Top Art Projects Grants 2026
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Deadline
June 9, 2026
Information
Animating Toronto Parks
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Nationality:
Canadian
Individuals must have been a resident of the City of Toronto for at least one year prior to the deadline.
Deadline
June 9, 2026
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Toronto Arts Council - Animating Toronto Parks
Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Literature /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics /
Music
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Canada
For projects in Toronto parks located in Etobicoke, East York, York, North York and Scarborough
Deadline
June 15, 2026
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VG Bild-Kunst - Project Grant
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
Germany
For associations of visual artists (not individuals!), art societies, and clubs. A prerequisite is that the majority of the participating artists are members of VG Bild-Kunst and work full-time as freelance artists.
Deadline
June 15, 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
For independent cultural initiatives and collectives (regardless of origin, residence, or nationality), individuals working collectively, or in cooperation with a cultural initiative
Deadline
June 18, 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
max. 20,000 €
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Ireland
Deadline
June 19, 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
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Yorkshire and the Humber
For artists from the Bradford district
Deadline
June 24, 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
Total grant budget of 100.000 CHF
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Schwyz (CH)
Deadline
June 26, 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
Nationality:
French
For nonprofit French organizations or festivals existing for at least five years, organizing an exhibition of French artists shown abroad.
Deadline
June 28, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Sculpture /
Textile Art
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Luxembourg
Nationality:
Luxembourger
Deadline
June 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
> 3,500 €
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Sachsen (DE)
For artists or projects based in Chemnitz (DE)
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Literature /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics /
Music
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Canada
Nationality:
Canadian
Deadline
July 2, 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
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
United States of America
Artists must be self-identified Black trans women and trans femmes working in visual art
Deadline
July 9, 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
up to 100,000 $
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
United States of America
Only for nonprofit organizations, units of state or local government, and federally recognized tribal communities or tribes.
Deadline
July 27, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Art Project Grant
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Sculpture /
Ceramics
Grant
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
District of Columbia (US)
For artists and organizations
Deadline
July 31, 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
Brandenburg (DE),
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (DE),
Sachsen (DE),
Sachsen-Anhalt (DE)
Only 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.