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331 Arts and Culture Grants for Illinois

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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Benefit Initiatives

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations for community benefit initiatives. Funding is intended for proposals in the areas of education, humanitarian support, disadvantaged children, environment, arts and culture, and animal welfare. The purpose of the gra...

GrantWatch ID#: 164766

Grants to Illinois Arts Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for General Operating Support

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit arts organizations in eligible locations for general operating support. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to strengthen small professional arts organizations of all d...

GrantWatch ID#: 173120

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Institutions for Educational Activitie...

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and institutions for educational activities related to the Holocaust. Funding is intended for projects regarding the persecution of Jews by the Nazis. Eligible projects align with one of the following are...

GrantWatch ID#: 174361

Grants to USA Visual Arts Schools, Institutions, and Museums to Improve Institutional Energy E...

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants to USA and territories visual arts schools, institutions, museums, and nonprofit arts organizations for initiatives related to energy usage. Applicants are required to take an eligibility quiz prior to submitting a full application. Proposals may be submitted fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 202119

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA, Canada, and International Black Women Photographers for Car...

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants and in-kind support of camera equipment to USA, Canada, and International Black women photographers to support the advancement of their careers. Funding is available to offset the cost of business expenses and to facilitate the execution of a visual project. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 206748

Grants to Illinois Arts and Cultural Nonprofits to Bring the Arts to New Audiences in Eligible...

Deadline 03/28/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to Illinois nonprofit arts and cultural institutions to expand the arts to new audiences in eligible regions. Eligible projects are those that demonstrate the ability to reach new and diverse audiences. Applicants must be located in the funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207934

Opportunity for USA Artists and Teams of Artists to Receive a Commission to Create Public Artw...

Deadline 03/30/25

Opportunity for USA artists and teams of artists to receive a commission to create public artwork in Arizona. The purpose of the project is to create a large-scale mural that adds vibrancy and reflects the local character of the neighborhood. Artists will engage with c...

GrantWatch ID#: 219546

Grants to Illinois Individuals, Artists, Nonprofits, and Event Producers for Arts Programming ...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to Illinois individuals, artists, nonprofit organizations, and event producers for a range of arts initiatives that benefit local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to provide publicly accessible arts programming. Projects must be exhibited or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177570

Grants to USA Theaters and Fellowships to Artists to Benefit Theater Programs for Children and...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants of up to $6,000 to USA nonprofit theaters and fellowships of up to $4,000 to individual artists to promote theater for youth and children. For theaters, funding is intended to positively impact the community by promoting theatre and bringing live theatre experie...

GrantWatch ID#: 177612

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, Museums, and Tribes for Activities Related to Preser...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, tribes, IHEs, and museums for activities related to preserving Native American cultural objects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178708

Grants to USA Nonprofits and K-12 Schools to Purchase Instruments for Children's Music Programs

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and K-12 schools to equip music programs with musical instruments. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. The purpose of this program is to give children nationwide the opp...

GrantWatch ID#: 178727

Grants to Illinois and Iowa Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Programs to...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to Illinois and Iowa nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs to benefit local communities in eligible areas. Eligible programs may fall into the categories of education, human services, economic development, and ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 179933

Grants to USA and Israel Nonprofits for General Support and Capital Projects in Jewish Communi...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to USA and Israel nonprofit organizations for a wide range of projects and programs that benefit Jewish communities. Funding is intended for capital projects, general operating support, or programming. In the United States, grants will primarily support resident...

GrantWatch ID#: 180526

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Community Benefit Services

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for community benefit services in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects that help to improve the recreational, cultural, educational, and economic environment for local residents. Grants are offered...

GrantWatch ID#: 185990

Fellowships to Illinois Graduate Students to Learn About the Nonprofit Sector

Deadline 03/31/25

Fellowships with stipends of $10,000 for Illinois graduate students in eligible locations to learn about social concerns and economic issues. The nine-month fellowship allows participants to work with staff, raise awareness of social issues, and learn more about the no...

GrantWatch ID#: 211678

Grant to a USA Doctoral Student to Complete a Dissertation on US Politics or Public Policy

Deadline 03/31/25

Grant of $5,000 to a USA doctoral student to assist with research necessary to complete a dissertation in US politics or public policy. Funding is intended for research to be conducted at the funding source's facility in Michigan. Eligible research fields include histo...

GrantWatch ID#: 216277

Grants and In-Kind Support to USA Native Indigenous Youth Filmmakers for the Development of Sh...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants of up to $25,000 and in-kind support to USA Native Indigenous youth filmmakers for the production of short films. Funding is intended to cover the production costs of short story films on the topics of health and wellness, science, education, art, climate and en...

