Arts Grants
The West Virginia Arts Grants program funds projects in artistic creation, arts education, folk arts, public art, cultural facilities, and professional development to enrich communities statewide.
Funder: West Virginia Department of Arts Culture and History
Due Dates: May 18, 2026 (Full application) | October 1, 2026 (Round Two for select programs)
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $1,000 (mini grants) to $50,000 (project support); most programs offer $5,000–$20,000; see program guidelines for specifics.
Summary: Supports WV artists, organizations, schools, and communities with funding for arts projects, education, public art, cultural facilities, and professional development.
Key Information: Multiple grant categories; eligibility and match requirements vary by program.
Description
The Arts Grants program administered by the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History provides a broad suite of funding opportunities to strengthen the arts ecosystem across the state. Through diverse grant categories—including support for individual artists, nonprofits, schools, local governments, and community groups—the program funds artistic creation, arts education, folk and traditional arts, public art, cultural facilities, and professional development. The goal is to foster creativity, lifelong learning, accessibility, and cultural enrichment in West Virginia communities.
