386 Tennessee Grants for Arts and Culture

386 Arts and Culture Grants for Tennessee

Discover grants supporting arts and cultural initiatives, including those for artists, performing arts, music, dance, visual arts, theatre, written works, and film. Funding is available for accessible arts and cultural activities, museum programs, arts education, and career advancement in the arts.

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Doctoral Students, Faculty, Recent PhDs, and Scholars...

Deadline: 01/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International doctoral students, faculty, recent doctorates, and scholars to provide access to rare research materials. Funding is intended for travel, transportation, and residential costs associated with conducting research. The purpose of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 207227

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual in Recognition of Exceptional Contribution...

Deadline: 01/14/26

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual in recognition of exceptional contributions to the field of musical composition. Eligible nominees have accumulated an outstanding body of work that is particularly creative. The recipient is expected to participate i...

GrantWatch ID#: 223343

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Individuals and Organizations for Music Outreach Proj...

Deadline: 01/14/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals and organizations for music outreach projects. Funding is intended to support virtual, in-person, and hybrid events that increase access to and appreciation of early music. Applicants must demonstrate excellent artis...

GrantWatch ID#: 225901

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scholars and Artists to Pursue Digital Research

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars and artists pursuing research to conduct studies using the funding source's digital resource library. The purpose of the opportunity is to allow researchers to set aside designated research time wit...

GrantWatch ID#: 162024

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scholars for Research to Revitalize Indigenous Cultur...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International scholars representing Indigenous communities for efforts to record, preserve, and bring to life Indigenous cultures, languages, and knowledge systems. Funding is intended to increase access to the Smithsonian’...

GrantWatch ID#: 164363

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Offset Financial Need

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individual mature artists to mitigate financial need. Eligible applicants include sculptors, printmakers, and painters who have been working as artists for at least twenty years. Funding is intended to help and encourage artists...

GrantWatch ID#: 172653

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and Mexico Native American Artists to Develop and Expand Their Art...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships of $3,000 to USA, Canada, and Mexico Native American artists to develop and expand their artistic practice. Artists from a wide range of disciplines are eligible to apply. Fellows will also receive travel reimbursement, an allowance for supplies, studio spa...

GrantWatch ID#: 177372

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations to Commission Contemporary Music Compos...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International performing organizations to commission chamber and symphonic music compositions. This program is primarily intended for chamber groups and orchestras demonstrating excellence in the presentation of contemporary music. Applicatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 178361

Grants to USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for Basic Human Needs, Community Development, and ...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states to meet basic human needs, promote community vitality, and encourage volunteerism in communities in which the funding source does business. Funding is intended to enhance communities and to help people achieve fi...

GrantWatch ID#: 179283

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Schools for Music Education for Children

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for projects to enhance music education for children. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to applying. Priority will be given to applicants with innovative approaches, low overhead, and/or collaborative...

GrantWatch ID#: 181377

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Scholars and Artists for Research Related to the...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International scholars for research projects related to the early modern humanities. Eligible applicants include Ph.D. candidates and artists in a range of disciplines. Fellows will have the opportunity to carry out primary research at t...

GrantWatch ID#: 182256

Residency to USA, Canada, and International Women Artists for Participation in an Arts-Based R...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Residency to USA, Canada, and International individual women artists for participation in an arts-based residency program. Grantees will receive a weekly stipend, funding for materials and travel, studio access, free onsite housing, production assistance, and technical...

GrantWatch ID#: 190591

Grants to USA Nonprofits and Schools to Support Student Music Programs, STEM and STEAM Program...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and schools for programs related to music and STEAM and for projects that address hearing impairment. The purpose of the program is to support innovative music education, performance, and production activities; STEM and STEAM prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 193650

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, and Tribes for Arts Projects to Benefit Military Service M...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes for arts projects to benefit military service members, veterans, and their families. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to ap...

GrantWatch ID#: 198804

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. Students to Travel for Art Research

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students for travel to facilitate art research. Funding is intended for travel to Latin America as a precursor to more in-depth research. Priority will be given to research related to the historic contribut...

GrantWatch ID#: 199737

Fellowship to a USA Native American Visual Artist to Produce and Present New Work

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowship of $2,000 to a USA Native American visual artist to produce and present new work. The fellowship is intended to assist artists at all stages of their careers. The successful applicant will participate in a four-week residency and will present their work in a...

