Top Art Projects Grants 2026
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Deadline
Mar 11, 2026
Information
Bagri Foundation
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
up to £100,000
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Austria,
Belgium,
Bulgaria,
Croatia,
Cyprus,
Czech Republic,
Denmark,
Estonia,
Finland,
France,
Germany,
Greece,
Hungary,
Ireland,
Italy,
Latvia,
Lithuania,
Luxembourg,
Malta,
Netherlands,
Poland,
Portugal,
Romania,
Slovakia,
Slovenia,
Spain,
Sweden,
United Kingdom
Only for non-profit arts organisations.
Promotion of arts and culture of all Asia and the diasporas.
Deadline
Mar 13, 2026
Information
Jonathan Ruffer - Curatorial Grants
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Curatorial
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
United Kingdom
Applicants must be employed by or working in partnership with a museum, gallery, archive or arts organisation which is not-for-profit and regularly programmes exhibitions that are open to the public for the majority of the year.
Deadline
Mar 15, 2026
Information
Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles - Digital Arts Project Support
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital
Grant
1,000 € - 50,000 €
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
Hainaut (BE),
Liège (BE),
Luxembourg (BE),
Namur (BE),
Walloon Brabant (BE),
Brussels (BE)
Deadline
Mar 15, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
1,000 € - 50,000 €
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
Hainaut (BE),
Liège (BE),
Luxembourg (BE),
Namur (BE),
Walloon Brabant (BE),
Brussels (BE)
Deadline
Mar 16, 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
No students
Resident of
Minnesota (US)
Artists must have a primary residential address in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, or Washington county
Deadline
Mar 16, 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
United States of America
Nationality:
American
U.S. citizens or permanent residents and have a strong connection to the Hungarian American artistic and cultural landscape
Deadline
Mar 19, 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
Variable
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Ireland
Deadline
Mar 20, 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
South West England (GB)
For artists living or working in Somerset and BANES (Bath and North East
Somerset)
Deadline
Mar 29, 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
Grant
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
Ireland
Any group within the community (or a venue or organisation working with a group of people) can look to develop a project
Deadline
Mar 30, 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
Exhibition
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Austria,
Belgium,
Bulgaria,
Croatia,
Cyprus,
Czech Republic,
Denmark,
Estonia,
Finland,
France,
Germany,
Greece,
Hungary,
Ireland,
Italy,
Latvia,
Lithuania,
Luxembourg,
Malta,
Netherlands,
Poland,
Portugal,
Romania,
Slovakia,
Slovenia,
Spain,
Sweden
Deadline
Mar 30, 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
Ireland
For artists and organisations
Deadline
Mar 30, 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 /
Music
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Arizona (US)
All funded activities must take place within the City of Peoria
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.