Music Education Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 629 active music education grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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

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Judy Tomes Duffy Music Education Scholarship Grant Scranton Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change.	Not published	Varies
NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation - Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge National Music Publishers Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K A songwriting competition for high school students seeking the next generation of songwriting talent. The initiative offers students an opportunity to showcase their songwriting talents and compete for scholarship prizes.	Not published	$3K – $5K
James A. and Rita B. Pellow Memorial Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the James A. and Rita B. This grant has a rolling deadline.	Not published	Varies
BAEF Grant Program Burbank Arts and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Burbank Arts & Education Foundation has a long history of supporting innovation and excellence in schools, with a particular emphasis on arts education, STEM programs, and meeting the needs of Burbank Unified School District students.	Not published	Varies
Ben Paley Scholarship Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ben Paley Scholarship Fund, established in 2019 by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, honors the life of musician Ben Paley.	Not published	Varies
Culturally Enriched Communities Grant Travelers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Travelers supports organizations that build communities and enrich lives through arts and culture, and that use the arts to contribute directly to enhanced academic learning.	Not published	Varies
GA Arts: Arts Education Program Grant Georgia Council for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Georgia Arts: Arts Education Program Grant aims to enhance arts education for K-12 students by supporting programs from Georgia organizations, schools, and agencies.	Not published	$1K – $5K
David M. Brooks Music Fund New Hampshire Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The David M. Brooks Music Fund supports music education in New Hampshire’s public schools. Brooks, of Bedford, was a U.S. Army veteran who had worked in the printing industry — and who loved music.	Not published	Varies
Jean P. Fitton Fund Grant Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · Varies Jean FIttonThe Jean P. Fitton Fund was established in 2017 as an endowed field of interest fund.	Not published	Varies
The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award Grant From the Top · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award offers a one-time, need-based grant of up to $10,000 for pre-collegiate musicians aged 8-18 participating in From the Top’s Learning and Media Lab Fellowship.	Not published	Up to $10K
Gary L. Carrow Memorial Scholarship Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Gary L. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 05 Mar 2027.	Not published	Varies
Buddy Pierce and Maggie P. Speight Scholarship Fund for the Arts Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Buddy Pierce and Maggie P. Speight Scholarship Fund for the Arts, established by two siblings with a passion for the arts, aims to support low-income students pursuing music or arts education in college.	Not published	Varies
Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Grants The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports apprenticeships pairing master artists with apprentices to preserve and transmit folk and traditional arts knowledge.	Not published	Varies
HSFCA: Artists in the Schools Grant Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $9K The HSFCA Artists in the Schools General Grant aims to enhance educational experiences in Hawai'i by integrating art into classrooms.	Not published	Up to $9K
Classics for Kids Matching Grant Program Classics for Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Classics for Kids Matching Grant Program, established by the Classics for Kids Foundation, aims to enhance music education for at-risk and rural youth by providing matching grants for fine stringed instruments.	Not published	Varies
Floyd Family Scholarship Grant Erie County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Floyd Family Scholarship, established by the Erie County Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Erie County, Ohio, who aim to pursue degrees in music, music education, general education, or liberal arts.	Not published	Varies
Les Paul Foundation Grant Les Paul Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $2K The Les Paul Foundation Grant supports innovative music education and medical research related to hearing loss.	Not published	$2K – $2K
P/Arts Grant Program Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation’s mission is to utilize its assets to assist any not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the arts or create programs that inspire, engage, and teach.	Not published	Varies
Flynn – Barney Flynn Memorial Scholarship Grant Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Flynn – Barney Flynn Memorial Scholarship, established in memory of Barney Flynn, supports graduating seniors from CCISD, Tuloso-Midway, or Flour Bluff who are active in high school band and plan to enroll full-time in college.	Not published	Varies
Arnold Shultz Fund Grant The Ibma Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arnold Shultz Fund, established by the IBMA Foundation, aims to enhance diversity in bluegrass music by providing $30,000 annually in grants.	Not published	Varies
Teacher Mini-Grant Program Kutztown Area School District Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kutztown Area School District Education Foundation provides mini grants to support innovative classroom projects and educational initiatives across all district buildings.	Not published	Varies
Ocker - Edna W. Ocker Scholarship Grant Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ocker - Edna W. Ocker Scholarship, established by Edna W. Ocker, supports music and music education majors at Del Mar College. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and successfully complete a music performance audition.	Not published	Varies
H. Lyman Mooney Music Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · $450 The H. Lyman Mooney Music Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, provides a $450 scholarship to a graduating senior from Marshfield High School pursuing music studies.	Not published	$450
Fr. Wilkie Liturgical Music Scholarship Loras College · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship that pays applied lesson fees for all instrumentalists and vocalists who participate in liturgical music ministry, regardless of intended major.	Not published	Varies

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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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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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