GrantWatch ID#: 216577

Grants to USA and Austria Researchers for Research Projects on Pre-WWII Connections Between th...

Deadline 03/31/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and Austria researchers for research projects on pre-WWII connections between the two countries. Research may be on a wide array of topics including history, culture, economics, politics, or law. Projects may take place elsewhere if there...

GrantWatch ID#: 218741

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Cultural and Educational Programming

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for cultural and educational programming in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support organizations that provide residents with outstanding programming in these focus areas. Programs must benefit residents of Chicago an...

GrantWatch ID#: 160275

Grants to USA Tribes to Improve Library Programs and Services

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA federally recognized Indian tribes to improve library services in Native communities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for digital services, educational programs, and the preservati...

GrantWatch ID#: 165538

Grants to Illinois Arts Nonprofits and Community Organizations for General Operations and Arts...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $8,000 to Illinois nonprofit and community arts organizations for general operations and arts initiatives that benefit residents in eligible regions. Priority will be given to BIPOC organizations and marginalized groups, as well as to projects serving d...

GrantWatch ID#: 166384

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for a Range of Programs that Benefit Local Residen...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to address the needs of residents in communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended for activities and programs within the focus areas of community development, human services, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 174764

Grants to USA Painters Over the Age of 45 to Promote American Art

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $36,000 to USA individual painters and groups of painters over the age of 45 who need financial assistance. The goal of this program is to support the creation of American art and to support American artists who have not been shown fitting recognition. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178264

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities to Advance Racial Equity and Econom...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for activities that further economic mobility and racial equity. First-time applicants must receive approval, and all applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applyi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180278

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits and Agencies to Protect Buildings and Locations Throughout the S...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $2,500 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and government agencies to protect or rehabilitate important buildings and locations throughout the state. Funding is intended to preserve structures or sites that are deteriorating, under threat of demolition,...

GrantWatch ID#: 189377

Awards to USA, Canada, and International Poets for Outstanding Humorous Poems

Deadline 04/01/25

Awards to USA, Canada, and International poets and authors of any age to recognize outstanding humorous poems. Works that have been previously published as well as unpublished works are eligible. In addition to the cash prizes for first-, second-, and third-place winne...

GrantWatch ID#: 200765

Residencies to USA Emerging Ceramic Artists for Professional and Artistic Development

Deadline 04/01/25

Residencies to USA emerging ceramic artists to gain experience and advance their careers. Residencies take place at a ceramic art center in New York. Residents will receive a monthly stipend, free firing, studio space, opportunities to teach and exhibit work, and profe...

GrantWatch ID#: 200861

Grant to a USA Jewish College or Graduate Student for Independent Study Relating to Israel in ...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grant of $2,000 to a USA Jewish college or graduate student for independent study relating to Israel in the visual arts. Applicants must contact the funder prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to provide the student with an opportunity to develop the...

GrantWatch ID#: 212532

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Artists to Present New Works of Performa...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and present new works of performance art in New York City. Funding is intended to support the career advancement of early-career artists of all backgrounds. Selected artists are expected to pre...

GrantWatch ID#: 213179

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Community Projects in Education, Healthcare, the Arts, the Enviro...

Deadline 04/01/25

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community projects in the areas of education, healthcare, the arts, humanitarian services, environmental initiatives, and technology and research. Funding is intended for project that will meaningfully contribute to communities.

GrantWatch ID#: 217141

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Literary Publishers, Theater Organizations, and Theat...

Deadline 04/02/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA, Canada, and International literary publishers, theater organizations, and companies for the translation of Canadian dramatic or literary works. Applicants must be registered in the online portal a minimum of thirty days before applying. ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177981

Grants to USA Individual Musicians for Creative and Professional Development Activities

Deadline 04/02/25

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA and territories individual artists or artist-led nonprofit organizations for creative and professional development activities and opportunities. Funding is intended to support accomplished mid-career musicians to pursue residency experien...

GrantWatch ID#: 196008

Grants, In-Kind Services, and a Prize to USA Arts Collaboratives and Artists for Arts Projects...

Deadline 04/03/25

Grants, in-kind services, and a Prize to USA arts collaboratives and artists. For the upcoming grant cycle, artists in the following disciplines are invited to apply: visual arts, performing arts, film, and literature. In addition to funding, artists will receive consu...

GrantWatch ID#: 152012

Grants to Illinois Arts and Cultural Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Operational Support

Deadline 04/04/25

Grants to Illinois nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations for general operational support. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funds may be used for administrative, artistic, and program-r...

