Funding opportunities
Open and upcoming programs from Canadian funders and US federal grants (Grants.gov). Deadlines first, then rolling intakes.
Arts and Culture (The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation)
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation · Rolling intake
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and we believe that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive.
Arts-based programming (Paul Barber Foundation)
Paul Barber Foundation · Rolling intake
Paul Barber Foundation (PBF) is a family-run organization based in the Greater Toronto Area that is dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians by supporting transformational life-changing programmes.
Arts Contributions (Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program)
Culture and Heritage Grants and Contributions Program · Rolling intake
Nunavut Department of Culture and Heritage funding program.
Arts & Culture Funding (Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation)
Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation · Rolling intake
The Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation proudly provides funding to eligible applicants in education, the arts, sports, and healthcare to aboriginal youth and community members.
Arts & Culture Grants (Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Society)
Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Society · Rolling intake
The mission of the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT) is to assist the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Region Community to achieve its vision by providing funding and logistical support for research, education and training initiatives that promote conservation and sustainable development.
Arts & Culture Grants (The K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation)
The K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation · Rolling intake
We support giving in three main areas: Social Services, The Arts and the Environment. Within all three portfolios, we are committed to supporting organizations dedicated to helping those who are marginalized, including the homeless, disadvantaged youth, women, Indigenous voices, the LGBTQ community, and preserving and protecting habitats for endangered species in Ontario.
Arts, Culture & Heritage Fund Grants (Dufferin Community Foundation)
Dufferin Community Foundation · Rolling intake
The Dufferin Community Foundation is part of a nationwide movement of over 191 community foundations whose objective is to help build stronger and more vibrant communities. The Dufferin Community Foundation was created to serve all parts of the county including Orangeville, Shelburne, Mono, Grand Valley, Mulmur, Melancthon, Amaranth and East Garafraxa.
Arts & Culture Investment Program (Barrie Arts & Culture Investment Program)
Barrie Arts & Culture Investment Program · Rolling intake
City of Barrie funding program.
Arts & Culture Local Grant Program (The Japan Foundation Toronto)
The Japan Foundation Toronto · Rolling intake
The Japan Foundation, founded in 1972, is Japan’s only Institution dedicated to carrying out comprehensive international cultural exchange programs throughout the world. Currently, The Japan Foundation has a presence in 25 countries internationally. The Toronto office was established in 1990, and its status was upgraded to that of a Cultural Centre in 1995.
Arts Equity Funding Initiative (Arts Nova Scotia)
Arts Nova Scotia · Rolling intake
Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage funding program.
Arts Funding Program (First Peoples' Cultural Council)
First Peoples' Cultural Council · Rolling intake
A provincial Crown Corporation formed by the government of British Columbia in 1990 to administer the First Peoples’ Heritage, Language and Culture Program. The First Peoples' Cultural Council provides leadership for the revitalization of Aboriginal languages, culture and arts in British Columbia.
Arts Grant (Gwaii Trust Society)
Gwaii Trust Society · Rolling intake
The Gwaii Trust Society owns and manages a multi-million-dollar perpetual fund for the benefit of all the people of Haida Gwaii. The fund generates investment income and the Society distributes part of that income every year through a variety of grant programs.
Arts Grants Fund (Waterloo Region Community Foundation)
Waterloo Region Community Foundation · Rolling intake
Bringing communities together to solve the issues of today and tomorrow by amplifying voices, maximizing resources, and co-creating solutions.
Arts Impact Grant (British Columbia Arts Council)
British Columbia Arts Council · Rolling intake
An agency of the province of British Columbia.
Arts Infrastructure Grants (Windsor Endowment for the Arts)
Windsor Endowment for the Arts · Rolling intake
Windsor Endowment for the Arts is an organization devoted to the arts for the betterment of the community.
Arts Leadership Residency Funding (Rozsa Foundation)
Rozsa Foundation · Rolling intake
Founded in 1990, the Rozsa Foundation is a philanthropic organization known for effective support and advocacy for the Arts in Alberta. The Foundation builds on the legacy of Drs. Ted and Lola Rozsa, who were acknowledged champions of the Arts through their support of non-for-profit arts organizations active in the City of Calgary.
Arts Management Systems Funding (Rozsa Foundation)
Rozsa Foundation · Rolling intake
Founded in 1990, the Rozsa Foundation is a philanthropic organization known for effective support and advocacy for the Arts in Alberta. The Foundation builds on the legacy of Drs. Ted and Lola Rozsa, who were acknowledged champions of the Arts through their support of non-for-profit arts organizations active in the City of Calgary.
Arts Organizations Stream (Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP))
Community Arts Investment Program (CAIP) · Rolling intake
City of London funding program.
Arts Program (Ukrainian Canadian Foundation of Taras Shevchenko)
Ukrainian Canadian Foundation of Taras Shevchenko · Rolling intake
The Shevchenko Foundation Grants Program supports and advances the preservation, promotion and development of the Ukrainian Canadian cultural heritage and the development of a flourishing Ukrainian community for the enrichment of Canada.
ArtSmarts (ArtsNL)
ArtsNL · Rolling intake
ArtsNL is a non-profit Crown agency created in 1980 by The Arts Council Act. ArtsNL receives an annual grant from the Province to support a variety of granting programs, program delivery, office administration, and communications. It also seeks support from the public and private sector.