Music Education Grants
Last updated October 15, 2026
Grantable tracks 629 active music education grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 16 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 314 list an award amount, with a median of $4,000.
- Grants tracked
- 629
- from 419 funders
- Median award
- $4,000
- middle half $1,000–$10K
- Total listed funding
- $14.0M
- across 314 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 14
- 47 with a published date
On this page: State Foundation · Updated daily
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Visual Arts and Music Programs - Section 33 Dept of Education Grants · State Oct 29, 2026 · Varies Grant program for visual arts and music programs under Section 33 of Michigan education funding. | |
| FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund Floatarama Inc · Foundation ~October · $50K – $160K The FLoatarama LGBTQ Youth Fund provides grants to South Florida agencies aligned with FLoatarama's mission to support LGBTQ+ Youth. As of 2026, over $412,134 has been granted to date. | |
| Classroom Enrichment Grants The School Foundation Inc · Foundation ~October · Up to $850 The Education Foundation funds classroom grants that support innovative, challenging curricular extensions and learning opportunities for students. | |
| Teacher Grants Pasadena Educational Foundation · Foundation ~October · $200K – $325K PEF Teacher Grants help inspirational teachers in every PUSD school enhance the classroom experience for their students. Grants are provided directly to educators and benefit thousands of students in Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. | |
| Teacher Grants Renton Schools Foundation · Foundation ~October · Varies Supports innovation in the classroom by providing direct grants to teachers and support staff for use in classrooms to support student learning. Classroom materials and equipment that support student learning innovation, including: | |
| REF Grant Program Rye Education Foundation · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · $30K – $40K The Rye Education Foundation (REF) provides grants to support innovative educational projects in the Rye School District (NH, US). | |
| Arts Education Enrichment Grant Public Corp for the Arts of the City of Long Beach · Foundation ~November · Varies Arts Education Enrichment Grants provide financial support to Long Beach Unified School District schools for arts education programs and field trips. | |
| Gifts & Grants Program Pasadena Showcase House For The Arts · Foundation ~November · Varies Each year, Pasadena Showcase awards gifts and grants to a broad and diverse list of non-profit organizations to support their efforts in the community. | |
| Advancement of Music Grants The Presser Foundation · Foundation ~November · Up to $50K The Presser Foundation, established in 1939, offers grants between $2,500 and $50,000 to support music organizations across diverse genres. | |
| SHEF Classroom Enrichment Grant Somerset Hills Education Foundation Inc · Foundation ~November · $100 – $3K SHEF has been a transformative force in the Somerset Hills for nearly three decades, providing more than a million dollars in funding to enhance educational experiences for K-12 students. | |
| Music Educational and Community Programs, FY2027 Texas Governor's Office · State Dec 7, 2026 · Varies | |
| Falcon Grant Kentwood Public Schools Education Foundation · Foundation ~January · $1K The Falcon Grant was designed for educational projects needing funding of more than $1,000. Applications must be submitted by January 1st of the grant year, with approval/denial decisions made by January 31st of the grant year. | |
| Mary Ellen Thompson Elementary Music Fund Fargo Public Schools Development Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies Supports innovative music education in elementary schools within Fargo Public Schools. | |
| Innovative Education, Literacy, & Music Grants Fargo Public Schools Development Foundation · Foundation ~January · Varies Awarded annually to support the creativity, passion, and expertise of Fargo Public Schools educators. | |
| Competitive Grants The Mockingbird Foundation · Foundation ~January · $100 – $10K The Mockingbird Foundation's primary competitive grant program for music education funding. | |
| Mockingbird Foundation Grants The Mockingbird Foundation · Foundation ~January · $100 – $10K The Mockingbird Foundation offers competitive grants for music education for children. Focused on underserved communities, the foundation supports innovative projects that engage children directly through music. | |
| Fine Arts Scholarship Kappa Kappa Kappa Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies | |
| euphoria Grant Program Local Boys Do Good · Foundation ~January · Varies Since euphoria's inception in 2006, the festival has received over 150 grant applications and funded projects for more than 40 charitable organizations. In 2024, a record $103,000 was distributed across 8 organizations. | |
| Monday Musical Club Grant Berrien Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $3K Monday Musical Club grants (via Berrien Community Foundation, MI) provide up to $3,000 to schools and nonprofits in Berrien County, MI to support music instruction, programs, performances, or activities that engage and educate people of… | |
| Twanette Nutter Fleming Award Kappa Kappa Kappa Inc · Foundation ~January · Varies | |
| The Juniper Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $500 The Juniper Fund, established in 2010 by The Murray Clan Society of North America, supports the education and preservation of Scottish heritage. | |
| Presser Foundation: Capital Support Grants The Presser Foundation · Foundation ~February · $5K – $100K The Presser Foundation, established in 1939, supports music education and philanthropy through capital support grants ranging from $5,000 to $100,000. | |
| Private Piano Lesson Scholarships Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur · Foundation ~February · Up to $800 The Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur offers a minimum of 2 private piano lesson scholarships from a Millikin School of Music instructor. These scholarships include 13 one-hour lessons valued up to $800. | |
| Instrumental Private Lesson Scholarships Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur · Foundation ~February · Up to $800 The Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur offers up to 10 instrumental private lesson scholarships from a Millikin School of Music instructor. These scholarships include 13 one-hour lessons valued up to $800. |
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Music education grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 14 2%
- Upcoming date published
- 47 7%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 175 28%
- No deadline published
- 393 62%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 47 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active music education grants
- The Ibma Foundation Inc 9 active
- Greensboro Symphony Guild 7 active
- Montana State University 7 active
- Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation 7 active
- The Pittsburgh Foundation 7 active
- Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc 6 active
419 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 629 active music education grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 15, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum.
About music education grants
Music education grants fund school band and orchestra programs, instrument purchases, curriculum development, and music teacher training. The Department of Education, NEA, NAMM Foundation, and organizations like VH1 Save the Music provide dedicated music education funding, especially for underserved schools.
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Music Education Grants by state
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do music education grants award?
Of the 629 music education grants Grantable lists as of October 15, 2026, 314 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $4,000, and the middle half fall between $1,000 and $10K. The largest is $6M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most music education grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are The Ibma Foundation Inc (9), Greensboro Symphony Guild (7), Montana State University (7), Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation (7), and The Pittsburgh Foundation (7). In all, 419 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are music education grants due?
Of 629 grants listed, 14 accept applications on a rolling basis, 47 have a published upcoming deadline, 175 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 393 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 57% fall in January–March.
How do I get instruments for my school music program?
VH1 Save the Music provides full instrument grants to qualifying schools. The NAMM Foundation offers grants for music education programs. Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation donates instruments to under-funded programs. State music education associations often maintain instrument donation and grant programs. DonorsChoose is another effective channel for instrument funding.
What federal grants support school music?
Title I and Title IV-A funds can support music education in eligible schools. The Department of Education's Arts in Education program provides competitive grants. The NEA funds music education through Art Works and partnerships. The Every Student Succeeds Act explicitly includes music as a well-rounded education subject eligible for federal funding.
Are there grants for after-school music programs?
Yes. 21st Century Community Learning Centers fund after-school enrichment including music. The National Guild for Community Arts Education offers grants. State arts in education programs frequently fund after-school music. Foundations like the Mockingbird Foundation and Fidelity Investments fund music education outreach.
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