GrantWatch ID#: 201184

Fellowship to a USA Native American Writer to Develop and Present New Work

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowship of $2,000 to a USA Native American writer to create and present new work. The fellowship is intended to assist writers at all stages of their careers. Eligible applicants produce work in one of the following genres: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, screen...

GrantWatch ID#: 201185

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Programs that Address Worldwide Injust...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for initiatives that address injustices worldwide. Eligible organizations provide programs in a broad range of areas, including the arts, hunger and homelessness, LGBTQIA2S+ support, the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203431

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Conduct History and Social Scien...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International researchers, writers, historians, graduate students, filmmakers, and teachers to participate in a residency program to conduct historical and social sciences research in New York. Applicants must contact program staff prio...

GrantWatch ID#: 207226

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Doctoral and Master's Students to Pursue Researc...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Doctoral and Master's candidates to pursue research related to American themes. The purpose of the fellowships is to afford students the opportunity to avail themselves of the funding source's resources. Eligible research t...

GrantWatch ID#: 210915

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Graduate Students and Scholars to Pursue Greek S...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships of $2,000 to USA, Canada, and International graduate students and senior scholars to pursue studies that require the use of the collections at an institution in Greece. The stipend may be used to cover board, housing, travel expenses, and residence permits....

GrantWatch ID#: 211912

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. Students to Conduct Research Projects at a...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students to conduct research projects at a library in Greece. The fellow will receive a stipend, room and board, and a waiver for fees associated with the host institution. The library's extensive collection is a comp...

GrantWatch ID#: 211916

Fellowships to USA and Canada Ph.D. Students to Conduct Research Related to Greek History and ...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships to USA and Canada Ph.D. students and scholars to conduct research related to Greek history and culture at a library in Greece. Fellows will engage in full-time research and participate in the academic life at the host institution. Funding is intended to sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 211917

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Researchers and Musicians for Studies Related to...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International researchers and career musicians for research studies related to music in the Mediterranean region. Studies will take place at an institution in Greece. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive full room and board as ...

GrantWatch ID#: 211918

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Visual Artists for International Exchanges with Other...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $7,000 to USA, Canada, and International visual artists for international exchanges with other artists. Funding is intended for travel and living expenses for mid-career artists who wish to travel abroad for creative development, access and exposure to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217845

Opportunity to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Participate in a Summer Residency Pro...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Opportunity to USA, Canada, and International artists to participate in a summer residency program. The program will support artists engaged in the following disciplines: ceramics, printmaking, photography, and social practice. Residencies run for six weeks in the summ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218517

Awards to USA Songwriters to Recognize Excellence

Deadline: 01/15/26

Awards to USA and territories songwriters to recognize excellence. Funding is intended to be used for professional expenses such as recording costs, study, and the purchase of instruments. Eligible songwriters are between the ages of 17 and 24 and have songs in any of ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221305

Awards to USA Young Songwriters and Composers to Recognize Excellence in Music

Deadline: 01/15/26

Awards to USA and territories young songwriters and composers to recognize excellence in specific genres of music. This award is intended to encourage student songwriters and to help pay for their studies. Eligible applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 24, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 221306

Awards to USA and International Young Classical Composers to Recognize the Excellence of Their...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Awards to USA and International young classical composers to recognize the excellence of their work. Eligible applicants must be under the age of 28. An awards ceremony will be held to honor the winners. The award is intended to highlight and encourage emerging classic...

GrantWatch ID#: 221307

Grants to USA Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes for Initiatives to Enhance Access to and ...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and Tribes for initiatives to enhance access to and preserve historical materials. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the f...

GrantWatch ID#: 221926

Awards to USA High School Students to Support Their Pursuit of Music and Theater

Deadline: 01/15/26

Awards to USA high school students to support their pursuit of music and theater. Eligible applicants are students in 11th or 12th grade who are involved in musical theater and music. Funding is intended to assist with costs related to auditions, summer programs, visit...

GrantWatch ID#: 224348

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. Students to Conduct Research on Orthodox C...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Ph.D. students to conduct research on Orthodox Christian studies at the host institution's extensive library. In addition to a stipend, fellows will receive full room and board and have access to the library's rare books, r...

GrantWatch ID#: 224823

Grants to USA High School Seniors to Use Towards Their Higher Education

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA high school seniors in public schools to use towards their higher education. Awards will be given to recognize excellence in creative writing. Submissions should focus on the theme of the importance of having diverse stories and voices av...

