Overview About Us ARAC Mission The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council’s mission is to facilitate and encourage local arts development. This mission statement grows from a conviction that the arts…
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.
Arif Mardin Fellowship Overview: Scholarship offered through Berklee College of Music's summer programs for Turkish musicians and artists. Focus Areas: - Music performance and education - Music…
Arkansas Heritage - AIE Mini-Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Arkansas Heritage - AIE Mini-Grants program supports arts…
Armenian Scholarship Fund in memory of Charles J. Churukian Status: Active Geographic Scope: Western New York region Focus Areas: Medicine, science, and music education Eligibility: - Graduating high…
Armenian Scholarship Fund in memory of Charles J. Churukian Purpose: Support high school seniors pursuing careers in medicine, science, or music with preference for students of Armenian heritage…
Arnold Shultz Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ibma Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Arnold Shultz Fund, established by the IBMA Foundation, aims to enhance diversity…
Art Educator Fellowships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska State Council on the Arts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary The Arts Educator Fellowships, supported by the…
Art Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Alice Huffard Richards Fund Grants support music,…
Art in Action Scholarship Fund Purpose: Provide free Art in Action programs and supplies to K-8 schools that lack resources for art education. Geographic Scope: United States (currently serving 40…
Art Mentor Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Art Mentor Foundation Lucerne Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Art Mentor Foundation Lucerne is dedicated to fostering a vibrant culture…
Artist in Residence Purpose: Supports artist residencies and cultural programming in Falls Church City Public Schools Geographic Scope: Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS), Virginia Program…
Grants for residencies with visual, literary, performing or media artists working with students in the classroom or in professional development workshops with teachers. Rolling deadline—submit at…
Artists and Culture Bearers in the Schools Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Inc. Amount: US $2,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: September 07, 2025 Summary The Artists…
Artists-in-Education (AiE) Grant Funder: Howard County Arts Council Geographic Scope: Howard County, Maryland Overview: The AiE grant program supports artist residences at K-12 schools in Howard…
Arts & Cultural Education Fund Funder: Supported by the Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Geographic Scope: Palm Beach County, Florida Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit cultural organizations Purpose:…
Arts & Culture Trust Fund - Arts Education Grants Funder: Jersey City Arts Council / City of Jersey City Department of Cultural Affairs Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Jersey City, New…
Arts & Culture- San Clemente History, Arts & Culture Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orange County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The San Clemente History, Arts & Culture…
Arts & Science Council: Arts Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arts & Science Council Last Updated: October 26, 2025 Summary The Arts Education Grants by the Arts & Science Council support…
Arts Access Catalyst Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Miami Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: July 29, 2025 Summary The Arts Access Catalyst Grant, offered by The Miami Foundation,…
Arts and Humanities Education Project Grant Program (AHEP) Status: ACTIVE Funder: DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: June 02, 2025 Summary The Arts and…
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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