Top Art Projects Grants 2026
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Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
Information
Stuttgart Grant for Public Art Projects
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Architecture /
Drawing /
Literature /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Variable
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Baden-Württemberg (DE)
For projects in Stuttgart (DE)
Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
Information
ADAGP - Fanzine Grant
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
France
Nationality:
French
Fir artists with at least 3 years of professional artistic experience
Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
Information
Rennes Grants for Creative Projects
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Variable
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
Bretagne (FR)
For artists based in Rennes
Deadline
Apr 17, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Literature /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics /
Curatorial /
Music
Grant
200,000 € Total Fund
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Austria
Die Mindestantragshöhe beträgt 30.000 €, die maximale Antragshöhe ist mit 100.000 € begrenzt.
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
up to $10,000
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
United States of America
Nationality:
American
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
Information
Onizilmprt
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Grants in total of 20,000 €
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Oberösterreich (AT)
For applicants based in Linz (AT)
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Grants in total of 40,000 €
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Oberösterreich (AT)
Artists with a connection to Linz (AT)
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics /
Music
Grant
7,500-10,000 $
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
California (US)
For individuals, organizations, community groups, and Tribal Nations who practice traditional arts.
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Curatorial
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Born between 1986 (included) and 2004 (included)
Resident of
Spain
Nationality:
Spanish
For diploma or degree graduates or postgraduate students in Fine Arts, History of Art, Philosophy and Aesthetics, Literature, Humanities or Art Criticism.
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Angola,
Cape Verde,
Equatorial Guinea,
Guinea-Bissau,
Mozambique,
Portugal,
Sao Tome and Principe
Nationality:
Angolan,
Cape Verdean,
Equatorial Guinean,
Guinea-Bissauan,
Mozambican,
Portuguese,
Sao Tomean
Applications must be made by UK-based, non-profit arts organisations or institutions
Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Architecture /
Drawing /
Literature /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
max. 50.000 €
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Baden-Württemberg (DE)
For non-profit organisations
Isn't it every artist's wish to be able to pursue artistic projects free from financial constraints and in a supportive environment? This is what art grants offer. They provide support and funding for artists and organizations to realize their artistic endeavors. Funding criteria, goals, application deadlines, eligible types of art projects, and terms vary according to each art grant. Explore open calls for art project grants on our website and realize your next art project.
Are you looking for an art project grant in a specific country or city? Check our carefully chosen selections:
You can read answers to the most frequently asked questions about art project grants here.
What is an art grant?
An art grant is money given to individuals or organizations without the need of repayment. There are two main types of art grants: public grants, which come from cities, counties, and states, and private grants, which come from foundations, corporations, and NGOs. Each grant funder has its own specific objectives and missions, which are achieved by funding external projects. Art grants can provide a tremendous amount of support when it comes to realizing artistic projects.
Why should artists apply for art grants?
Applying for arts grants can require some work, but they are a powerful resource for funding a variety of artistic projects. These endeavors can range from exhibitions, performances, and events to the creation of new work, publications, and development opportunities such as residencies and workshops, or even research-based travel.
In addition, applying for a grant will help you to articulate your project by encouraging detailed project planning, and improve your application skills for future opportunities.
How do I choose the right art grant?
As you can see on the Artenda website, there are a multitude of art grants. Choosing the right grant depends on your artistic project. Since the application process can be time-consuming, careful selection is crucial. Make sure you choose art grants that correspond to your project, your practice, your profile, and your current career stage.
Moreover, a targeted approach can increase your chances of success. Well-known grants attract many applicants, so you may want to consider lesser-known and local opportunities which can also be of high quality. Consider applying to fewer grants, but spend more time creating very strong and comprehensive applications.
How do I apply for art grants?
Most open calls for art grants require artists to submit a comprehensive application, including a project description, budget plan, project timeline, project simulations, portfolio, and resume.
Do you need some help with this? Our online course “How to apply for art grants” serves as a step-by-step guide giving you all the tools you need to build a strong application for art grants. In addition, our “How to make a portfolio” course provides key insights on how to present your work in the best possible way.