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Route 66 Grant Program
$209,327
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports certified Convention and Visitors Bureaus in Illinois to promote, preserve, and educate the public about the cultural and historical significance of Route 66, especially in anticipation of its 100th anniversary.

Recreation
Exclusive - see details
Be Outside, Idaho Grant
$2,500
Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 10, 2024

This grant provides financial support for teachers, librarians, daycare facilities, and organizations in Idaho to create outdoor and environmental education projects that connect children with nature.

Recreation
County governments
Grants for Creative Individuals
$5,000
Massachusetts Mass Cultural Council (MCC)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 27, 2026

Date Added

Sep 20, 2024

This grant provides $5,000 to support creative learning projects in Massachusetts schools that engage K-12 students in the arts, humanities, and sciences, particularly benefiting historically underfunded organizations and diverse communities.

Arts
Individuals
Capacity Building Projects
$20,000
Maryland Center for History and Culture (MCHC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Maryland museums, libraries, and historical organizations to enhance their capacity through projects like digitization, marketing, and strategic planning, fostering long-term sustainability and community engagement.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Festivals Grants
$7,500
South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments in South Carolina to support community festivals that promote public engagement in various art forms.

Arts
Nonprofits
Music in the Community Grant
$2,500
New Mexico Music Commission (NMMC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This program provides funding to New Mexico-based organizations and individuals for music projects that engage underserved communities and promote musical education and appreciation.

Arts
Nonprofits
Special Category Historic Preservation Grants
$1,000,000
Florida Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2026

This program provides funding to public entities and active nonprofits in Florida for significant historic preservation projects, including the restoration of historic structures, archaeological research, and the development of museum exhibits.

Humanities
Nonprofits
VTC VA250 Tourism Marketing Program
$10,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Virginia's historic sites, museums, and tourism organizations in marketing initiatives that promote visitation and participation in a statewide livestream event commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.

Arts
Exclusive - see details
Tribal Cultural Affairs Grant
$17,000
Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Washington State's federally-recognized Tribes for community-led art and cultural initiatives that address their unique cultural needs.

Arts
Native American tribal organizations
Northwest Ordinance History Grant Program
$75,000
Ohio History Connection (OHC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions in Ohio's Appalachian counties to promote and celebrate the history and impact of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787 through various educational and cultural projects.

Humanities
Nonprofits
African American Heritage Preservation Program
$250,000
Maryland Historical Trust (MHT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This program provides competitive funding to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and individuals for the preservation and enhancement of sites significant to the African American experience in Maryland.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Louisiana Main Street Restoration Grants
$10,000
Louisiana Office of Cultural Development (OCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports the revitalization of historic commercial properties in designated Louisiana Main Street districts, aimed at property owners and tenants who wish to enhance their buildings while preserving their historical significance.

Community Development
Small businesses
Community Support Grant
$15,000
Wyoming Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Wyoming that deliver arts programs and services, enhancing community engagement and accessibility to the arts.

Arts
Nonprofits
Commission for Cultural Centers and Historic Preservation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Nevada State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 20, 2026

This grant provides funding to government entities and nonprofit organizations in Nevada for the preservation and rehabilitation of historic properties into cultural centers that benefit the community.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Self-directed Art Practice Grant Program
$3,000
Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 18, 2024

This grant provides funding to U.S. military-connected individuals in Washington State for personal artistic projects that promote wellness and community engagement.

Arts
Individuals
2026 Public Art Building Communities Grant
$150,000
District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This grant provides funding for artists and organizations to create public artworks that engage and enrich communities in Washington, D.C.

Arts
Individuals
Cultural Development Program
$40,000
Oregon Cultural Trust
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 22, 2026

This program provides financial support to nonprofit cultural organizations in Oregon for projects that enhance public access to cultural experiences, preserve heritage, and strengthen the cultural sector.

Arts
Nonprofits
County Committees
$10,000
America 250 North Carolina
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and county committees in North Carolina to create community-focused programs and activities commemorating the 250th anniversary of key events from the Revolutionary War period.

Recreation
County governments
State Authorized Arts and Cultural District (ACD) Pilot Grant Program
$100,000
New Mexico Economic Development Department (Creative Industries Division)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to state-authorized Arts and Cultural Districts in New Mexico to support projects that boost economic development and cultural engagement in their communities.

Arts
State governments
Public Art & Murals Grant
$10,000
Kansas Arts Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Kansas-based nonprofit organizations and public entities in creating community-centered public art projects, such as murals and sculptures, that enhance local identity and engagement.

Arts
Nonprofits