Types of Grants for Artists
Grants are an important funding source for artists who may not receive a weekly paycheck for their work. Government organizations and private foundations award grants to these artists for pieces of art that promote the organization's goals and values.
Sources
Some government organizations will offer grants to artists through the National Endowment for the Arts. Private foundations also offer grants to a variety of writers, artists and performers.
Types
The type of grant available is determined by the type of artist applying for the grant. There are many private foundations that fund grants for sculptors, painters and performance artists.
Goals
The artist must meet the goals of the foundation to be considered for a grant. Some common goals of foundations include world peace, innovation and promotion of multiculturalism.
Size
The size of the grant available will vary depending on the size of the particular project or the foundation itself. Grants as low as $500 and as high as $50,000 are available.
Geography
Artist grants are available on the local, state and national level. Many smaller grants are available through local government or community organizations to help beautify the city with art.
