Grants for Schools
Grants from the Oklahoma Arts Council help students harness and develop their creativity and strengthen their education. Arts education gives students the tools they need to compete in a global and creative workforce. Grants for arts education in schools are listed below:
A range of grant programs is available to meet the needs of schools across the state. Each program has its own eligibility requirements, deadlines, and funding criteria. Applicants should review program guidelines carefully to ensure their school qualifies and understands the application process.
Before applying, schools must create a user profile in the Oklahoma Arts Council grant portal. Applications can only be submitted after eligibility is verified by the Oklahoma Arts Council. It is recommended that profiles be created or updated well in advance of any deadlines.
Explore current grant opportunities below to find the program that best fits your school's programming.
Essential Arts Education Grants for Schools
Project Activity Dates
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 (Grant Period FY2027)
Grant Amount
Up to $5,000
Application Deadlines
60 days before your project begins.
Expanded Arts Education Grants for Schools
Project Activity Dates
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 (Grant Period FY2027)
Grant Amount
Up to $2,500
Application Deadlines
60 days before your project begins.
Classroom Supply Grants for Visual and Performing Arts
Project Activity Dates
July 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 (Grant Period FY2027)
Grant Amount
Up to $500 per school
Application Deadlines
September 15, 2026 (Closed)
Arts in Alternative Education Grants
Project Activity Dates
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 (Grant Period FY2027)
Grant Amount
Up to $5,000
Application Deadlines
60 days before your project begins.
Capitol Art Field Trip Grants
Project Activity Dates
Applications are currently being accepted for tours scheduled September 1, 2026, through May 30, 2027. In addition to submitting a grant application, schools must complete this form to request a guided tour.
Grant Amount
Up to $1,100 per field trip. Each school site may apply for one Capitol Art Field Trip Grants per school year.
Application Deadline
30 days before the scheduled field trip date
Oklahoma Poetry Out Loud Partnership Grant
Project Activity Dates
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 (Grant Period FY2027)
Grant Amount
Up to $20,000 per organization (contingent on funding support from the National Endowment for the Arts)
Application Period
April 1 – May 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time (closed)
Match/Cost Share Requirement
No match is required
Questions?
Arts Education Director
Jennifer Allen-Barron
(405) 249-7987
jennifer.allen-barron@arts.ok.gov
