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819 Grants for Arts and Culture

Discover grants supporting arts and cultural initiatives, including those for artists, performing arts, music, dance, visual arts, theatre, written works, and film. Funding is available for accessible arts and cultural activities, museum programs, arts education, and career advancement in the arts.

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819 grants found

Grants to Colorado Educators, Presenters, Administrators, and Organizations to Create Unique A...

Deadline: 06/05/26 LOI Date: 05/20/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado educators, presenters, administrators, and organizations for programs that expose students to the arts. Funding is intended to give students enhanced instruction in the creative process, access to techniques and tools, and new ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 178127

Award to a New York Artist for Performance Art

Deadline: 05/01/26

Award of $10,000 to a New York mid-career or emerging artist to develop a major performance artwork in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects in performance, media, exhibition, and/or publication. Eligible applicants are based in and work in N...

GrantWatch ID#: 226176

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Create and Perform Depictions of American ...

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants of $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and perform presentations depicting various elements of democracy. Eligible performances must be new works and may be multi-disciplinary or in the fields of opera, music, dance, and theater. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 213606

Grants to Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia New Artists in Eligible Counties to Support Their ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of $5,000 to Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia new artists in eligible counties to support their practice. Funding is intended to support a range of artists, including visual arts, performing arts, and food and medicine traditions. Applicants should be trad...

GrantWatch ID#: 227259

Grants to Oregon Nonprofits, Property Owners, and Local Agencies for Building Restorations

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Oregon nonprofit organizations, private property owners, and local governments to renovate and restore historic buildings. Applicants are required to register in the online system prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the reh...

GrantWatch ID#: 181011

Grants to Illinois Artists to Promote the Creation of Art

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $500 to Illinois artists to promote the creation of art in eligible regions. Funding is intended for expenses related to reserving a venue, purchasing equipment or supplies, attending a class, or obtaining resources essential to engaging in the art...

GrantWatch ID#: 220757

Fellowships to Alaska Artists to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: 05/05/26

Fellowships of $25,000 and in-kind support to Alaska artists for projects that promote professional and career development. Funding is intended to advance the state's culture, community vibrancy, and art. The grant will assist mid-career artists by supporting the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220513

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Individuals, and Organizations for Projects to Enhance the Quali...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Alberta-registered nonprofit charities, community groups, individuals, and societies in eligible locations for activities to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding areas of interest include the environment, community su...

GrantWatch ID#: 138337

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits and Individuals to Host Events to Showcase Local History

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $12,000 to Washington, DC nonprofit community-based organizations and individuals to host publicly accessible events that showcase local history. Funding is intended to expand public awareness of oral history projects about the district. Projects s...

GrantWatch ID#: 184971

Grants to USA Professionals, Scholars, Artists, and Academics to Support Research, Teaching, a...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to USA professionals, scholars, educators, administrators, and artists to support professional projects abroad. Awards will be offered to selected recipients specializing in a range of fields at all career levels. Eligible individuals may apply for projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 159878

Grants to Minnesota Artists, Arts Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Schools for Community Arts...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Minnesota individual artists, nonprofit arts organizations, government and tribal agencies, and schools for community arts activities. Funding is intended for activities that provide meaningful arts experiences within local communities. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208740

Grants to USA Artists and Arts Nonprofits for Arts Tourism Programs

Deadline: 05/31/26 Conference Date: 04/27/26

Grants of up to $15,000 and up to $50,000 to USA artists and arts nonprofit organizations for arts tourism programs in eligible regions. The program will be a week-long event in Florida during Fall 2026, with the goal of attracting tourists through art exhibits, p...

GrantWatch ID#: 228296

Grants to New Jersey Nonprofits and Artists for Arts and Cultural Programming

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to New Jersey nonprofit organizations, schools, community members, and artists to provide arts and cultural programming for underserved communities in eligible locations. Eligible projects include community healing, art-based therapies, self...

GrantWatch ID#: 180043

Grants to Illinois Individuals for Arts Projects that Foster Just Communities

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois individuals, including journalists, community advocates, educators, artists, and others, for humanities- and arts-based projects that build just communities. Funding is intended for performances, publications, podcasts, research ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190548

Awards and In-Kind Support to USA Organization Founders Ages 50 and Over to Recognize Positive...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards of $75,000 and in-kind support to USA individual nonprofit founders ages 50 and older to recognize efforts to create a positive impact. The award is intended to acknowledge organizational leaders who use their life experiences to make a difference. Applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 180642

Grants to New Hampshire and Maine Artists for Professional Development Activities

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to New Hampshire and Maine artists in eligible regions for professional development activities. Funding is intended to support projects that further artistic careers, work, and research in areas such as crafts, photography, experimental visual arts, and 2- ...

GrantWatch ID#: 183135

Fellowships to USA Independent Scholars and Researchers to Conduct Archival Research on Underr...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Fellowships of $5,000 to USA and territories independent scholars and researchers to conduct archival research on underrepresented American craft types. Funding is intended to support craft research, to disseminate the findings, and to put a spotlight on typically...

