Music Education Grants

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 630 active music education grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What music education grants are open right now?

ILLINOIS PRAIRIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

General Grants ( Education, Health and Wellness, and Youth) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Illinois…

MANHEIM TOWNSHIP EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

General Grants (MTEF) Geographic Scope: Manheim Township School District, Pennsylvania Funder: Manheim Township Educational Foundation (MTEF) Overview: MTEF offers general grant funding to support…

UPPER ARLINGTON EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

General Grants Program Geographic Scope: Upper Arlington School District, Upper Arlington, OH Focus Area: Programs and projects that enhance student experiences beyond the school district budget;…

ALBERT REES DAVIS ENDOWMENT FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

George L. Hackett Scholarship Funder: Albert Rees Davis Endowment Fund, Inc. (ARDEF) Geographic Scope: Cleveland, Ohio area Focus Area: Music education and choral performance Background The George L.…

GEORGE AND NORA LONDON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

George London Foundation Pre-College Scholarship Program Organization: George and Nora London Foundation Purpose: Award scholarships to deserving high school students in the Juilliard Pre-College…

Up to $5,000
GEORGIA MUSIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Georgia Music Grant Funder: Georgia Music Foundation Inc Mission: The Georgia Music Foundation supports programs of music education, preservation and outreach. Program Overview The Georgia Music…

GIBSON GIVES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gibson Foundation Donation Request Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gibson Gives Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Gibson Foundation, now known as Gibson Gives, is dedicated to enhancing lives…

PASADENA SHOWCASE HOUSE FOR THE ARTS · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Gifts & Grants Program Funder: Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts Overview: Each year, Pasadena Showcase awards gifts and grants to a broad and diverse list of non-profit organizations to support…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gloria Anderson Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Gloria…

The Ibma Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gloria Belle Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ibma Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The Gloria Belle Memorial Scholarship, established by the…

GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

GMF: Cycle 3 - General Operating Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The GMF: Cycle 3 - General Operating…

$25,000 (endowed scholarship)
HAGERSTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grace Dull Memorial Scholarship Status: Active - first recipient awarded in 2025 Geographic Scope: Hagerstown Community College (Maryland) Focus Areas: Performing arts Eligibility: - HCC students…

$1,000 - $6,000
PRINCESS GRACE FOUNDATION - USA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grace Kelly Scholarship Overview: The Grace Kelly Scholarship program assists extraordinary aspiring theater artists at the high school level with financial support and mentorship to develop their…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grace Piersma Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the…

CHATTANOOGA SYMPHONY & OPERA ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Grace Russell Scholarship Overview: Supports current Chattanooga Youth Symphony members who plan to attend the Sewanee Summer Music Festival. Award Details: - Tuition scholarship for Sewanee Summer…

GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grant Opportunities for TCAPS Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation offers two competitive grant…

$300 - $500 per grant
LEANDER EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Grant Patrol (Educator Grants) Funder: Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) Geographic Scope: Leander ISD, Texas Status: Active, ongoing program Overview: LEEF's Grant Patrol is a…

Delaware Division of the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grants for Schools- Artist Residency Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Division of the Arts Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Delaware Division of the Arts offers ongoing Artist Residency…

Delaware Division of the Arts · Rolling / Open Foundation

Grants for Schools: Education Resource Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Division of the Arts Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Delaware Division of the Arts provides Education Resource…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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