What's the Best Way to Find Funding for a Studio and Equipment?

[bobby collins]

I was living and learning in Europe for the past few years, developing my style, process and technique. Upon returning to the USA, I've seen a big difference in credit opportunities, prices in general for equipment and space.

Is there funding, such as grants, loans, investors, somewhere? Looking for resources that are available to many artists in Europe, which are seemingly nonexistant here.