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262 Arts and Culture Grants for United States

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Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribal Governments for Field Research in the Hum...

Deadline 09/24/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and tribal governments for field research in the humanities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to support research...

GrantWatch ID#: 191388
Upcoming

Grants to USA IHEs and Nonprofits for Humanities Projects That Benefit Underserved Populations

Deadline 10/07/25

Grants of up to $30,000 and grants of up to $60,000 to USA and territories IHEs and nonprofit organizations for humanities projects that benefit underserved populations. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to one month to complete. Grant cate...

GrantWatch ID#: 205495

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Communities Around the World

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for activities that positively impact people around the world and their communities. Support is primarily given to programs in the areas of architecture and the arts, education, empowering underserved communities, worker's rights, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 138286

Grants to USA Public Media Stations to Increase Capacity Through Partnership Development

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA public television and radio stations and nonprofit organizations to facilitate multi-station partnerships, strategic alliances, and collaborations that will increase each station's capacities and abilities. Funding will be provided for smaller grants that...

GrantWatch ID#: 145997

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Children's Advocacy, Medical Research, Education, and Arts Progra...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs in the areas of education, children's advocacy, medical research and initiatives, and the arts. Priority is given to proposals that involve specific projects with distinct goals, and grants that will have a notable imp...

GrantWatch ID#: 155284

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists for Assistance During Emergency Situations

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International professional artists for assistance due to devastating incidents and other unexpected events. This grant provides one-time financial assistance to artists who lack the resources to overcome emergency situations such as floods, f...

GrantWatch ID#: 159691

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Culture, Arts, Environment, and Technology

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives in the areas of culture, arts, environment, and technology. Within each of these areas, the Foundation places a special emphasis on education. While consideration may be given to proposals in other areas, the Founda...

GrantWatch ID#: 160389

In-Kind Support to USA Independent Filmmakers for Film Production Assistance

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind support to USA independent filmmakers for assistance in producing films. The program provides loans of professional-grade camera equipment and assistance with post-production. The program should benefit students and early-career filmmakers. Applicants may reque...

GrantWatch ID#: 161562
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Arts, Education, Health, and Children's Programming

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs in eligible regions. Focus areas include education, the arts, children, and healthcare. The Foundation continues to refine its priorities as opportunities and conditions change. Consideration will be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 162295
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects that Advance the Presentation...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for collection-based programs that improve the presentation and understanding of art from the United States. Applicants are required to submit concept notes prior to a full grant application. Consideratio...

GrantWatch ID#: 162528
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Small Community Pro...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations to develop small, community-based projects in a wide range of areas, including arts, community development, and technology. Funding is intended to create positive change in the co...

GrantWatch ID#: 162573

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Public Welfare Activities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for public welfare activities. Funding is intended to support impactful projects that address social needs across the globe. Requests will be accepted for activities in the areas of education, arts and cu...

GrantWatch ID#: 163829

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Projects that Advance Social and Economic Justice

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for social justice programs and activities. Funding is intended to advance social and economic justice while supporting the foundation's legacy of socially conscious musical plays and songs. Activities must fulfill ...

GrantWatch ID#: 164072
NEW

Grants to USA Organizations and Individuals for Programs that Benefit Eligible Native Tribes

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,500 to USA nonprofit organizations and individuals for a wide range of programs and projects that benefit eligible native populations. Funding is intended for activities and initiatives to enrich, enhance, and promote the overall well-being and welfa...

GrantWatch ID#: 164343

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs in Education, Arts and Culture, Social Services, and Hea...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to help improve the quality of life for underserved populations throughout the country. Funding is intended to address significant issues in the areas of social service, health, education, and arts and culture. Eligible applicants ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167237
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Programs and Initiatives to Benefit Youth

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives that benefit youth. Previously funded grants include the establishment of endowment scholarships at universities and other educational institutions. The Board seeks to grant funds to organizations in a ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167659

Grants to USA Artists to Address Urgent Needs Due to Emergencies

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $3,000 to USA and territories artists to address urgent needs due to emergencies. The purpose of the funding is to assist artists whose career or business is threatened by unforeseeable circumstances. This includes events such as natural disasters, emergency ...

GrantWatch ID#: 173757

In-Kind Donations of Books to USA Nonprofits, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies to Supplement Librar...

Deadline Ongoing

In-kind donations of books to USA nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, museums and libraries, and local, state, and federal government agencies to build library collections. The books must be chosen in person by a representative at the funding s...

