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3,100 Grants for Arts and Culture

Discover grants supporting arts and cultural initiatives, including those for artists, performing arts, music, and dance. Additional funding covers visual arts, graphic arts, theatre, written works, and film. Grants are also available for accessible arts and cultural activities, museum programs, arts education, and career advancement in the arts.

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3,100 grants found

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits and Community Groups for Capital Improvements to Recreational and...

Deadline: 09/26/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations and community groups for capital improvements to recreational facilities in eligible communities. The purpose of the program is to ensure that cultural and recreational facilities are available to local residents and visit...

GrantWatch ID#: 147237

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 Ontario Music Trade Associations and Organizations to Benefit the Music Industry

Deadline: 10/29/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit music trade associations and music service organizations for activities to benefit the economic growth of the local music industry. New applicants must contact staff before applying. Program goals include increasing opportunities for co...

GrantWatch ID#: 228171

Grants to New York Arts and Culture Nonprofits and Agencies for Preservation Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to New York arts and culture organizations, nonprofit organizations, and municipalities for community preservation projects. Applicants must submit a pre-application before being invited to submit a full proposal. Funding is intended for do...

GrantWatch ID#: 229126

Grants to Ohio Artists to Support Artistic Advancement

Deadline: 08/24/26

Grants of $1,500 to Ohio artists in eligible regions to promote artistic advancement and professional development. Funding is intended to offset the costs of creative projects, materials, equipment, events, and a wide variety of artist‑specific needs. Grants can...

GrantWatch ID#: 219793

Grants to Canada Research Teams to Support Innovative Collaborative Research Projects

Deadline: 10/20/26 LOI Date: 08/18/26

Grants to Canada research teams to support innovative collaborative research projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects in a broad range of impact areas, including but not limited to health, envir...

GrantWatch ID#: 221085
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Grants to Illinois Property Owners for Landmark Restoration

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Illinois property owners to preserve and upgrade landmarks in eligible locations. Funding is intended to renovate individually designated landmarks and contributing buildings in landmark districts. The grant aims to restore designated landmark buildings ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221303

Grants to Tennessee Artists for Visual Arts Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of $7,500 to Tennessee artists to develop innovative and accessible art projects. Funding is intended to assist visual artists and artist collectives in creating non-traditional, independent, and public-facing projects that enrich the conversation within th...

GrantWatch ID#: 215558

Grants to USA BIPOC Deaf Artists for Career Development

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of $1,000 to USA and territories BIPOC deaf and hard of hearing artists for career development. Established and emerging artists may apply. Eligible disciplines include performing, media, literary, tactile, and visual. Priority is for applicants who have a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216572

Grants to New York Arts and Cultural Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to New York qualifying nonprofit arts and cultural organizations for activities that benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to be used for immediate programming purposes. Eligible organizations are small- and medium-size...

GrantWatch ID#: 205240

Grants to New Mexico and Texas Nonprofits and Schools for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to New Mexico and Texas nonprofit organizations and public schools for projects that benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of community services, healthcare, environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 183674

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Agencies to Promote Tourism

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations and government agencies for activities and projects that promote tourism in eligible areas. Funding is intended for the development, acquisition, and operation of tourism-related facilities. The grant program seeks to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 138127
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Assist the Creative Industry

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to promote economic development and support the local creative industry. Funding is intended to develop the film and creative workforce, support local productions, and promote collaborations by supporting m...

GrantWatch ID#: 230232
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Enhance Local Tourism

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for projects that promote local tourism. Funding is intended to improve visitor services, enhance cultural offerings, maximize the economic impact of cruise ship passengers, and benefit local businesses. Th...

GrantWatch ID#: 230235

Grants to Canada IHEs and Research Institutions for Projects to Increase Capacity

Deadline: 01/26/27 LOI Date: 09/29/26

Grants to Canada universities, colleges, research hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions for transformative infrastructure projects that will underpin cutting-edge, globally competitive research. Applicants are required to submit a notice of intent prior t...

GrantWatch ID#: 168097

Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits to Cover Travel Costs

Deadline: 11/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to cover travel costs. Funding is intended to help spread the knowledge and culture of Native Hawaiian Indigenous peoples. The goal of the program is to help organizations and individuals who would benefit f...

