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779 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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779 grants found

Fellowship to a USA Native American Writer to Develop and Present New Work

Deadline: 07/15/26

Fellowships to a USA Native American writers to create and present new work. The fellowship is intended to assist writers at all stages of their careers. Eligible applicants produce work in one of the following genres: fiction, nonfiction, drama, poetry, playwriti...

GrantWatch ID#: 201185

Grants to Quebec Artists, Art Collectives, and Organizations to Support Artists Who Are Deaf o...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Quebec artists, art collectives, and organizations to support and promote the artistic endeavors of artists who are deaf or have a disability in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the professional development of artists and arts o...

GrantWatch ID#: 202672

Grants to USA Emerging Artists Pursuing a Career in Song-Driven Music to Support a Project to ...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to USA emerging artists pursuing a career in song-driven music to support a project that will boost their artistic endeavors. Funding is intended for projects including but not limited to creating a music video, producing music, and touring...

GrantWatch ID#: 221345

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International Student for an Outstanding Paper Related to Baltic or...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Prize of $300 to a USA, Canada, or International student for an outstanding paper related to Baltic or Nordic folklore. The prize will recognize exceptional essays, research-based media productions, or conference papers with a folklore topic related to Northern Eu...

GrantWatch ID#: 222498

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International Student for an Outstanding Project Related to Song an...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International student for a paper or presentation related to folk traditions in song or music. Eligible projects may be video presentations, audio presentations, or written papers and should combine research and analysis. Priority is giv...

GrantWatch ID#: 222500

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Student to Recognize Scholarship in the Field of Stor...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Award of $300 to a USA, Canada, or International student to recognize scholarship in the field of storytelling in folklore. The purpose of the award is to acknowledge a student paper that explores the process of creating narratives and storytelling. The prize is a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222506

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Graduate Student for Excellent Scholarship in the Fie...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International graduate student for excellent scholarship in the field of religious folklife and folk belief. The purpose of the award is to recognize a research paper written within the previous 17 months, which may be published ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222512

Award to a USA or International Individual or Organization for Contributions in Education

Deadline: 07/15/26

Award of $100 to a USA, Canada, or international organization or individual for outstanding contributions in traditional cultural education. This award is intended to recognize a developed work that effectively inspires K–12 educators or students to engage with ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222513

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Students and Individuals in Recognition of Outstandin...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International students and individuals in recognition of outstanding writing related to women's folklore. Submissions by undergraduate and graduate students must be a maximum of 30 pages and be part of their degree program. Scholarly sub...

GrantWatch ID#: 222518

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Junior and Senior Scholars to Recognize Exceptional P...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Awards of $400 to USA, Canada, and International junior and senior scholars to recognize exceptional papers that focus on folklore and science. One award will be given to a senior scholar and one to a junior scholar. The presentation length paper should address th...

GrantWatch ID#: 222519

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Student Scholar to Recognize Exceptional Research Add...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Award of $500 to a USA, Canada, or International student scholar to recognize exceptional research addressing folklore in the Mediterranean region. Graduate and advanced undergraduate students may apply. All topics and subject areas in the discipline will be consi...

GrantWatch ID#: 222521

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Scholar for African American Culture Works

Deadline: 07/15/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International academic or scholar in recognition of outstanding works related to African American culture. The award is intended to honor an ethnographer, folklorist, or ethnomusicologist for research or documentation presented in essay ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222525

Awards to USA, Canada, and Internation...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students for outstanding research papers related to food and foodways. Eligible entries incorporate current folkloric viewpoints in their studies. Winning students, who will present their papers a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222543

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Students, and Early Career Scholars in Recognition of...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Awards of $200 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduates, graduate students, and early career scholars in recognition of outstanding papers related to children's folklore. In addition to the monetary award, winning entries will be extended an invitation to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222545

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Student or Recent Graduate in Recognition of an Outst...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate in recognition of an outstanding project related to folk art or material culture. Eligible entries may take the form of multimedia presentations or traditional papers an...

GrantWatch ID#: 222546

Prize to a USA, Canada, or International Undergraduate Student for a Research Paper Related to...

Deadline: 07/15/26

Prize of $250 to a USA, Canada, or International undergraduate student for a research paper related to folklore. The purpose of the program is to recognize excellent works that address topics related to religious folklife and folk belief. Eligible papers must be w...

GrantWatch ID#: 222576

Grants to Texas Artists and Curators to Produce and Present Quality Work of Art

Deadline: 07/15/26

Grant to Texas artists and curators in eligible locations to present high-quality artworks that engage the community. Funding is intended for projects in all media and from artists with varied experience and backgrounds. Proposals should include the production sta...