GrantWatch ID#: 174863

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Eligible Artists to Support Personal or Professional ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible artists to support professional and personal needs. Funding is intended for a range of artists, including sculptors, painters, and those who work on paper. Eligible expenses include funds to cover basic living expenses,...

GrantWatch ID#: 175795
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Schools and Groups for In-School Educational Music Pe...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA, Canada, and International schools and other groups for in-school educational music programs. Although the Foundation appreciates all forms of music, priority is given to proposals that focus on bluegrass music. Live ensemble demonstrations ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176897

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Arts Organizations to Promote Canadian Artists Intern...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA, Canada, and International arts organizations for travel expenses aimed at promoting Canadian artistic works and artists internationally. Applicants must be registered in the application portal at least 30 days prior to applying. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177980
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Playwrights to Write, Develop, and Produce New Works ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International playwrights to develop and produce new plays about technology, science, and math. The funding source commissions not-yet-written plays, but does not accept unsolicited scripts. Previously commissioned works addressed nuclear fis...

GrantWatch ID#: 178395

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish College Graduates to Teach English in Isr...

Deadline Ongoing

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Jewish college graduates to participate in a 10-month program to teach English in disadvantaged communities throughout Israel. The purpose of the program is to close Israel’s educational achievement gap by advancing the E...

GrantWatch ID#: 180172

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives that Promote Jewish Values through Education, Science...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that promote and advance Jewish values through science, arts, and education. Applicants must complete an online eligibility quiz before being invited to apply. Proposals will be evaluated based on quality, potential, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 180251

Grants to USA Visual and Performing Artists for Unexpected Expenses Related to Projects and Pu...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories visual and performing artists to address unexpected expenses related to projects and public presentations. Projects may take place in the USA or in eligible countries abroad. Funding is intended for artists who have last-mi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180454

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Educational Institutions to Promote Japanese Language Learning

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA nonprofit educational institutions and organizations for Japanese-language educational programs on a national, state, or regional level. Priority is given to projects that benefit as many Japanese language teachers, programs, and learners ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180645
NEW

Grants to USA Professional Musicians for Emergency Living and Medical Expenses

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA professional musicians requiring emergency financial assistance. Applications may be submitted by established musicians representing any instrument or genre. The purpose of this program is to support American musicians by covering emergency medical and li...

GrantWatch ID#: 181863

Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits for Charitable Community Events

Deadline Ongoing

Sponsorships to USA nonprofit organizations for events that align with the funding source's charitable giving priorities. Consideration will be given to events that fall into the following categories: arts and culture, early childhood education, diversity and inclusion...

GrantWatch ID#: 182271

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Registered Charities to Support Early Career Artists

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International registered charities for programs that support artists who are in the early stages of their careers. Funding is intended for initiatives that provide mentorships, exposure, and apprenticeships to early-career artists. Eligible d...

GrantWatch ID#: 187501
NEW

Grants to USA Eligible Musicians and Families Facing Financial Difficulties Due to Health Conc...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA eligible musicians and families facing financial difficulties due to medical and related concerns. Funding may be used to cover a range of expenses, including medical and dental needs, and funeral and burial expenses. Funding is specifically intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 188565

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals in the Music Industry for Urgent Needs, I...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International eligible individuals in the music industry to address emergency needs, including those related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Grant funds may be used to respond to urgent needs such as food, medical and dental expenses,...

GrantWatch ID#: 188776
NEW

Grants to USA TV and Film Producers for Engaging Documentaries about the People of the Pacific...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and territories television and film producers to create documentaries about the culture and history of the people of the Pacific Islands. Funding is intended to support the creation of engaging programs that will be broadcasted on public television statio...

GrantWatch ID#: 189207
NEW

Grants to USA and Canada Entertainment-Sector Workers for Financial Assistance During Times of...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada entertainment-sector workers for financial assistance during times of crisis. Funding is intended to address the financial needs of individuals and their families whose major source of income is from a craft related to production. Eligible type...

GrantWatch ID#: 189226
NEW

Financial Assistance to USA Performing Arts and Entertainment Professionals Facing Financial H...

Deadline Ongoing

Financial assistance to USA individuals working in the field of performing arts and entertainment. Funding is intended to assist individuals facing financial hardship due to unforeseen circumstances. Assistance can help cover the cost of immediate basic living expenses...

