical Assistance Grants (~5%) to organizations not… |
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About grants for arts in Tennessee
Arts grants support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural preservation, and creative organizations. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the flagship federal funder, distributing over $160 million annually. State arts councils, foundations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and Mellon Foundation, and corporate sponsors provide extensive additional funding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for an NEA grant?
The NEA offers grants through multiple programs including Art Works, Challenge America, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. Applications are submitted through Grants.gov. Most require 501(c)(3) status or government affiliation. The NEA funds in specific disciplines (dance, design, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts) with distinct application cycles.
Can individual artists get grants?
The NEA's direct individual grants are limited to Literature Fellowships and honorary awards. However, many state arts councils, foundations (Pollock-Krasner, United States Artists, Creative Capital), and residency programs provide direct artist funding. Fiscal sponsorship through organizations like Fractured Atlas opens additional grant opportunities for individual artists.
Are there grants for community arts programs?
Yes. The NEA's Our Town program funds creative placemaking. State and regional arts councils heavily fund community programming. Foundations like ArtPlace America, the Kresge Foundation, and local community foundations support community arts. CDBG funds can support arts-based community development projects.
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