Grants for Visual Artists 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.
MAC Mini-Grants for Individuals Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mississippi Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Summary The MAC Mini-Grants for Individuals program offers…
MAC: Artist Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Arts Commission Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The MAC: Artist Project Grant supports individual Maine artists…
MacDowell Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: MacDowell Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The MacDowell Fellowship supports artists by providing a nurturing environment for creative work.…
Maine Artist Fellowship- Fine Craft Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Arts Commission Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Maine Artist Fellowship for Fine Craft recognizes…
Maine Artist Fellowship- Visual Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Arts Commission Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Maine Artist Fellowship in Visual Arts honors…
Margaret Frans Brady Scholarship for Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Juneau Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Margaret Frans Brady…
Marianna Hofer Endowment Fund Grant Organization: Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (MCPA) Purpose To support artists in the local community, established in memory of Marianna L. Hofer who…
Martha Boschen Porter Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Martha Boschen Porter Fund…
Maryland Region Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Overview: The nation's longest-running and most prestigious creative teen recognition program. BOPA serves as the Maryland regional affiliate for this…
Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation: Grant for Arts Status: ACTIVE Funder: Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation Amount: US $4,000 - US $48,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The…
MCAD-Jerome Foundation Fellowships Funder: Jerome Foundation in partnership with Minneapolis College of Art and Design Geographic Scope: Minneapolis, Minnesota area Overview: Fellowship program…
McKnight Fellowships for Community-Engaged Artists Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pillsbury United Communities Amount: US $28,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The McKnight Fellowships for…
McKnight Fellowships for Fiber Artists Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Textile Center Of Minnesota Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: March 01, 2026 Summary The McKnight Fellowships for Fiber Artists…
McKnight Media Artist Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: FilmNorth Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary The McKnight Media Artist Fellowships, offered by FilmNorth in…
McKnight Printmaking Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Highpoint Center For Printmaking Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The McKnight Printmaking Fellowship, part of…
McKnight Residency for Ceramic Artists Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Clay Center Amount: US $6,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The McKnight Artist Residency for Ceramic Artists…
McKnight Visual Artist Fellowships Funder: McKnight Foundation in partnership with Minneapolis College of Art and Design Geographic Scope: Minneapolis, Minnesota area Overview: Fellowship program…
McMillen Artist Community Reverse Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Robert B Mcmillen Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The McMillen Artist…
MFA Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dedalus Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The MFA Fellowship, funded by the Dedalus Foundation, provides a…
Michael Aurbach Fellowship for Excellence in Visual Art Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: College Art Association Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Michael Aurbach…