GrantWatch ID#: 189534

Grants to USA and Canada Comic Creators in Need for Financial Support and Assistance

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada comic creators to provide financial support and assistance. Eligible applicants may be comic book letterers, inkers, colorists, pencilers, or writers who have worked in the field for at least ten years and can demonstrate evidence of financial ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189678

Grants to USA Musicians to Offset the Financial Impact of COVID-19 Related Loss of Income

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA musicians for urgent needs in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) global health crisis. Funding is intended to provide emergency assistance to jazz and blues performers and their families to cover basic living expenses. Eligible applicants may be strug...

GrantWatch ID#: 189679

Grants to USA Media Producers for Educational Programming

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA media producers for high-quality educational programming. Particular focus is given to reaching underserved audiences. Eligible projects include content for radio, television, and online videos. Collaboration between public media stations and independent ...

GrantWatch ID#: 192666

Grants to USA Documentary Film Directors and Producers for Urgent Needs

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA documentary film directors and producers for urgent financial needs. Funding is intended to assist filmmakers facing financial crises. Grant funds may be requested for groceries, car payments, utilities, and components of documentary project...

GrantWatch ID#: 194156
NEW

Grants to USA Entrepreneurs to Support Recovery After Natural Disasters

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $2,000 to USA and territories entrepreneurs to support recovery after a natural disaster. Funding is intended to help entrepreneurs who have faced business interruptions due to an unforeseen environmental event, such as a wildfire or hurricane. Eligible appli...

GrantWatch ID#: 195041

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Entrepreneurs, Engineers, Scientists, and Artis...

Deadline Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and artists to participate in a residency program in California. Participants receive a range of benefits, including accommodations, a monthly stipend, and a budget for materials. Appl...

GrantWatch ID#: 196927
NEW

Grants to USA, Caribbean, and Central America Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Underserved P...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA, Caribbean, and Central America nonprofit organizations for activities to benefit underserved people and the environment. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support programs and project...

GrantWatch ID#: 196991
NEW

Grants to USA Archival Repositories for Urgent Assistance Following a Serious Disaster

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories archival repositories for urgent assistance following a serious disaster. Funding is intended for services, supplies, and labor costs to recover damaged and threatened archival materials. Grants support the recovery of arch...

GrantWatch ID#: 197247

Opportunity for USA Underrepresented Composers to Participate in a Grant and Mentorship Progra...

Deadline Ongoing

Opportunity for USA composers to participate in a long-term grant and mentorship program for professional development. Funding is intended for film composers from underrepresented groups. The purpose of the program is to support film projects currently in production. S...

GrantWatch ID#: 197378
NEW

Grants to USA Nonprofits and First Responder Agencies for Projects and Programs that Benefit L...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations and first responder agencies for projects and programs that benefit local communities and families. Proposals may fall into one of the following categories: youth education activities and programs, f...

GrantWatch ID#: 197977

Grants to USA Authors of Published Works to Provide Emergency Financial Assistance

Deadline Ongoing

Grants to USA published authors to provide emergency financial assistance. Funding is intended for authors with an urgent need resulting from a medical emergency or natural disaster. Applicants must have published at least one full-length fiction or nonfiction work tha...

GrantWatch ID#: 198243
NEW

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Black, Asian, Latinx, and Indigenous Individuals to Create a...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $10,000 and in-kind support to USA Black, Asian, Latinx, and Indigenous individuals to create projects and promote them on the funding source's platform. Eligible areas of interest include publishing, music, games, food and craft, film, design and tech,...

GrantWatch ID#: 200228

Grants and Sponsorships to USA Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline Ongoing

Grants and sponsorships of up to $25,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to benefit local communities. Funding may be requested for capital support, general operating support, program support, event sponsorships, exhibitions, and performances or productions. Areas of fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 200511

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Individuals for 3D Computer Graphic Designs

Deadline Ongoing

Scholarships of $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International individuals studying arts engineering designs, computer graphics, animation, and designs. The purpose of the program is to encourage development and advancements in the 3D industry.

GrantWatch ID#: 200767
NEW

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Support Textile Art Opportunities for ...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of $250 to USA, Canada, and International individuals to support textile art opportunities for children. Funding may be used for yarn, looms, bobbins, shuttles, beaters, and a stipend for the teaching artist. Funding is intended to provide training to teachers a...

GrantWatch ID#: 200769

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations and Individuals for Public Chamber Mu...

Deadline Ongoing

Grants of up to $500 to USA, Canada, and International organizations and individuals to participate in events celebrating music. Funding is intended for participatory events that bring people together to play and listen to chamber music. Events must be open to the publ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201530
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