Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 487 active grants for visual artists in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
SEMAC Individual Artist: Emerging Artist Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The SEMAC Individual Artist:…
SEMAC Individual Artist: Grants for Advancing Artists Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $3,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The SEMAC…
Session Overview: Session supports the creation of new work by giving artists a project stipend, artist's fee, technical support, mentorship, and approximately two months to transform Recess into a…
Overview Mission The Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program awards rent-free non-living studio space to 17 visual artists for year-long residencies in DUMBO, Brooklyn. Its mission is to provide working…
Overview Shredder’s Studio Art Scholarship The purpose of the Fund shall be to provide scholarships to fund all or any portion of the college tuition of any graduate of Nantucket High School pursuing…
Sinew Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Racing Magpie Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: July 19, 2025 Summary The Sinew Fund Grants, supported by Racing Magpie, empower Oceti Sakowin…
SMAC: Artist Equity Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southwest Minnesota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary The SMAC Artist Equity Grants provide essential…
SMAC: Artist Growth Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southwest Minnesota Arts Council Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: May 18, 2025 Summary The SMAC Artist Growth Grants support artists at any…
Small Grant Program for Individuals Status: Currently under review as of April 2026; second round was cancelled due to budgetary constraints in FY2026 Geographic Scope: Arrowhead region (Aitkin,…
Overview The Smithsonian Artist Research Fellowship (SARF) program was launched in 2007 to provide outstanding visual artists from across the world a unique opportunity to work with Smithsonian…
Snapdragon Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Visual Arts Exchange Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview About The mission of the Snapdragon Fund is to support…
Overview _NOTE: Applications for this program are now closed._ Detailed Program Description South Arts believes that rural communities deserve great art, and can require specialized support to make…
South Arts Individual Artist Career Opportunity Grants Overview: South Arts recognizes that more than an invitation to participate in a significant milestone opportunity is required; even with…
Overview _NOTE: This grant program is currently on pause. _ Presentation Grants Program Presentation Grants are an opportunity for organizations in South Arts' nine-state region to receive fee…
South Arts State Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The South Arts State Fellowship offers a $5,000 grant to artists…
South Florida Cultural Consortium Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Broward County Cultural Division Amount: US $7,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The South Florida Cultural…
Southern Arts Recovery Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Southern Arts Recovery Fund Grant, coordinated by South Arts,…
Southern Exposure's Alternative Exposure (AltEx) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southern Exposure Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary Southern Exposure's Alternative Exposure…
Southern Prize and State Fellowships for Visual Arts Overview: The Southern Prize and State Fellowships are open to visual artists in the nine-state region to support, expose, and celebrate the…
Southwest Gate Portal Artworks Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Houston Arts Alliance Amount: US $60,000 Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Southwest Gate Portal Artworks Grant invites artists…
Grants for Visual Artists 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.