In the ceramic studio with Deavron "The Urban Explorer" Dailey. March 2021. (Photo credit: Nathan Shaulis.)
In the ceramic studio with Deavron "The Urban Explorer" Dailey. March 2021. (Photo credit: Nathan Shaulis.)

Individual artists face barriers to accessing already limited resources to support their work. Furthermore, while art is generally valued, data shows that the artist is less so. The Pittsburgh Foundation’s individual artist grant-making criteria strives to recognize the artist as a whole person, and not as a commodity. Realizing that each artist comes to the Foundation with varied lived experiences, nuanced art forms and discrete needs, we celebrate the artist community writ large. By funding the artistic experiences of love, joy, pain, celebration, social inquiry and humanity, it is the Foundation’s hope that the Pittsburgh region will be exposed to the breadth of human experience and the unparalleled talent the region has to offer.

Find arts grant opportunities

Individual artists applying through foundation-directed grantmaking must apply with a fiscal sponsor. Please see fiscal sponsor guidelines to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements.

Application Deadlines

Foundation-Directed GrantsApplication Deadlines*
Spring grant cycleMonday, Feb. 3, 2025 by 5 p.m.
(for funding decision after May 9)
Fall grant cycleTuesday, July 15, 2025 by 5 p.m.
(for funding decisions after Oct. 29)

*Dates above apply to most grant programs. If dates differ, they will be listed on the program page. Dates may be subject to change. The Foundation may adjust the timing of grants in consideration for funding.

Grant Guidelines

See eligibility criteria, our funding priorities, grant types, duration and award amount ranges.

How to Apply for Grants

Learn how to apply for funding through the Foundation's online grant application portal.
Nicole Henninger
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Nicole Henninger

Senior Program Officer, Arts and Culture
412-394-2617
Taliya Allen
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Taliya Allen

Program Associate for the Arts
Katie Potts
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Katie Potts

Program Assistant
412-394-2654

More Grantmaking Supporting Arts and Culture

The Pittsburgh Foundation also offers the following funding opportunities to eligible applicants.

Small and Mid-Size Arts Organizations

Small and Mid-Size Arts Organizations face disparities in their ability to access resources.