The Arts Council of Rockland (ACOR) established an Artists’ Support Fund to provide grants directly to practicing Rockland County artists in need of funds to support their ongoing work.  Grants are disbursed annually to artists selected through a review process.  The 2025 Artists’ Support Fund grant cycle will be launched in January 2025.

The 2025 Arts Alive Grant Program, funded by the New York State Legislature and administered by ArtsWestchester, is now open. This grant is all about supporting vibrant and meaningful arts projects across Westchester and Rockland counties, celebrating the creativity of our geographically, economically, and ethnically diverse communities. Access the 2025 Arts Alive application and guidelines HERE.

Humanities New York (HNY) Recurring Grants offers QUICK, VISION, and ACTION GRANTS to New York organizations, municipalities, and tribal governments on a monthly or semi-annual basis. The mission of Humanities New York is to strengthen civil society and the bonds of community, using the humanities to foster engaged inquiry and dialogue around social and cultural concerns. Access HNY grant guidelines HERE, information on Recurring Grants HERE, and information on Annual Grants HERE.

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) supports the nation’s arts sector with grant opportunities to help everyone live more artful lives. The NEA is the only arts funder in the United States—public or private—that provides access to the arts in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. jurisdictions. Each year, the NEA awards thousands of grants nationwide, including grants to first-time applicants. Access NEA grant opportunities HERE.

New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) upholds the right of all New Yorkers to experience the vital contributions the arts make to our communities, education, economic development and quality of life. The 2025 grant cycle for the following opportunities - Support for Organizations, Support for Artists, Targeted Opportunities, and Regrants and Services - is now closed. Check back in early 2025 for information regarding the 2026 grant cycle HERE.

New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) empowers the creative community by providing critical support, resources, and opportunities. Each year, NYFA provides over $4 million in cash grants to individuals pursuing artistic excellence in all forms. Access NYFA grant opportunities HERE.