Public Media Grants

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 34 Public Media Grants — 3 open right now, across 20 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $50M. The next application deadline is September 18, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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34total grants
3open now
20agencies
$1K–$50Mfunding range
Sep 18next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

National Leadership Grants for Libraries (2027)

National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L) projects enhance the quality of library services nationwide. The program supports projects that: promote adult reading, and health and financial…

🏛 Institute of Museum and Library Services 📋 CFDA 45.312 ⏰ Nov 13, 2026 💰 $25,000 – $1,000,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Illinois Public Radio and Television

IAC grant funds enable the people of Illinois to have access to locally operated Public Radio and Television stations that provide unique services to their communities,…

🏛 Illinois Arts Council Agency ⏰ Aug 31, 2027 💰 $6,000 – $600,000
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Public Media grants by state

California (23)

Public Media grants by applicant

Nonprofits (24) Public Authority (20) Public K-12 School (20) Tribal Nation (19) Individuals (13) Faith-based Organization (13) 501(c)(3) Public Charity (12) Small Business (SBA-defined) (12) Colleges (all higher ed) (10) Library (10) Hispanic / Latino (10)

Frequently asked questions

How many public media grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 34 public media grants, of which 3 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 18, 2026 — about 5 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for public media grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but public media grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public K-12 School, Public Authority and Tribal Nation. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $50M, 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 public media grants, 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.

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