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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Ramiro Cortes Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ramiro Cortes Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, honors the legacy of composer Ramiro Cortés, who was a pioneering Mexican-American musician.	Not published	Varies
Premier Music Scholarship Gustavus Adolphus College · Foundation Not published · $25K The Premier Music Scholarship is an audition-based award established by the Music Department for exceptional talent in music performance. It is the highest award for musical excellence awarded by Gustavus.	Not published	$25K
Christopher Wellington Moore Memorial Scholarship Grant Philanthropic Ventures Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K Philanthropic Ventures Foundation (PVF), a 501(c)(3) public charity, was founded in 1991 to test new approaches to creative grantmaking and to maximize the impact of the philanthropic dollar.	Not published	Up to $20K
Kathleen Patton Westby Foundation Grant Kathleen Patton Westby Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kathleen Patton Westby Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life by supporting the arts, arts education, and culture. Applicants must submit a letter of inquiry as the first step, as proposals are accepted only upon request.	Not published	Varies
Bottomley, Peter R. Scholarship Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Bottomley, Peter R. Scholarship Fund, managed by the Noble County Community Foundation, offers a scholarship to an East Noble High School senior who has participated in the school band for four years and is pursuing a four-year degree…	Not published	$1K
Premio Guiomar García Guerra (Guiomar García Guerra Award) Fundacion Antilles Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K Recognizes educational excellence in projects supported by the foundation. Awards social and physical infrastructure projects that contribute to establishing a safe, healthy, and appropriate environment for teaching and learning.	Not published	$5K – $30K
Jerry and Peggy Hitchcock Scholarship The Community Foundation of Dickinson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _The 2026 Scholarship Award Cycle application period opens on 12/15/2025._ The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Inc. was established in 1999 by a group of civic-minded individuals who cherished their community and wanted to ensure…	Not published	Varies
Jere H. Brophy Memorial Scholarship Albert Rees Davis Endowment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship was established in December 2015 by Elaine Brophy in memory of her husband, Jere H. Brophy, who was a dedicated member of The Singers' Club of Cleveland for thirty years and served as President of the ARDEF Board of…	Not published	Varies
The Reese and Joelle Norris Service through Music Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi · Foundation Not published · $500 Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi manages 314 donor-established funds and has disbursed over $48 million to support more than 1,000 charitable organizations and activities…	Not published	$500
Michael Hawk Stampede Student Assistance Fund Lake Belton Band Boosters · Foundation Not published · Varies A financial assistance fund established by Lake Belton High School Band Boosters in honor of Michael "Mike" Hawk, a longtime supporter of the Stampede band program.	Not published	Varies
North Carolina Symphony Musicians Award North Carolina Symphony Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors emerging music educators in recognition of the fact that each one of the musicians on the North Carolina Symphony's stage has been influenced by excellent music teachers.	Not published	Varies
Keith Brabant Music Scholarship Grant Northern New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Keith Brabant Music Scholarship Application The Keith Brabant Music Scholarship committee is interested in finding and assisting young aspiring musicians who are willing to put in the hard work to pursue their talent, but are in need of…	Not published	Varies
Hampsong Education Fellowship in American Song Grant Society For American Music · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Hampsong Education Fellowship in American Song, offered by the Society for American Music, supports educators aiming to enhance understanding of American history and culture through song.	Not published	Up to $1K
WCAC Arts in Education Grants Washington County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Central Minnesota Arts Grant Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $8K The Central Minnesota Arts Grant supports small to medium-sized arts organizations in Central Minnesota, aiming to enhance accessibility to the arts for local residents.	Not published	$5K – $8K
Music Scholarships Rockley Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rockley Family Foundation provides resources for music scholarships to institutional partners across the country.	Not published	Varies
Janet Y. Sato Na Lima Paheona Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janet Y. Sato Na Lima Paheona Scholarship Fund supports Maui high school graduates pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree.	Not published	Varies
Gloria Belle Memorial Scholarship Grant The Ibma Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Gloria Belle Memorial Scholarship, established by the IBMA Foundation, honors pioneering bluegrass musician Gloria Bernadette Flickinger.	Not published	$1K
Statewide Community Re-grants Program- Arts Education Grant Greene County Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Statewide Community Re-grants Program for Arts Education, administered by CREATE Council on the Arts, offers funding between $1,500 and $3,000 for arts education projects in Greene, Columbia, and Schoharie Counties.	Not published	Up to $8K
Fine Arts Initiative Grant Maryland State Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $1K – $70K The Fine Arts Initiative Grant, established by the Maryland General Assembly, aims to enhance arts education for prekindergarten-12 students in local education agencies.	Not published	$1K – $70K
Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) Grant Programs Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts (PPA) is a partnership between local organizations and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), a state agency.	Not published	Varies
If Only I Had… Notes for Education Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies If Only I Had… is a grant program designed to fill gaps in music education programs by funding specific needs that teachers and schools identify.	Rolling	Varies
Arts Residencies in Schools Grant Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomer · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K The Arts Residencies in Schools Grant provides funding to teaching artists in Montgomery County, MD, allowing them to create curriculum-based arts programs that serve students in local schools.	Not published	$1K – $6K
AIE Arts Curriculum Project Grant Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The AIE Arts Curriculum Project, funded by the Arkansas Heritage, aims to enhance arts education in schools across Arkansas.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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