Achelis and Bodman Support for New Jersey Arts
Arts and culture nonprofits in northern New Jersey can use this funding to support programs within the foundation’s arts and culture focus areas. Grants from the Achelis and Bodman Foundation help New Jersey organizations, especially in Essex and Monmouth counties, that are 501(c)(3) public charities working in arts, education, employment, health, public policy, or youth and families.
The Achelis and Bodman Foundation
Arts and Human Services Funding from Connelly Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing arts, Catholic education, human services, or civic programs in the Philadelphia–Camden region can access funding for programs, operations, and capital projects. New Jersey arts nonprofits in Camden County may be eligible, especially those expanding cultural access or K–12 arts education for underserved communities, including Catholic school students.
Connelly Foundation
Fidelity Foundation Arts Grants in New Jersey
Nonprofit arts and culture organizations in New Jersey with 501(c)(3) status, $1M+ budgets, and major projects of $100K+ may be eligible for capacity-building support, including capital, planning, or technology initiatives. Fidelity Foundation focuses on high-impact projects that strengthen long-term effectiveness and may also consider organizations of national importance.
Fidelity Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits in New Jersey can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that create long-term impact. Focused on these areas, State Farm Companies Foundation invites organizations to propose projects such as disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, or K-12 and STEM education, which may include arts-related components within broader educational goals.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in New Jersey
Nonprofit cultural institutions offering arts and science programs in New Jersey can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million may receive more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support, especially for arts education, artist development, and STEAM initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
New Jersey arts and culture nonprofits serving urban children or youth in poverty can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for projects in education, children’s health, or family economic stability. Grants of more than US $50,000 support project implementation or scaling in the U.S., India, or South Africa, within the foundation’s focus areas.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Pincus Family Foundation Grants for New Jersey Youth Arts
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth through creative and performing arts, education, health, or recreation programs can seek project, program, or general operating support. Focused on youth development, Pincus Family Foundation invites organizations using arts for social change and related youth services in its New Jersey priority counties to begin with an online eligibility quiz.
Pincus Family Foundation
Arts and Culture Field Trip Funding from Community Foundation of New Jersey
Pre-K–12 schools and eligible nonprofits in New Jersey’s Essex County can apply for Community Foundation of New Jersey’s Schumann Field Trip New Jersey Funds, awarding up to US $1,500 for arts, culture, history, nature, science, and college-visit trips. Funding supports underserved students, including travel outside their districts and multiple distinct trips per year.
Community Foundation Of New Jersey
Bank of America Support for New Jersey Arts
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for arts and culture, community development, or basic needs can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides regional U.S. sponsorships for initiatives such as preserving neighborhoods, arts and culture programming, and diversity and inclusion efforts that help maintain vibrant, healthy communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Homeless Services Funding from Edith Taylor Trust
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving homeless individuals in Morristown and Dover, New Jersey can apply for support that may include arts and culture, health, and human services programming. Focused on homelessness, Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust invites New Jersey organizations to seek funding through the JPMorgan-administered application process.
Edith P. C. Taylor Charitable Trust
Altra Foundation Support for Arts Nonprofits
Letter of inquiry due Aug 16, 2026
Arts and culture 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Mercer County, New Jersey can apply for Altra Foundation’s Best Life Community Awards; awards US $2,500 - US $10,000 for community-focused programming. Eligible work may include arts access and cultural enrichment within Altra’s broader priorities like education, health, human services, environment, and community development.
ALTRA FOUNDATION INC
New Jersey Jazz Presenting Funding via Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government presenters in New Jersey can receive up to US $3,000 to support presenting professional jazz artists through the Jazz Touring Network. Grants from Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation help arts organizations expand or enhance jazz programming, join a regional touring network, and participate in collaborative booking and professional development.
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Montclair State University Civic Science Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits and fiscally sponsored projects creating civic science media can receive up to US $15,000 for short-term collaborative pilots, including those in New Jersey. Montclair State University supports projects that connect scientists, media, and communities to improve public engagement with topics like climate, public health, AI, and neuroscience.
Montclair State University
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for New Jersey Arts
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) arts and culture nonprofits seeking project or program support can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation, with awards from US $1,000 - US $10,000. Eligible U.S.-based organizations must have budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25%, and may also work in related areas like education, youth, or humanitarian services.
