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3,122 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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3,122 grants found

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/03/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for activities that enhance the quality of life for residents and fall into the categories of human services, health, environmental pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 158846

Opportunity for Kentucky High Schools to Participate in a Poetry Competition

Deadline: 10/03/26

Opportunity for Kentucky public and private high schools to participate in a nationwide poetry reading competition. The program provides teaching artist residencies, curriculum resources, and competition support to strengthen students’ public speaking, confidenc...

GrantWatch ID#: 162350

Grants to New York Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 10/18/26 LOI Date: 10/04/26

Grants to New York nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended for programs in the focus areas of arts and culture, education, yout...

GrantWatch ID#: 175589

Grants to Kansas Nonprofits and Agencies for Cultural Programming in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 11/01/26 LOI Date: 10/04/26

Grants of up to $6,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations and government agencies for cultural programming in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and submit an intent to apply before submitting a full application. Funding is intended for cultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 175686

Grants to Kansas Artists in Eligible Locations for Career Development

Deadline: 11/01/26 LOI Date: 10/04/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Kansas early-career artists in eligible locations for career development. Applicants must contact program staff and submit an intent to apply before submitting a full application. Funding is intended to assist artists in a range of artist...

GrantWatch ID#: 175690

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Publishing Houses to Support Continued Endeavors

Deadline: 10/04/26

Grants of $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International publishing houses to support continued endeavors. Funding is intended to sustain independent artists' book publishers. Priority will be given to publishers that feature underrepresented and emerging artists and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 223833

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Charities for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 10/04/26

Grants to Ontario nonprofit organizations and registered charities for community benefit projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities that aim to enhance the well-being of residents. Grants can be used for capital improvements, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 232526

Grants to California TK-12 Schools for Innovative Educational Programs

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to California TK-12 schools for educational programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support curriculum projects and programs and must be used for the direct benefit of students. The purpose of this program is to enable districts, schools, and t...

GrantWatch ID#: 137790

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Groups for Arts and Cultural Programs

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia arts, culture, and heritage nonprofit organizations and groups to support projects and programs that enrich the lives of local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for artistic, cultural, and creative activities, community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 139103

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and government agencies to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the local quality of life. Focus areas include community development, youth development, cultural activit...

GrantWatch ID#: 146075

Grants to Maryland Organizations for Programs and Activities to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 11/23/26 LOI Date: 10/05/26

Grants to Maryland organizations to benefit the community in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an LOI and complete the required registrations prior to applying. Focus areas include arts and humanities, health care, human services, education, and Catholic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155896

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits to Support Facility Rentals for Community Events

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations and charities to offset facility rental fees for community events and meetings in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities and projects that benefit the community and support recreational activities at...

GrantWatch ID#: 159067

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits for Programs that Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Indiana nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for sustainable projects that best address community needs in the focus areas of art, culture, and humanities; community and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160534

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits and Municipalities to Rehabilitate Historic Buildings

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Vermont nonprofit and faith-based organizations, municipalities, businesses, and individuals to renovate and restore historic buildings. Funding is intended for capital projects that enable the public to use the state's historic structur...

GrantWatch ID#: 175084

Grants to Ontario Qualified Charities and Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario registered charities and government agencies for projects and programs that address community needs in eligible locations. Grant funds may be requested to support innovative, new programs and charitable works or for existing prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 176020

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Benefit Residents in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the Foundation before applying. Focus areas include human needs, economic prosperity, historical and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 179891

Grants to Kentucky Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Kentucky nonprofit organizations, government entities, public schools, school districts, and faith-based entities to address community needs in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support both new and expanded projects that address the cultural, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 180536

Grants to Manitoba Arts Organizations, Artists, and Arts Professionals for PreK-12 School Prog...

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Manitoba arts organizations, groups, artists, arts and cultural professionals, and Indigenous knowledge keepers for collaborative arts programs in PreK-12 schools. Applicants must register in the online portal system prior to applying. Funding is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 181020

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations for new and existing projects that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support programs and activities focused on education, the arts, and child hunger. Eligible applicants are located ...

