Open Grant Programs in Arizona

1. Artist Opportunity Grant (Arizona Commission on the Arts)

• Who can apply: Individual Arizona artists in any discipline, age 18+, residing in the state.

• Funding: $500 to $1,500 to support things like workshops, residencies, marketing, equipment, etc.

• Opens: July 8, 2025

• Deadline: October 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM MST

• Supports professional growth through new opportunities.azarts.smapply.ioazarts.gov

2. Mini Grants & Project Grants (Arizona Humanities)

• Mini Grants: Up to $2,500, available year-round until funds are exhausted.

• Project Grants: Up to $10,000, awarded twice yearly.

  • The most recent Project Grant cycle had an Intent to Apply deadline on May 1, 2025, and the Application deadline on June 15, 2025.Arizona Humanities

• Note: Some grant categories are currently suspended pending availability of federal funding—check frequently for updates.Arizona Humanities

3. Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) Grants (USDA Rural Development – Arizona)

• Who can apply: Nonprofits, public bodies, tribal entities, and qualified private organizations serving rural areas (population under 50,000).

• Funding: $50,000 to $500,000 (requires matching funds equal to grant amount).

• Deadline: Electronic applications are due August 7, 2025; paper applications by August 12, 2025.Rural Development

4. CORE Grants (Community Foundation for Southern Arizona)

• Who can apply: 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Southern Arizona, operating at least 2 years with budgets between $100K–$2M (or use a fiscal sponsor).

• Funding: Flexible “working capital” grants to invest in organizational capacity and impact.

• Deadline: Applications were open until March 3, 2025, 5 PM MST. Awards distributed in June 2025.cfsaz.org

5. Innovative Grants – Legacy Foundation of Southeast Arizona

• Who can apply: Governments, tribal agencies, universities, or collaborating organizations serving Cochise County and eastern Santa Cruz County.

• Funding: Up to $50,000 for projects that promote community wellness and population health.

• Deadline: LOI by August 4, 2025; full applications due September 26, 2025.