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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Music Honors Scholarship Lakeland University Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
Bernard E. & Alba Witkin Charitable Foundation Grants Bernard E & Alba Witkin Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Foundation’s procedures for handling grant requests generally are quite expeditious and informal.	Not published	Varies
Syracuse Sounds of Music Association Grant Syracuse Sounds of Music Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Syracuse Sounds of Music Association Grant aims to enhance the music scene in Central New York by supporting non-profit organizations that provide music programming and education.	Not published	Varies
IML Mentorship Grant University Of Rochester · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The IML Mentorship Grant offers students at the Eastman School of Music funding and mentorship to foster innovative ideas in music.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Teaching Artist Training The William Penn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support arts education providers to have the skills and knowledge they need to provide high-quality inclusive, equitable, and youth-informed programming.	Not published	Varies
CMAB Artist in Residence Grant Central Minnesota Arts Board · Foundation Not published · Varies The CMAB Artist in Residence Grant provides funds to schools and nonprofit organizations for activities directed by, or conducted in cooperation with, an artist who engages students and enables learning through the creative process, in…	Not published	Varies
Harp Scholarship The Tara Circle Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Tara Circle continues to support unique music programs, with particular emphasis on keeping instruments like the harp alive and vibrant in their area.	Not published	Varies
Arts Learning: In Schools & In Community Grant New Mexico Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K The Arts Learning in Schools and In Community grant by New Mexico Arts supports arts education for K-12 students in both school and community settings.	Not published	$10K
Vermont Arts Council: Artists in Schools Grant Vermont Council on the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Vermont Arts Council's Artists in Schools Grant supports multi-day arts experiences in schools, promoting collaboration between students and Vermont teaching artists.	Not published	Up to $4K
Educational Scholarships (Multiple Named Funds) Clinton County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K	Not published	$50K
Angie and James Anderson Memorial Music Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Angie and James Anderson Memorial Music Scholarship at Montana State University supports Montana high school graduates pursuing an undergraduate degree in Music Education.	Not published	Varies
Smyth Trust Grant Trust Estate Uw Marion C Smyth · Foundation Not published · Varies The Smyth Trust, established in 1949 by Marion C. Smyth in memory of her husband, Frederick Smyth, supports cultural enrichment and educational opportunities in music for Greater Manchester youth.	Not published	Varies
The Velma Shotwell Griffin Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Stark Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Stark Community Foundation is one of the area’s major sources of college scholarship support— thanks to the generosity of caring individuals, families and businesses that have created scholarship funds.	Not published	$500
Lester Little Music Education Scholarship Grant The Muskingum County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lester Little Music Education Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County Community Foundation, supports graduates of Muskingum County high schools with a GPA over 2.8 who plan to pursue a degree in Music Education.	Not published	Varies
Classroom Impact Grants Ashland Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $94 – $3K ASF awards grants to support creative, hands-on classroom projects and materials that directly benefit students in Ashland Schools. The Foundation awards grants in multiple cycles throughout the year.	Not published	$94 – $3K
Nancy Conway Luikart Music Scholarship Grant Siouxland Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Nancy Conway Luikart Music Scholarship, established in 2005 by the Siouxland Community Foundation, aims to support graduating seniors from West, East, or North High Schools in Sioux City, Iowa, who are pursuing post-secondary education…	Not published	$1K
Ruth Goldstein Memorial Music Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ruth Goldstein Memorial Music Scholarship supports graduating seniors from Capital Region high schools who plan to pursue music education or performance.	Not published	Varies
Discovery Awards Tulsa Performing Arts Center Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pat & Ernestine Patterson Music Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pat & Ernestine Patterson Music Scholarship, established in 1983, offers $500 to graduating seniors of New London High School who show a talent and interest in music, particularly jazz, and plan to attend a 4-year accredited…	Not published	Varies
Margaret Stone Music Scholarship Endowment Grant Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors. Applications are accepted from mid-November until mid-March.	Not published	Varies
Janet M. Blackburn Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Colorado · Foundation Not published · $10K Easily learn more about the Janet M. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 29 Jan 2027.	Not published	$10K
Music Matters Grant Music Aid Northwest · Foundation Not published · $1K – $6K Music Matters is a grant program designed to support public school music programs across Washington State.	Not published	$1K – $6K
Fine Arts Funding Initiative Leander Educational Excellence Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies LEEF provides dedicated funding to support Leander ISD's fine arts programs across all grade levels, including art, band, and dance.	Not published	Varies
Stanley and Shirley Inhorn Scholarship Fund Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Stanley and Shirley Inhorn have been leaders in WYSO and the Madison arts community since 1953	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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