GrantWatch ID#: 182267

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Preservation and Heritage Projects

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government agencies for preservation and heritage projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to develop collaborations, encourage stewardship of natural resources, support preservation, and promote heritage t...

GrantWatch ID#: 186727

Grants to USA Professional Writers for Financial Support During Times of Crisis

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to USA professional writers for critical financial support during times of economic difficulty. Funding is intended to assist journalists, poets, authors, translators, and playwrights who can demonstrate how the funds will help them address a short-term fin...

GrantWatch ID#: 198123

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Works Related to Historic America

Deadline: 10/05/26

Fellowships of $2,200 to USA, Canada, and International individuals for research, discussion, and the creation of works related to pre-twentieth-century American history, culture, and literature. Eligible applicants include filmmakers, performing artists, writers,...

GrantWatch ID#: 198537

Grants to British Columbia CBOs for Events Related to Arts, Culture, and Youth

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia community-based organizations for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities, such as events and festivals, that highlight arts and culture and include youth-focused components....

GrantWatch ID#: 210029

Grants to British Columbia Arts and Culture Nonprofits for Community Events

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit arts and culture organizations, groups, and associations for events that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to maintain and promote the growth of established events and to support new events. Eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 215965

Grants to British Columbia Nonprofits and Historic Societies for Community Art Projects

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit organizations, historic societies, and community, heritage, and merchants' associations for community art projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to provide an opportunity for artists and residents to collaborate on a...

GrantWatch ID#: 215966

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International Artists to Develop Their Artistic Abilities

Deadline: 10/05/26

Residencies for USA, Canada, and International artists to develop their artistic abilities. The opportunity is available to artists within the following disciplines: printing, book arts, and papermaking. In addition to a stipend, participants will have access to t...

GrantWatch ID#: 216927

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits to Support Vital Community Services in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations to support vital community services in eligible locations. Funding is intended for purchasing tangibles and addressing issues such as education, food, clothing, and shelter. Applicants must serve communities in the funding...

GrantWatch ID#: 226094

Grants to Indiana Organizations for Community and Environmental Projects

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and community groups for projects that benefit local communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community service, economic development, food banks, health and rescue organizations, educational projects, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 229494

Grants to British Columbia Arts Nonprofits for Large-Scale Community Events

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit arts and culture organizations and groups for large-scale events that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to maintain and promote the growth of established events and to support new events. Eligible p...

GrantWatch ID#: 230169

Grants to British Columbia Arts Nonprofits for Community Arts Festivals

Deadline: 10/05/26

Grants to British Columbia nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and other recognized arts groups and collectives for community-based arts festivals. Funding is intended to maintain and promote the growth of established festivals and to support new events. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 230170

Grants to California Nonprofits and Artists for Arts Projects in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 10/13/26 Conference Date: 10/05/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations and artists for arts projects in eligible counties. Required registrations may take up to three business days to complete. Funding is intended to support the presentation or production of arts activities in a range of d...

GrantWatch ID#: 177939

Grants to Ontario Arts Nonprofits, Schools, and Individuals for Collaborative Indigenous Art P...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 and grants of up to $17,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations, First Nation schools, and individuals for projects that feature Indigenous arts and culture. The purpose of the program is to encourage the artistic collaboration of Indig...

GrantWatch ID#: 153147

Grants to Ontario Indigenous Artists, Nonprofits, and Groups to Support Indigenous Art

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to Ontario Indigenous artists, organizations, and groups to support Indigenous art. Funding is intended for the development, creation, and presentation of artwork, and for events that bring artists together. Eligible disciplines include dance, literature, m...

GrantWatch ID#: 153148

Grants to Michigan Organizations for Public Art Projects

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to Michigan organizations for public art events and projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide quality art experiences, encourage public engagement, and promote cultural understanding and appreciation through the arts. Projects should en...

GrantWatch ID#: 160788

Grants to Ontario Performing Arts Organizations for Arts Internships

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Ontario performing arts organizations for arts internships. Funding is intended for opportunities that will promote career development by offering new skills, knowledge, work experience, and industry contacts. The Foundation will support...