GrantWatch ID#: 228973

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Documentary Filmmakers to Complete Projects

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International documentary filmmakers to complete projects. Funding is intended exclusively for the post-production phase. Eligible film topics include the environment, culture, social justice, activism, and adventure. Pri...

GrantWatch ID#: 222418

Fellowship to a USA Filmmaker to Complete a Work in Progress

Deadline: 07/16/26

Fellowship to a USA filmmaker to complete a work in progress. In addition to a cash award, the fellow will receive mentorship, networking opportunities, story and editing consultation, and coverage of travel, lodging, and admittance fees for the funding source's a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222419

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Individuals in Eligible Locations for Arts and Cultural Proje...

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Ontario nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and individuals in eligible locations to strengthen the creative community. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to enhance opportunities for l...

GrantWatch ID#: 173486

Grants to North Carolina Experienced and Early-Stage Artists for a Mentorship Program

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of $3,000 and grants of $7,000 to North Carolina established culture bearers and emerging artists in eligible locations for participation in a mentorship program. Funding is intended to promote the development, transmission, and practice of a variety of fol...

GrantWatch ID#: 201839

Grants to Washington Individuals, CBOs, and Business Organizations for Arts and Cultural Activ...

Deadline: 07/18/26

Grants to Washington individuals, community groups, neighborhood associations, and business organizations for arts and cultural activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that enrich cultural diversity, i...

GrantWatch ID#: 210959

Opportunity for International Asian Artists to Participate in a Residency and Contest

Deadline: 07/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Asian artists to participate in a residency program and contest that explore various artistic media in relation to Asia. Eligible media include film, animation, video art, games, and motion graphics. Submitted entries...

GrantWatch ID#: 214890

Grants to Canada Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Artists for Creation, Training, and Exhibitions ...

Deadline: 07/22/26

Grants to Canada Native nonprofit and for-profit organizations, artists, arts and cultural professionals, and groups for artistic activities that support cultural heritage, creativity, and knowledge. Funding is intended to assist with projects such as the producti...

GrantWatch ID#: 177876

Grants to Washington Individuals, Businesses, Organizations, and Agencies for Historic Preserv...

Deadline: 09/10/26 Conference Date: 07/22/26 LOI Date: 08/27/26

Grants to Washington government agencies, businesses, individuals, and organizations to preserve historic city landmarks and properties in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects focusing on the...

GrantWatch ID#: 125438

Grants to New York Artists, Collectives, Tribes, and Nonprofits for Arts Programming in Eligib...

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants of $1,000 to New York tribal entities, individual artists, collectives, nonprofit organizations, and unincorporated groups for arts programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended to ensure the ongoing success of arts and cultural activities and enable...

GrantWatch ID#: 209471

Grants to Minnesota Early-Career and Established Artists to Create New Work

Deadline: 07/28/26

Grants to Minnesota early-career and established individual artists in eligible locations to create new work. Funding is intended for projects that will include a public engagement opportunity with the new work through exhibitions, performances, or other activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 224766

Grants to Minnesota Artists and Cultural Bearers for Emergency Support

Deadline: 07/28/26

Grants of $500 to Minnesota artists and cultural bearers in eligible counties for emergency support. Funding is intended to cover a wide range of personal and professional expenses, including basic needs, health, loss of income, and creative expenses. Individuals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229521

Grants and Awards to Kansas and Missouri Film Directors and Writers to Promote Projects

Deadline: 07/29/26

Grants of $10,000 and an award of $1,000 to Kansas and Missouri movie directors and screenwriters to promote and recognize outstanding films and scripts. Funding is intended to assist early-stage filmmakers with works that positively impact the community and to ho...

GrantWatch ID#: 214029

Grants to Kansas Artists in Eligible Locations for Arts Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Kansas individual artists in eligible locations for arts projects. Funding is intended to promote artistic works and to support the creation of new work. The grant program is designed to celebrate the creative community and help propel wh...

GrantWatch ID#: 195434

Fellowships to New York City Writers for Career and Artistic Development

Deadline: 07/31/26

Fellowships of $5,000 to New York City writers for career and artistic development. Successful applicants will receive mentorship and networking communities, professional workshops, the opportunity to participate in public readings, and access to a writer's studio...

GrantWatch ID#: 203422

Grants to Washington Nonprofits and Individuals for Arts Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations and individuals for arts and cultural projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to offer cultural opportunities for residents and to attract regional artists and audiences that can con...