GrantWatch ID#: 229187

Grants to USA Publications and Literary Arts Organizations to Support Writers

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to USA publications and literary arts organizations to support creative writers. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz before applying. Funding is intended for one-time, new projects that address challenges faced by literary arts nonprofit organizati...

GrantWatch ID#: 229958

Grants to New Brunswick Nonprofits to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 09/29/26

Grants to New Brunswick nonprofit organizations, registered charities, community organizations, and IHEs in eligible locations for community programs and projects to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for a range of innovative programs that improve the q...

GrantWatch ID#: 175670

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Business Development

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to North Carolina artists in eligible regions for artistic development. Funding is intended for craft, performing, visual, interdisciplinary, and traditional art mediums for established and emerging artists. The goal of this program is to as...

GrantWatch ID#: 230495

Grants to Quebec Nonprofits and Artist Cooperatives for Arts Projects

Deadline: 08/19/26

Grants to Quebec nonprofit organizations and artist cooperatives in eligible regions for activities to develop their artistic endeavors. Funding is intended to support the creation and production of projects from across the range of arts disciplines that are at an...

GrantWatch ID#: 166998
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Fellowships to Rhode Island Artists for Artistic Projects and Professional Development

Deadline: 08/10/26

Fellowships to Rhode Island emerging and mid-career artists to devote time to creative projects and professional development. These Fellowships allow the individuals time to devote to the development of their careers, their creative process, and to add to the body...

GrantWatch ID#: 170544

Grants to Virginia Entities for Out-of-School Enrichment Centers

Deadline: 09/03/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, faith-based organizations, and IHEs for community out-of-school enrichment centers. Funding is intended to improve outcomes for students at schools that are low-performing. Applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153475
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 08/10/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, public schools, and faith-based entities for projects that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of conservation and animals, arts and culture, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 158996
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Grants to Massachusetts Public Libraries to Promote the Arts

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Massachusetts public libraries in eligible locations to promote the arts. Funding is intended to elevate the arts and highlight the essential role libraries play in building community cohesion. The grant program seeks to make arts and cu...

GrantWatch ID#: 230478

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of $25,000 to Iowa nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and government entities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Grant funds may be requested for projects and programs that have a positive impact on the quality of life for resident...

GrantWatch ID#: 173174

Grants to Washington Arts Nonprofits for Organizational Support

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Washington nonprofit and tribal organizations with an arts and culture focus for operating support. Funding is intended to be used in whatever way will be the most impactful for the awarded organizations and the communities they serve. P...

GrantWatch ID#: 206755

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Schools, Tribal Organizations, and Agencies for Humanities Medi...

Deadline: 01/15/27

Grants to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, schools, tribal organizations, and government agencies for humanities projects and programs. Eligible projects must feature a digital or media component, including television, radio, film, internet sites, and other digit...

GrantWatch ID#: 176649

Grants to Nebraska Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and Libraries for Small Humanities Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Nebraska nonprofit organizations, government and tribal agencies, schools, and libraries for small-scale public humanities projects. Eligible activities are those that involve a humanities professional, are free or have a minimal charge, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178565
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Grants to Hawaii Nonprofits for Activities to Maintain and Preserve Property

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Hawaii nonprofit organizations for activities to maintain and preserve property in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support historical preservation, resource management, and upkeep related to public safety. Allowable expenses include, but are n...

GrantWatch ID#: 230947
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Grants to North Carolina Arts Nonprofits to Promote Arts Activities

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to North Carolina nonprofit arts organizations to promote arts activities in eligible locations. First-time applicants must attend an informational workshop or meet with program staff prior to applying. Preference is for emerging, new, and g...

GrantWatch ID#: 222918

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Public Humanities Programs

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for public humanities programs. Funding is intended for activities, such as workshops, presentations, exhibitions, and lecture series, which involve community leaders and huma...

GrantWatch ID#: 184852
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Opportunity for a California Poet to Serve as Poet Laureate

Deadline: 08/14/26

Opportunity for a California poet in eligible locations to serve as poet laureate. The recipient of the position will be responsible for promoting poetry and literary arts within the community. The poet laureate will serve as a resource for local poetry and litera...

GrantWatch ID#: 198395

Grants to Florida Nonprofits and For-Profits for Community Projects

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Florida nonprofit and for-profit organizations for events and projects that promote tourism, cultural vibrancy, and community engagement in eligible locations. Funding is intended to create engaging, community-focused events that celebra...

