FUND FOR THE ARTS INC
AI Summary
FUND FOR THE ARTS INC is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that reported $3M in grants paid to 36 grantees in filing year 2025. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and funds by invitation only; nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Vision Statement: We envision a healthy and vibrant community where everyone embraces the art that exists in our lives every day, everyone contributes to the well-being of our arts community, and it is understood that everyone belongs to the arts community. Mission Statement: We contribute to the overall health and well-being of our community by generating resources for, investing in, and supporting our local arts, artists and arts organizations.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Economic development
Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ACTORS THEATRE OF LOUISVILLE INC
LOUISVILLE, KY
$9.1M
18%
THE LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA INC
LOUISVILLE, KY
$8.2M
16%
KENTUCKY DANCE COUNCIL INC DBA LOUISVILLE BALLET
Louisville, KY
$5.1M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
41
Median 1st year grant
$13.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$19.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
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- 131 grantees
- 197 board & team members
- 11 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FUND FOR THE ARTS INC?
No. FUND FOR THE ARTS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FUND FOR THE ARTS INC give?
FUND FOR THE ARTS INC primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky, Indiana, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are FUND FOR THE ARTS INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FUND FOR THE ARTS INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $14 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FUND FOR THE ARTS INC make each year?
In 2024, FUND FOR THE ARTS INC awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $3.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FUND FOR THE ARTS INC fund recently?
In 2024, FUND FOR THE ARTS INC awarded grants to about 130 grantees. Recent grantees include ACTORS THEATRE OF LOUISVILLE INC, THE LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA INC, and KENTUCKY DANCE COUNCIL INC DBA LOUISVILLE BALLET. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FUND FOR THE ARTS INC?
FUND FOR THE ARTS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.