Grants for Individual Artist

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 49 Grants for Individual Artist — 5 open right now, across 31 funding agencies. Award amounts range $3.5K to $36M. The next application deadline is September 16, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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49total grants
5open now
31agencies
$3.5K–$36Mfunding range
Sep 16next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

Collaborative Research

The program supports groups of two or more scholars increasing humanistic knowledge through the preparation of a manuscript for print publication, the creation of a scholarly…

🏛 National Endowment for the Humanities 📋 CFDA 45.035 ⏰ Sep 16, 2026 💰 $1 – $250,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Hard to apply

DoW Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Idea Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research Program (DMDRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) promotes new ideas that are still in the early stages…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Sep 18, 2026
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Creative Catalyst

Creative Catalyst is a grant program of Pennsylvania Creative Industries, powered by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), that supports new initiatives and opportunities that advance…

🏛 Pennsylvania Council on the Arts ⏰ Feb 2, 2027 💰 up to $25,000
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Grants for Individual Artist by focus area

Arts and Culture (27) Workforce Development (18) Education (18) Environment (18) Community Development (18) Agriculture (13) Healthcare (13) Technology / Innovation (13) Clean Energy (11) Emergency Preparedness (10) Food Systems (10)

Frequently asked questions

How many grants for individual artist are available?
Grantoria currently lists 49 grants for individual artist, of which 5 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is September 16, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $3.5K to $36M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse grants for individual artist, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About grants for Individual Artist

Individual artists can access funding through grants that support creative development, artistic practice, and cultural initiatives. With 49 active grants currently listed in this category, opportunities range from the U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic to the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, reflecting both domestic and international support for artistic work.

Most individual artist grants fall between $5,000 and $56,000 and typically use competitive application processes. These awards frequently target young adults and youth, emphasizing program support, capacity building, and training across education and civic engagement sectors. Filtering by demographic focus and support type will help you identify the most relevant opportunities for your artistic profile.

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