National Endowment for the Arts Grants
Administered by National Endowment for the Arts · arts.gov
Federal grants for artists, arts organizations, and arts education programs. Includes direct artist support and organization grants across all disciplines.
Eligibility requirements
- ✓US artist or arts organization
- ✓Nonprofit arts org or individual artist
- ✓Specific program requirements vary
NEA direct artist grants are extremely competitive nationally, but NEA also funds state arts agencies that distribute smaller, more accessible grants. Check your state arts council first.
How to apply
Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.
Apply at arts.gov →Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.
Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.