GrantWatch ID#: 211393

Grants to North Dakota and Minnesota Artists for Professional Development Activities

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to North Dakota and Minnesota artists in eligible counties for professional development activities. Funding is intended to support training, equipment, supplies, and facility rentals, as well as expenses incurred for performances and the cre...

GrantWatch ID#: 184108

Fellowships to New York Photographers in Eligible Counties for Career Development

Deadline: 05/19/26

Fellowships of $8,000 to New York photographers in eligible locations for career development. Funding is intended to support a range of opportunities for artists, including publications featuring photographers, new works, exhibitions, and artist-in-residence progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 196911

Grants to Missouri and Illinois Artists to Support New Projects

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Missouri and Illinois artists in eligible locations to support new projects. Funding is intended for projects that have a strong visual impact and visual arts component. Projects should be open to the general public. Projects must take pl...

GrantWatch ID#: 190274
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Grants to Washington Organizations and Artists to Promote the Arts in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants and in-kind production services to Washington organizations, artists, and community-based groups to promote the arts in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop and present pop-up performances throughout the year. Artistic disciplines may include ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214755

Grants to California Theatre Companies and Individual Artists to Support Creative Theatre Proj...

Deadline: 04/29/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to California theatre companies and individual artists for creative theatre projects. Eligible expenses include support of capacity-building, artistic projects, full-scale public performances, works by multiple artists, and operating costs o...

GrantWatch ID#: 181128

Grants to California Artists and Arts Nonprofits for Visual and Performing Arts Programs

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to California artists and grants of up to $25,000 to nonprofit organizations for performing and visual arts programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help local arts organizations and artists develop creative and innovative work....

GrantWatch ID#: 197710

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and Artists to Enhance Arts and Cultural Opportunities

Deadline: 05/16/26

Grants to Florida nonprofit organizations, artist groups, and individual artists to enhance arts and cultural opportunities for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to establish art installations and support artist careers. Eligible proposals benef...

GrantWatch ID#: 162777

Grants to USA Teaching Artists for Career Development in the Fields of Arts and Education

Deadline: 05/04/26

Grants of $10,000 to USA and territories teaching artists for professional development in the fields of art and education. Grantees will participate in a program that includes trainings, workshops, and mentorship. Funding is intended for artists whose practices in...

GrantWatch ID#: 206497

Grants to USA Artists, Designers, Architects, Arts Organizations, Nonprofits, and CBOs to Crea...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA and territories artists, designers, architects, arts organizations, nonprofits, and community-based organizations to create, restore, and install public murals. Eligible projects must be produced for installation on or within public ...

GrantWatch ID#: 213836

Grants to Utah Nonprofits and Artists for Arts Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of $2,000 and grants of $4,000 to Utah community councils, nonprofit organizations, individual artists, and artist groups for art projects that benefit local residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for a range of arts programs and projects th...

GrantWatch ID#: 179105

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Groups to Enhance Public Spaces

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit and for-profit organizations, teams of residents, and community groups for projects that enhance public neighborhood spaces in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that bring character, color, and i...

GrantWatch ID#: 207444

Grants to Massachusetts Artists in Eligible Regions for Projects and Community Engagement

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts individual artists in eligible locations for projects that engage the community and foster participation of all audiences. Eligible initiatives include but are not limited to arts projects for underserved communities, works...

GrantWatch ID#: 158597
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits and Individuals for Arts and Cultural Programming

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas nonprofit organizations and individual artists for arts and cultural programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for innovative arts projects and activities that engage public audiences, promote tour...

GrantWatch ID#: 184497

Grants to Massachusetts Visual Artists and Collaborators to Support New Project Development

Deadline: 05/27/26

Grants to Massachusetts visual artists, cultural organizers, arts writers, curators, and collaborators in eligible counties for the development of new visual arts projects. Funding is intended for early-stage visual artists to develop new projects and future ideas...

GrantWatch ID#: 203671
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Grants to Florida Artists for Professional Development Efforts and Arts Projects

Deadline: 04/19/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Florida artists for professional development efforts in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that promote artistic excellence and increase access to original and diverse arts experiences. The grant program is designed to s...

GrantWatch ID#: 208521
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Opportunity for USA High School Students to Participate in a Video Contest About Science

Deadline: 04/19/26

Opportunity for USA and territories high school students to participate in a video contest about science. Awards are intended to highlight teen involvement and interest in science. Winners will have the chance to meet with scientists, tour a federal science campus...

GrantWatch ID#: 212598
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Award to a USA Individual, Group, or Organization to Recognize Efforts Supporting First Amendm...

Deadline: 04/20/26

Award of $10,000 to a USA and territories individual, group, or organization to recognize exceptional work in preserving and protecting one or more of the First Amendment rights. The work must have been completed during the past calendar year. The award was establ...

