Music Education Grants

Last updated October 15, 2026

Grantable tracks 629 active music education grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and 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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PBC Grants Pebble Beach Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PBC Grants, funded by the Pebble Beach Company Foundation, aim to enhance educational opportunities for Monterey County youth.	Not published	Varies
Find Your Light Grant Find Your Light Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Find Your Light Foundation is committed to providing every child with access to quality arts education.	Not published	$5K – $15K
SEMAC: School Residency Grant Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The SEMAC: School Residency Grant supports artist residencies in K-12 public or non-religious private schools, providing students with direct arts experiences.	Not published	Up to $3K
Take Note! Antonia Brancia Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Take Note! Antonia Brancia Memorial Scholarship, established in 2007, honors the legacy of Antonia Brancia, a dedicated pediatric audiologist and music lover.	Not published	$1K
Margaret Frans Brady Scholarship for Arts Grant Juneau Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Margaret Frans Brady Scholarship for Arts, established by the Juneau Community Foundation, aims to support arts and education initiatives in Skagway and northern Southeast Alaska.	Not published	Up to $10K
Herb and Betty Curry Scholarship Grant Community Foundation Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Herb and Betty Curry Scholarship, established by Herbert L. and Betty M. Curry, offers an annual award of $2,200 to graduating seniors from Posey County high schools.	Not published	$2K
LPMC Foundation General Grants Program LPMC Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $30K	Rolling	Up to $30K
City of Carlsbad Community Arts Grants: For Educational Institutions and Affiliated Groups - Arts in Schools City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Division · State Not published · Up to $4K The City of Carlsbad Community Arts Grants support educational institutions and affiliated groups in enhancing arts education through various programs.	Not published	Up to $4K
Kimberly Moe Nelson Memorial Scholarship Cornelius Arts Community Center dba Cain Center for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Austen Marie Path to Music Memorial Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.	Not published	Up to $5K
Rich and Kathleen Rutledge Fund Grant Bartlesville Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Rich and Kathleen Rutledge Fund Grant, offered by the Bartlesville Community Foundation, supports civic projects and arts education in Bartlesville.	Not published	Up to $3K
Jean T. Grant Scholarship Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Jean T. Grant Scholarship, established by The Columbus Foundation, honors the legacy of Jean Terry Grant, a devoted librarian and arts advocate.	Not published	$1K
ASCA: Artists in Schools Grants Alaska State Council on the Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The ASCA: Artists in Schools Grants aim to enhance the arts curriculum in Alaska's public and private schools through artist residencies.	Not published	Up to $15K
Needs-Based Scholarships Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A limited number of needs-based scholarships available to musicians who successfully audition and are selected for the Chattanooga Youth Symphony.	Not published	Varies
Eastwood MS Choirs Program Fund Washington Township Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support the Eastwood Middle School Choirs Program, which provides an inspiring environment where students develop musical talent, confidence, and teamwork skills.	Not published	Varies
Arkansas Heritage - AIE Mini-Grants Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K The Arkansas Heritage - AIE Mini-Grants program supports arts education by funding short-term artist residencies in pre K-12 schools and local arts agencies.	Not published	$2K
Bev Sellers Scholarship Sweet Adelines International Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bev Sellers Scholarship provides opportunities for members to participate in advanced training and educational programs.	Not published	Varies
Barta-Lehman Musical Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Barta-Lehman Musical Scholarship, offered by The San Diego Foundation, supports talented musicians from San Diego County who are pursuing careers in music performance.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Chris Little Award The Kansas Rural Communities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This award was established in memory of Chris Little, a student at Meade High School who died from a head injury sustained during a football game on October 19, 1972.	Not published	Varies
California Retired Teachers Association Division 55 Hilmer Finne Music Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Retired Teachers Association Division 55 Hilmer Finne Music Scholarship Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Mendocino County, supports high school and college students in Mendocino County pursuing music studies.	Not published	Varies
General Grants ( Education, Health and Wellness, and Youth) Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · From $500 The Illinois Prairie Community Foundation provides General Grants focused on education, health and wellness, and youth programs.	Not published	From $500
California Casualty Music & Arts Grant Connecticut Education Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $250 Provide support for music and arts education in K-12 public schools.	Not published	$250
Education, Artist Development & Community Partnership Program (Future Program) National Independent Venue Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies With mission-driven focus and the ability to nimbly respond to their communities, independent venues can become living classrooms and community investment hubs.	Not published	Varies
Foundation Grant Funding Program Roosevelt High School Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The TRHS Foundation offers an annual grant program funded by proceeds from the R Party and Rider Cup events. Throughout the year, Roosevelt High School staff can submit grant requests for various educational and enrichment initiatives.	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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