Artist Grant Application (Full) - The Church Studio Recording Scholarship
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Eligible organizations
- Artist or band member
Other requirements
- Must demonstrate musical history and experience
- Financial need is considered (applicants select annual income range)
- Prior professional studio experience is optional but asked about
Overview
The Church Studio Recording Scholarship
Geographic Scope: Not explicitly stated, but application includes all US states
Focus Areas: Music recording and artist development. The Church Studio is described as "an iconic recording facility that supports, educates, and inspires with a professional recording environment, public programs, and interpretive exhibits."
What They Fund: Professional recording studio time and access for emerging artists
Eligibility Requirements:
- Artist or band member
- Must demonstrate musical history and experience
- Financial need is considered (applicants select annual income range)
- Prior professional studio experience is optional but asked about
Application Contact:
- Phone: (918) 894-2965
- Email: info@thechurchstudio.com
- Address: 304 S Trenton Ave. Tulsa, OK 74120
How to Apply
Full Application Process
Required Information:
- Artist Name
- Band Name
- Artist Email
- Date of Birth
- Phone Number
- Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
Musical Background Questions:
- Tell us about your history with music, performing, writing (required essay)
- Have you had any formal training, lessons, or enrollment in a school music program? (Yes/No with explanation)
Education:
- Mark all that apply: High School, GED, Homeschool, College, None
- List school names and any diplomas/degrees earned
Employment History:
- Provide up to 3 positions with Company Name, Job Title, and Dates Employed
Financial Need:
- Select annual income range: Under $20,000 / $20,000–$40,000 / $40,000–$60,000 / Over $60,000
- Optional: Provide additional details about financial situation
Recording Experience:
- Have you ever recorded in a professional recording studio? (Yes/No)
Application Essays:
- Why do you want to record your music? (required)
- Why should we consider you for The Church Studio Recording Scholarship? (required)
Music Portfolio:
- How many songs have you released?
- Upload a video or audio recording of you performing (up to 5 files)
- Share a link to your Spotify, Bandcamp, Soundcloud, Tidal or Apple Music
- Additional "More about your music" field (optional)
Submission: Online form submission
What The Church Studio Music Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
The Church Studio Music Foundation reported $5,359 in grants for 2025 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2021, its most recent itemized filing.
- Grants in 2021
- 1
- Total given
- $100K
- Median grant
- $100K
- By dollars: Oklahoma 100%. Top recipient cities: Tulsa, OK.
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