GrantWatch ID#: 140270

Grants to Michigan and Illinois Nonprofits to Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline 04/04/25

Grants to Michigan and Illinois nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of the arts, financial education, youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, and stable housing. The progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 218027

Grants to USA Indigenous Artists to Foster Career Growth

Deadline 04/08/25

Grants of $15,000 and in-kind support to USA indigenous artists to encourage professional artistic growth. Funding is intended to support artists that are in the early stages of their careers. Eligible disciplines include poetry and fiction writing, dance and choreogra...

GrantWatch ID#: 194671

Fellowships to USA Scholars for Advanced Humanities Research

Deadline 04/09/25

Fellowships to USA and territories individuals to conduct research projects related to the humanities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The fellowships are intended to support a range of projects and activities that...

GrantWatch ID#: 151114

Grants to USA Faculty at Hispanic-Serving IHEs for Humanities Research

Deadline 04/09/25

Grants of up to $60,000 to USA and territories faculty and staff members at Hispanic-Serving Institutions for humanities-based activities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support a wide range of research project...

GrantWatch ID#: 164800

Grants to Illinois Artists to Support Professional Development

Deadline 04/09/25

Grants of $10,000 to Illinois artists to support their professional development. The funding is intended for established artists to invest in their artistic endeavors. Artists may be those working in digital media, film/video, literature, music, photography, theater, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217164

Grants to USA Qualifying Nonprofits in Eligible States and Regions for General Organizational ...

Deadline 04/11/25

Grants to USA qualifying nonprofit organizations in multiple states served by the funding source for general operating support. Nonprofits in eligible regions in California, Massachusetts, Illinois, Connecticut, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Washington, D...

GrantWatch ID#: 182854
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Grants and In-Kind Assistance to Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and New York City Entrepreneurs ...

Deadline 04/11/25

Grants of $20,000 and in-kind assistance to Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and New York City entrepreneurs in eligible locations to support work in art, music, and culture. Funding is intended to honor emerging creative businesses. In addition to a cash grant, grantees w...

GrantWatch ID#: 219336

Opportunity for USA and Territories, Canada, Israel, and International Filmmakers to Participa...

Deadline 04/11/25

Opportunity for USA and territories, Israel, Canada, and International filmmakers to participate in a unique mentorship program. Nonfiction filmmakers will take part in an immersive retreat with mentors, providing filmmakers with an opportunity to screen their projects...

GrantWatch ID#: 219465

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes to Preserve Audio and Video Media

Deadline 04/14/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and territories nonprofit cultural, academic, and research institutions, government agencies, and tribes to preserve significant audio and video media resources. Funding is intended to support the digital reformatting of media that is fra...

GrantWatch ID#: 187337

Award to a USA Media Exhibit, Program, or Written Work for Raising Awareness of the History of...

Deadline 04/15/25

Award of $1,000 to a USA media exhibit, written work, or public program for an outstanding project that has enhanced public appreciation of North American West history. The prize is awarded to projects that contribute to a broader public reflection and appreciation of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 160702

Grants to USA Historians, Writers, Researchers, and Graduate Students for Research Related to ...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of $1,500 to USA historians, writers, independent researchers, and graduate students for historical research projects related to Iowa or Iowa and the Midwest. Priority consideration will be given to proposals offering new approaches or interpretations of previou...

GrantWatch ID#: 182956

Grants to USA Professional Dancers for Support in Facing Financial Challenges Caused by Unexpe...

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of up to $3,000 to USA and territories professional dancers for support in facing financial challenges caused by unexpected circumstances. Eligible uses of funding include expenses related to food, housing, medical, transportation, and other essential needs. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 199210

Grants to USA Female Artists for Environmental-Themed Art Projects

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of up to $20,000 to USA and territories female artists for art projects with an environmental focus. Funding is intended for thought-provoking projects that benefit and engage the public. Applications are encouraged from artists of color, artists with disabiliti...

GrantWatch ID#: 202394

Grants to USA Young Musicians for Costs Associated with Studying Classical Music

Deadline 04/15/25

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA young musicians for costs associated with studying classical music. Funding is intended to offset the financial costs of expenses including but not limited to instruments, camp tuition, private lessons, and audition travel. The grant is a...

GrantWatch ID#: 206604
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Grants to USA Artists for Public Art Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline 04/15/25 Conference Date: 04/03/25

Grants to USA artists, illustrators, and graphic designers to develop public artworks in eligible locations. Funding is intended to create designs for utility cabinets. This project is an opportunity to enhance the visual landscape by using utility cabinets as canvasse...

GrantWatch ID#: 219803

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Create and Perform Depictions of American ...

Deadline 04/16/25

Grants of $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and perform presentations depicting various elements of democracy. Eligible performances must be new works and may be multi-disciplinary or in the fields of opera, music, dance, and theater. The purp...

GrantWatch ID#: 213606
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