GrantWatch ID#: 225273

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Faculty of Academic Institutions for Workshops, Confe...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International faculty members of academic institutions for workshops, conferences, and seminars that increase understanding of Chinese society and culture. Funding is intended to support research related to Chinese studies in...

GrantWatch ID#: 225856

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Academic Publishers and IHE Faculty Members to Publis...

Deadline: 01/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA, Canada, and International academic publishers and faculty members working at academic institutions to publish material on the subject of Chinese society. Eligible projects include books, book manuscripts, and monographs. Funding is inten...

GrantWatch ID#: 225857

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and International Journalists, Scholars, and Other Individuals to ...

Deadline: 01/16/26

Fellowships of $10,000 per month to USA, Canada, and International journalists, scholars, and other individuals to research global issues at a program in Washington, DC. The purpose of the program is to afford researchers the opportunity to engage with US policymakers ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210373

Grants to USA Filmmakers to Produce Documentary Feature Films on Jewish Themes

Deadline: 01/16/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA filmmakers to produce US documentary feature films on Jewish themes. Funding is intended to support independently-produced feature-length film projects in the development, pre-production, production, and post-production stages that provid...

GrantWatch ID#: 212304

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Professional Photographers to Be Chosen as the ...

Deadline: 01/17/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International professional photographers to enter a contest to be chosen as the best photojournalist or documentary photographer in their region. Eligible topics of interest include: nature, sports, news events, and environmental, socia...

GrantWatch ID#: 226219

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Institutions, Communities, and Researchers for Projec...

Deadline: 01/19/26

Grants of up to £20,000 to USA, Canada, and International institutions, communities, researchers, and individuals affiliated with host institutions for activities to preserve cultural heritage materials. Funding is intended to support projects to digitize research rec...

GrantWatch ID#: 225270

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts Activities that Benefit the Local Communi...

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and quasi-governmental entities for arts and cultural activities that benefit the local community. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155942

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Local Agencies for Arts Projects that Encourage Community E...

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants of up to $18,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations and local government entities for arts activities in eligible counties. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support projects in a wide range of arts disci...

GrantWatch ID#: 177551

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts Activities in Rural Areas

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations and government entities for arts projects in eligible regions. Applicants must complete the required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities in a wide range of disciplines with a f...

GrantWatch ID#: 187147

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Agencies to Build or Expand Arts and Cultural Centers in Ru...

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit arts organizations and government agencies to construct or enhance arts and culture centers in rural areas. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations ahead of the application deadline. Funding is intended to build, upgrade,...

GrantWatch ID#: 199272

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Access to the Arts

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants of up to $18,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations and government entities to improve access to arts activities. Funding is intended for projects that focus on increasing participation in the arts for all residents. Proposed projects must involve one or more ...

GrantWatch ID#: 224248

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, School Districts, Schools, IHEs, and Agencies for Arts Educati...

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, school districts, schools, IHEs, and government agencies for initiatives related to arts education. New applicants must contact a staff member prior to applying. Funding is intended for impactful arts education activities th...

GrantWatch ID#: 224434

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Artists to Participate in a Residency in Eligib...

Deadline: 01/20/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International artists to participate in a residency in eligible regions. Artists will have use of a darkroom to process their work on location. The purpose of the residency is to enable artists to produce site-specific images, including...

GrantWatch ID#: 225097

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Agencies to Publish Resources Related to America250

Deadline: 01/20/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations and government agencies to produce works related to the nation's 250th anniversary. Funding is intended to enable the publication and release of books, pamphlets, or other media projects. Successful applicants...

GrantWatch ID#: 225162

Fellowships to USA Graduate Students for Programs to Study Abroad

Deadline: 01/21/26

Fellowships to USA graduate students for opportunities to study abroad. Students will study cultures and languages in eligible foreign countries. The purpose of the program is to offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge that will assist them with future governm...

GrantWatch ID#: 150946

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Nonprofit, Agency, IHE, or Tribal Entity to Facilitate a Prog...

Deadline: 01/22/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization, agency, IHE, or Tribal entity to facilitate a program to enhance mayors' knowledge and training in urban design. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take over two weeks to complete. The purpose o...

GrantWatch ID#: 194553

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Qualifying Municipalities in Multiple ...

Deadline: 01/23/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, qualifying municipalities, and educational institutions in multiple states for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of safety, community building, and environme...

GrantWatch ID#: 180329