Hansen Family Foundation
Local Arts Funding from Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission
Applications due Sep 12, 2026
Somerset County-based 501(c)(3)/(c)(4) arts nonprofits and eligible public agencies in New Jersey can seek funding for local arts programming, special projects, and creative placemaking that benefit county residents. Focused on community arts and culture, Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission offers competitive support for general operations, public arts events, and collaborative arts initiatives that expand public access.
Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission
New Jersey Arts and Culture Renewal Fund Arts Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
New Jersey nonprofit arts, arts education, and history organizations can receive unrestricted operating support in New Jersey, with awards up to US $10,000. The New Jersey Arts and Culture Renewal Fund prioritizes smaller, community-connected groups, especially those serving low- to moderate-income communities and advancing equitable cultural access and storytelling for BIPOC communities.
New Jersey Arts And Culture Renewal Fund Inc
Mary Owen Borden Arts Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Arts-focused nonprofits serving disadvantaged youth and families in New Jersey’s Mercer and Monmouth counties can apply for grants of US $10,000 - US $15,000 to support programs in areas like education, counseling, childcare, health, and the arts. Grants from Mary Owen Borden Memorial Fund also consider related needs such as affordable housing, conservation, and environmental initiatives.
Mary Owen Borden Memorial Fund
Presser Foundation Grants for New Jersey Music
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
With a mission to support music education and philanthropy, Presser Foundation provides New Jersey arts nonprofits with US $5,000 - US $25,000 for special music projects and operating needs. Eligible 501(c)(3) music performance, presenting, and pre-collegiate music education organizations within the specified New Jersey counties may apply, including newer groups and small organizations seeking resilience support.
Presser Foundation
Storytelling and Conservation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey working in wildlife conservation, preservation, education, or wellness can seek the Storytelling Grant to share their impact through compelling narratives. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports projects that highlight real-world change, with awards of More than US $50,000 available for eligible storytelling efforts.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for New Jersey Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in New Jersey can seek support for their programs and initiatives. With a mission to foster positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with funding that may benefit arts-focused nonprofits whose work overlaps these areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Summer Camp Funding for Nonprofits from OceanFirst Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) camp provider nonprofits offering youth summer programs can apply for OceanFirst Foundation’s Summer Camp Grants to fund camp scholarships. Programs featuring arts education, science, leadership development, or civic engagement may be eligible if they serve counties in the foundation’s New Jersey footprint and align with priorities like youth development, health, housing, or quality of life.
OceanFirst Foundation
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Folk Arts Grants in New Jersey
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations and government or tribal entities in New Jersey can receive US $1,000 - US $5,000 to support folk and traditional arts projects with a public component, such as performances, workshops, or exhibitions. With a mission to nurture diverse artistic expression, Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation requires a 1:1 non-federal match for these community-focused arts initiatives.
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Philadelphia Foundation Support for New Jersey Arts
Applications due May 7, 2027
Nonprofit museums and arts organizations can seek funding for fine art purchases, commissions, exhibitions, or artist-led projects benefiting visual artists from Greater Philadelphia, including parts of New Jersey. The Philadelphia Foundation’s Edna W. Andrade Fund awards US $5,000 - US $25,000 to 501(c)(3) groups meeting professional exhibition and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Philadelphia Foundation
New Jersey Cultural Trust Support for Arts
Letter of inquiry due Jun 8, 2027
Nonprofit arts organizations in New Jersey can seek one-year project grants to strengthen financial and institutional stability, including working capital reserves, debt reduction, planning, technology, equipment, staffing, and board or staff development. Focused on organizational capacity, the New Jersey Cultural Trust offers up to US $40,000 with no match required, with recommendations from the State Council on the Arts.
New Jersey Department of State: Cultural Trust
New Jersey Cultural Trust Grants for History
Letter of inquiry due Jun 15, 2027
New Jersey history and humanities nonprofits seeking to strengthen financial and organizational stability can apply for project-based support in New Jersey. New Jersey Cultural Trust provides New Jersey cultural organizations with US $10,000 - US $40,000 to address financial and operational challenges and build long-term capacity through its Institutional and Financial Stabilization Grants.
New Jersey Department of State: Cultural Trust
Arts and Culture Grants for Nonprofits from Philadelphia Foundation
Applications due Jun 28, 2027
Arts and cultural nonprofits in New Jersey’s Burlington or Camden counties working with BIPOC and other underserved communities can apply for Art Works grants, awarding US $75,000 - US $150,000 in two-year unrestricted support. Grants from The Philadelphia Foundation also offer professional development, consulting, and Drexel University co-op student placements.
The Philadelphia Foundation