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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The Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award Grant Ascap Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Stephen Schwartz Musical Theatre Teacher of the Year Award, presented by The ASCAP Foundation and the Educational Theatre Association, recognizes outstanding middle and high school musical theatre teachers.	Not published	$5K
Picture the Music Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Parkville Fine Arts Association Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.	Not published	$1K
Music Building Support & Naming Opportunities Monterey Peninsula College Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $750 The MPC Foundation is raising funds for MPC's new Music Building opening in 2027. This initiative offers a variety of naming opportunities for community members and donors to support music education infrastructure and programs.	Not published	From $750
Poetry Out Loud Grant Kentucky Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Poetry Out Loud Grant, offered by the Kentucky Arts Council, supports high school students in grades 9-12 as they engage in poetry memorization and performance.	Not published	Varies
Arts in Education Grants Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Grants up to $5,000 (1:1 cash match recommended) enabling accredited Pre-K-12 schools and PTO/PTA groups in Anne Arundel County (public or private) to present performances and residencies in dance, history, music, theatre, and…	Not published	Up to $5K
Wise Family Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wise Family Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Muskingum County high schools pursuing higher education in music-related fields.	Not published	Varies
Caroline M. and Clayton Lee Scholarship Greensboro Symphony Guild · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Program - Arts Patrick and Aimee Butler Family · Foundation Not published · $20K The Butler Family Foundation's Community Grants Program offers two-year grants focusing on arts accessibility in the Twin Cities.	Not published	$20K
Arts, Enrichment & Innovation Grants Bellevue Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Bellevue Schools Foundation offers school-based grants to teachers and staff to enhance the education experience for their students and provide opportunities for innovation in the classroom.	Not published	$2K
Music Education Grants St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K Annual competitive grants program supporting music education in schools and communities across the region.	Not published	$500 – $5K
William (Bill) Hentosh Artist Scholarship Garrett County Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 An annual scholarship established by GCAC Board Member and local photographer William "Bill" Hentosh to benefit Garrett County high school students pursuing arts education.	Not published	$250
Ethel Zwiebel Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ethel Zwiebel Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of the North State, supports Shasta County students majoring in music who demonstrate financial need.	Not published	Varies
VSO Fellowship Program Virginia Symphony Orchestra · Foundation Not published · Varies The Virginia Symphony Orchestra offers a Fellowship Program that provides professional development and performance opportunities for emerging musicians. The program appears to focus on diversity in orchestral music.	Not published	Varies
Arts Mentorship Program Scholarships Grant Lake Region Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $700 Since its inception as an arm of the Rural Development Commission in 1977, Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) has been committed to providing access to quality arts opportunities and programming.	Not published	$700
George London Foundation Pre-College Scholarship Program George and Nora London Foundation for Singers Inc · Foundation Not published · $7K – $12K Award scholarships to deserving high school students in the Juilliard Pre-College program to support serious music study preparation for college-level careers.	Not published	$7K – $12K
SCAC: District Arts Support Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The SCAC District Arts Support Grants provide essential funding of up to $25,000 per year for two years to South Carolina school districts.	Not published	Up to $50K
Maurice D. Taylor Memorial Music Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Maurice D. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027. Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors.	Not published	Varies
Jane Armfield and Hermene Eichhorn Scholarship Greensboro Symphony Guild · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Music Leaders Scholarship Lakeland University Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K	Not published	Up to $2K
H. Creech Reynolds Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The H. Creech Reynolds Scholarship at Montana State University supports students pursuing degrees in music.	Not published	Varies
District 196 Foundation Funding Request Program District 196 Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Student Enrichment Grants: Level I Awards Music & Entertainment Industry Educators Association (MEIEA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association (MEIEA) offers Student Enrichment Grants to support educational activities in the music and entertainment fields.	Not published	Up to $1K
Alabama State Council on the Arts: Arts in Education Grant - Curriculum Project Alabama State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Alabama State Council on the Arts offers the Arts in Education Grant to enhance arts education for PreK-12 students in Alabama.	Not published	$1K – $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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