GrantWatch ID#: 171775

Grant to a New Brunswick Nonprofit, School, or Agency for a Community Benefit Initiative

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grant of up to $30,000 to a New Brunswick registered Canadian charity, amateur athletic associations, school, agency, or municipality for a bold initiative to benefit the local community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to address critical needs and provid...

GrantWatch ID#: 173647

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Groups, and Individuals for Music Work...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations, groups, and individuals for workshops and music programs that provide coaching and support to eligible amateur musicians. Funding may be used only for educational chamber music programs and wo...

GrantWatch ID#: 180316

Grants to USA College Graduates, Professionals, and Graduate Students for International Study,...

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants to USA college graduates, young professionals, and graduate students for international exchange programs. Funding is intended to provide students with opportunities for research, study, and teaching in a wide range of disciplines. Program opportunities incl...

GrantWatch ID#: 186910

Grants to USA Professional Dancers to Assist with Expenses in Times of Financial Crisis

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories professional dancers for support in facing financial challenges caused by circumstances beyond their control. Eligible uses of funding include expenses related to food, housing, medical, transportation, and other essen...

GrantWatch ID#: 199210

Opportunity for USA Young Artists to Compete for Artistic Support

Deadline: 10/06/26

Opportunity for USA young artists to compete for a cash prize and in-kind support in a variety of disciplines. The goal of the program is to identify outstanding young artists and encourage their development in the following disciplines: film, jazz, classical musi...

GrantWatch ID#: 211118

Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Projects

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and public institutions in eligible regions for community projects. Funding is intended for capital projects that create or improve community gathering spaces that are free and open...

GrantWatch ID#: 222149

Grants to Maryland Nonprofit and Government-Run Museums for Operating Support

Deadline: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Maryland nonprofit and government-run museums for operating support. The purpose of the grant program is to assist cultural and historical museums in building capacity, strengthening operations, and improving long-term sustainability. Fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 224743

Opportunity for USA Students, Recent Graduates, and Young Professionals to Study Abroad

Deadline: 10/06/26

Opportunity for USA graduate students, recent college graduates, and young professionals to study abroad in France. The program is intended for applicants in the arts, humanities, social sciences, life sciences, and hard sciences. Applicants may seek affiliation w...

GrantWatch ID#: 231980

Grants to Nevada Nonprofits for Programs and Projects to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 03/31/27 Conference Date: 10/06/26 LOI Date: 02/05/27

Grants to Nevada nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that address community needs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 140494

Grants to Florida Nonprofits for Arts and Science Youth Summer Camp Programs

Deadline: 11/13/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Florida nonprofit organizations to provide underserved children in eligible locations with high-quality arts and science summer programs. Applicants must attend an information workshop and complete the required registration before applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 144945

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits to Support Arts and Culture, Science, and Humanities Programming

Deadline: 11/13/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for arts and cultural, science, and humanities activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for organizations that offer visual and performing arts, science, and humanities programs, perfor...

GrantWatch ID#: 175097

Fellowships to Washington Individuals to Recognize Artistic Achievements

Deadline: 11/02/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Fellowships of $10,000 to Washington individual artists and teams of artists to recognize artistic contributions. The fellowship is intended to acknowledge exceptional achievements in a range of artistic disciplines, including media, literary, performing, and visu...

GrantWatch ID#: 176212

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 11/01/26 Conference Date: 10/06/26

Grants to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit local residents and communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and general operating support within the focus areas of community services, health, education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177905

Grants to British Columbia Writers to Create Works of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Drama

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $7,500 and grants of up to $15,000 to British Columbia writers and collaborations for literary projects. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for a range of genres, including storytelling, dub and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 149508

Grants to Ontario Arts Nonprofits and Minority Arts Curators for Exhibitions and Projects

Deadline: 10/07/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts organizations and Indigenous or minority arts curators for exhibitions and other curatorial projects. Funding is intended to enhance the ability of the province's public galleries, artist-run centers, and other org...

GrantWatch ID#: 153154
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