GrantWatch ID#: 222952

Grants to Texas Nonprofits and For-Profits to Promote Historic Restoration and Tourism

Deadline: 08/18/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit and for-profit organizations for historic restoration and preservation projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote tourism through historic preservation projects and activities rooted in local history and heritage. Elig...

GrantWatch ID#: 190754
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Community Events and Festivals

Deadline: 08/12/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for community events and festivals in eligible locations. Funding is intended for events that create community vibrancy, benefit the economy, encourage arts and culture, and more. Eligible events ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 231387

Grants to Maryland Arts Nonprofits and Youth Organizations to Engage Youth in the Arts

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland nonprofit arts and youth organizations for activities that benefit children and youth in eligible locations. Funding is intended to engage children and youth in artistic expression through high-quality arts programming. Of parti...

GrantWatch ID#: 210300
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Fellowships to Minnesota BIPOC Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/12/26

Fellowships, including a $500 stipend and in-kind technical assistance, to Minnesota artists from BIPOC communities to promote professional and career development in the printmaking sector. The program is intended for individuals with experience in one or more pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 222229
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Grants to Illinois Entities to Train Graduates for Positions in Television and Film Production

Deadline: 08/13/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, businesses, and educational entities to train local high school graduates for entry-level positions in television and film production. Applicants must complete prequalifications and registrations prior to applying. These...

GrantWatch ID#: 208902

Grants to Utah Folk and Traditional Artists to Train Emerging Artists

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Utah master artists to train emerging artists in the traditional arts. This program supports qualifying new artists who wish to study with a traditional master artist of a Native, ethnic, rural, or occupational community. The master artis...

GrantWatch ID#: 175021
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Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Projects to Enhance Outdoor Spaces

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of up to $50,000 per year to New York City nonprofit organizations for activities to improve outdoor spaces for the benefit of local residents. Funding is intended to support a wide range of projects and programs to manage, enhance, and advocate for open sp...

GrantWatch ID#: 211162

Grants to Arizona Neighborhoods for Community Building Activities

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Arizona neighborhoods in eligible regions for community building and improvement activities. Funding is intended to support programs, projects, services, and events that promote community spirit and engage local residents. Eligible activ...

GrantWatch ID#: 175866

Grants to North Carolina Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to North Carolina individual artists and collaboratives in eligible locations for professional development opportunities. Funding is intended to assist new and established artists who aspire to improve their skills, enhance their business op...

GrantWatch ID#: 191557
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Grants to Utah Artists for Professional Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Utah individual artists to support professional development and promote career advancement. Funding is intended to help artists access professional opportunities and take advantage of resources that advance their artistic careers. Applica...

GrantWatch ID#: 199557

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals for Historic Preservation

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, agencies, and individuals for historic preservation activities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the acquisition, preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of historic properties. Eligible...

GrantWatch ID#: 210791

Grants to USA Arts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes in Multiple States for Arts Programming

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit arts organizations, government agencies, and tribal entities in multiple states for community arts programming. Funding is intended for programs that expand audiences for regional artists, increase access to the arts, and b...

GrantWatch ID#: 222366
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Grants to California Music Entrepreneurs to Promote Professional Development

Deadline: 08/14/26

Grants to California music creators and businesses in eligible locations to promote professional development. Funding is intended to support artists and artist teams whose work is rooted in bold innovation, lived experience, and community expression. The grant see...

GrantWatch ID#: 231680

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, faith-based entities, schools, and government agencies for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is for projects that strengthen public safety, support families, and expand ...

GrantWatch ID#: 231134

Grants to Quebec Artist Collectives to Support Projects Across the Arts Disciplines

Deadline: 08/19/26

Grants to Quebec qualifying artist collectives in eligible locations to support arts projects and related activities. Funding is intended to support research, production, creation, and dissemination in a wide range of disciplines as well as publication of cultural...

GrantWatch ID#: 201570
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits for Arts and Cultural Projects

Deadline: 08/16/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that advance creative placemaking in the region. Eligible projects include poetry, literature, and music therapy programmin...

GrantWatch ID#: 231188

Grants to Arizona Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Arizona nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and public schools to enhance the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support a wide range of community benefit ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155550
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