Grants for Arts Projects Across the U.S.

National Endowment for the Arts

Application deadline: February 12, 2026
Grant amount: $10,000–$150,000
Geographic scope: National
Target population: Artistic communities
Description: The National Endowment for the Arts’ Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) program provides project-based funding to nonprofit organizations, government units, and federally recognized tribes across the U.S. Funded projects span a wide range of disciplines, including arts education, dance, music, theater, visual and media arts, literary arts, folk and traditional arts, and multidisciplinary works, as well as arts and health initiatives.Awards range from $10,000 to $150,000 and require a 1:1 cost share.