The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) offers its Grants for Arts Projects for Fiscal Year 2026, aiming to foster artistic excellence and public engagement nationwide. This grant supports diverse art forms, including dance, music, theater, visual arts, literature, and media. Eligible organizations and individuals can apply for funding to realize innovative projects that enrich the cultural landscape and enhance access to artistic experiences. The program encourages creativity and broad participation in the arts. Comprehensive guidelines and application instructions are available. This funding opportunity closes on July 17, 2025.
Opportunity ID: 359688
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2025NEA01GAP2 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | NEA Grants for Arts Projects 2, FY 2026 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Arts |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1000 |
| Assistance Listings: | 45.024 — Promotion of the Arts Grants to Organizations and Individuals |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 17, 2025 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 17, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $30,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Special district governments State governments City or township governments County governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Independent school districts Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Endowment for the Arts |
| Description: | Program Guidelines and Application Instructions |
| Link to Additional Information: | Program Guidelines and Application Instructions |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NEA Web Manager
webmgr@arts.gov Email:webmgr@arts.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
There are no related documents on this grant.
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NEA Web Manager webmgr@arts.gov Email: webmgr@arts.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45.024 | 2025NEA01GAP2 | NEA Grants for Arts Projects 2, FY 2026 | PKG00290952 | Jun 11, 2025 | Jul 17, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
359688 SF424_Short_3_0-3.0.pdf
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