GrantWatch ID#: 214687

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Artists for Inclusive Projects in Eligibl...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit and for-profit organizations and individual artists for arts projects that benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support inclusive arts activities that represent a variety of cultures ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214758

Grants to Nova Scotia Owners of Heritage Properties for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to Nova Scotia owners of heritage properties in eligible regions for preservation activities. Funding is intended for projects on building exteriors, including roof work, window repairs, and painting. Eligible applicants are municipally-registered heritage ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214960

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals with Disabilities for Media Production

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals with disabilities for initiatives related to filmmaking and media production. Eligible proposals are for nonfiction new media projects and feature-length documentary films with a run time of at ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215207

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Individuals, Organizations, and Teams for Outstanding...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Awards to USA, Canada, and International organizations, individuals, and teams to recognize outstanding work in the field of psychoanalysis. Contributions to the field may be made by nominees and applicants in a broad range of fields, including teachers, artists, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220082

Grants to West Virginia Community Groups, Local Institutions, Public Entities, Private Enterpr...

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to West Virginia neighborhood and community groups, local institutions, public entities, private enterprises, and individuals for revitalization efforts in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects, programs, and activities that pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 224105

Grants to West Virginia Individuals, Nonprofits, and Businesses for America250 Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to West Virginia individuals, nonprofit and religious organizations, government agencies, businesses, and educational institutions for America250 initiatives involving historic preservation of eligible buildings. Funding is intended for a range of activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 228768

Grants to New Brunswick Artists for Capital Improvements and Equipment Purchases

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to New Brunswick early-career artists to purchase equipment and implement capital improvements. Funding is intended to assist local and recent immigrant artists with facility enhancements, the purchase of tools, and other acquisitions and im...

GrantWatch ID#: 164327

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Individuals, Schools, and Agencies to Support Local Arts and C...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, individuals, schools and school districts, and agencies to support local arts and cultural projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Eligible activities may include concert...

GrantWatch ID#: 172994

Awards to Alaska Individuals and Organizations for State History Preservation Efforts

Deadline: 08/01/26

Awards to Alaska individuals, historical societies, museums, and government agencies for contributions to the preservation, research, and understanding of state and local history. The award is intended to recognize those who have shown excellence in the education ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181888

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits, Agencies, Individuals, and Schools and School Districts in Eli...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, agencies, individuals, and schools and school districts in eligible regions for small cultural projects and programs. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended for events, series, fest...

GrantWatch ID#: 194015

Grants to USA Writers and Translators to Support Literary Projects

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to USA writers and translators to support the launch or completion of literary projects. Funding is intended to assist writers in genres that include, but are not limited to, memoirs, novels, essays, poetry books, and short story collections. Additionally, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 204729

Opportunity for Rhode Island Individuals to Join a List of Approved Teaching Artists

Deadline: 08/01/26

Opportunity for Rhode Island individuals to be included in a list of approved teaching artists. The opportunity is a chance for artists to be included in a roster of individuals whose credentials and skills have been endorsed and approved as eligible to lead educa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214693

Grants to Iowa Artists for Visual Arts Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 08/01/26

Grants of $8,000 to Iowa artists for visual arts projects in eligible locations. Applicants must submit an initial application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for experimental visual arts projects in a variety of formats. Artists must b...

GrantWatch ID#: 215347

Grants to Iowa Artists for Project Research and Development

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 08/01/26

Grants of $3,000 to Iowa artists in eligible locations to support the research and development of an ambitious project. Applicants must submit an initial application prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for projects that support under-resour...

GrantWatch ID#: 215350

In-Kind Support to Nova Scotia Individuals for Film Production Projects

Deadline: 08/01/26

In-kind support to Nova Scotia individuals for film production projects. Funding is intended to support local filmmakers by providing resources and equipment to create the applicant's first film. Successful applicants will also receive access to workshops, meeting...

GrantWatch ID#: 217837

In-Kind Support to Nova Scotia Individuals to Shoot an Analog Movie

Deadline: 08/01/26

In-kind support to Nova Scotia individuals to shoot an analog movie. Funding is intended to support local filmmakers by providing in-kind resources and equipment. The funding source will cover costs affiliated with shooting a short movie, including the actual film...

GrantWatch ID#: 217838

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for Diversity in the Field of Folklore

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars, graduate students, and other individuals for projects to foster diversity in the field of folklore. Funding is intended for community scholarship projects and to cover expenses related to attending...

GrantWatch ID#: 222487

Opportunity for Texas Artists to Participate in a Touring Art Exhibition and Compete for Prize...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Opportunity for Texas artists in eligible locations to participate in a touring art exhibition and compete for prizes for works of art in the field of sculpture. Selected applicants will participate in the tour, and winners will earn cash prizes of up to $2,000. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222890