NEA Funding For 2026 Advances

The U.S. Senate & the House of Representatives released final funding levels for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Interior, Environment & Related Agencies Appropriations bill including $207 million for the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The Creative Coalition commends Congress for maintaining FY 2025 funding levels for the NEA & calls on lawmakers in both chambers to approve this funding level when it comes for a vote in each chamber. Tim Daly, President of The Creative Coalition stated, “Maintaining stable funding for the National Endowment for the Arts is a vital step toward nurturing creativity, boosting local economies & ensuring access to the arts for all Americans. This funding supports jobs, education & community vitality across the country. It’s a smart investment in our nation’s cultural & economic strength.” Robin Bronk, CEO of The Creative Coalition concluded, “The Creative Coalition applauds this bipartisan agreement to preserve NEA funding at current levels, but our work isn’t done until it becomes law. We’ll keep pushing to protect & grow support for the arts, which drive innovation, heal communities & contribute billions to our economy every year.” The House of Representatives is expected to vote on NEA funding as part of a larger spending package as soon as this week. If the bill passes the House the Senate must also approve the measure before it is sent to the President for signature. The Creative Coalition will continue to engage with lawmakers as new funding for the NEA moves toward finalization. Founded in 1989 by prominent members of the creative community The Creative Coalition is dedicated to educating its members on issues of public importance.

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