GrantWatch ID#: 156084
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Grants to Texas Educators to Improve Education

Deadline: 04/20/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Texas educators for projects to improve classroom education in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support creative programs for all subjects and grade levels that reach beyond the traditional curriculum and are not included in the...

GrantWatch ID#: 169408
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Opportunity for International Individuals to Develop Social Innovation Projects Benefitting Eu...

Deadline: 04/20/26

Opportunity for International individuals seeking to implement projects involving Jewish culture. Participants will attend a 10-day summer program where they will acquire the skills and support they need to get their project started or to progress to the next stag...

GrantWatch ID#: 171285
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Grants to USA Senior Visual Artists for Artwork Presentation and Preservation

Deadline: 04/20/26

Grants of $5,000 to USA visual artists over the age of 60 for artwork preservation and historical documentation. Funding is intended to help visual artists initiate new work or a special project, create a website, acquire studio space, catalog their art or their h...

GrantWatch ID#: 180189
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Award to an Alaska Artist to Recognize Outstanding Cultural and Artistic Contributions

Deadline: 04/20/26

Award of $50,000 to an Alaska artist to recognize outstanding artistic accomplishments and cultural contributions to the state. Applicants may work in any artistic discipline. Eligible artists have a large and independent body of work and many years of experience ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182522

Opportunity for Canada Artists and Artist Teams to Create an Art Installation to be Displayed ...

Deadline: 06/01/26 LOI Date: 04/20/26

Opportunity for Canada artists and artist teams to create an art installation to be displayed in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a preliminary application prior to a full grant application. The purpose of the opportunity is to create a mural th...

GrantWatch ID#: 227834

Grants and In-Kind Support to Ontario Artists and Nonprofits for Public Arts Programming

Deadline: 06/09/26 Conference Date: 04/20/26

Grants and in-kind support to Ontario artists, arts collectives, and nonprofit organizations to provide public programs in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects and programming in a range o...

GrantWatch ID#: 165194

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Artists and Galleries to Add Art to a Collect...

Deadline: 05/18/26 Conference Date: 04/20/26

Grants of up to $15,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia individuals and nonprofit arts organizations and galleries in eligible regions to contribute to a fine art collection. Funding is intended for the acquisition and deliver...

GrantWatch ID#: 183570
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Grants to Ontario Arts Nonprofits, Artists, Artist Groups, and Schools for Arts Projects With ...

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, individual artists, artist groups and collectives, school boards, and First Nation or Indigenous schools for arts projects that encourage local community participation. Funding is intended to promote collaboration be...

GrantWatch ID#: 153155
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Grants to Ontario Professional Musicians, Composers, Orchestras, and Choirs to Record Music

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants of up to $4,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Ontario musicians to record music. Eligible applicants include composers, music ad hoc groups, collectives and organizations, choral training groups, and community orchestras and choirs. Grants are available in...

GrantWatch ID#: 153157
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Grants to Yukon Musicians to Expand the Province's Music Industry

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $30,000 to Yukon musicians to expand the province's music industry. Funding is intended to help both novices and established musicians build enduring careers in the music industry. Yukon resident musicians can apply as i...

GrantWatch ID#: 203951
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Fellowships to USA Scholars and Junior Scholars to Conduct Research Projects Related to Wester...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Fellowships to USA and territories scholars and junior scholars to conduct research projects related to Western civilization and American history. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Fellows will receive $5,000 pe...

GrantWatch ID#: 151114
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Grants to USA Faculty and Staff Affiliated with HBCUs for Humanities Research Projects

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA and US Virgin Islands faculty and staff affiliated with HBCUs for humanities research projects. Applicants must create or verify the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support research projects at Histor...

GrantWatch ID#: 164801
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Grants to USA Writers to Write Nonfiction Humanities Books on American and Western History and...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA writers to write nonfiction books related to the humanities. Applicants are advised that required registration may take at least two weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support the writing of well-researched books in American c...

GrantWatch ID#: 177811
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Grants to Canada Arts Organizations, First Nations, and Presenting Organizations to Foster Pub...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants to Canada arts organizations, groups, First Nations groups, and presenting organizations for projects that foster public enjoyment and appreciation of the arts. Grants fund a wide range of live events, publications, and other initiatives that build connecti...

GrantWatch ID#: 177919
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Fellowships to USA Researchers to Advance Japanese Studies Throughout the Country

Deadline: 04/22/26

Fellowships to USA individual researchers to further Japanese studies throughout the country. The fellowship program is intended to support innovative research projects in subjects that include, but are not limited to, economics, sociology, political science, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180871
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Grants to USA Young Musicians for Costs Associated with Studying Classical Music

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA young musicians for costs associated with studying classical music. Funding is intended to offset the financial costs of expenses including but not limited to instruments, camp tuition, private lessons, and audition travel. The grant...

GrantWatch ID#: 206604