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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Summer Music Camp Scholarships Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur · Foundation ~February · Up to $800 The Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur offers a minimum of 4 summer music camp scholarships. The value of each scholarship is up to $800, made payable to the camper upon receipt of an acceptance letter in the Spring.	~February	Up to $800
ECRAC: Art In Our Schools Grant East Central Regional Arts Council · Foundation Feb 1, 2027 · Up to $5K The ECRAC: Art In Our Schools Grant aims to enhance the arts curriculum in K-12 educational facilities located in Region 7E, Minnesota.	Feb 1, 2027	Up to $5K
Student Scholarship - Junior Division Marin Music Chest · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Enrichment Grants Newport Public Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Student Scholarship - Senior Division Marin Music Chest · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	Varies
Armenian Scholarship Fund in memory of Charles J. Churukian The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $4K Support high school seniors pursuing careers in medicine, science, or music with preference for students of Armenian heritage	~February	$4K
Armenian Scholarship Fund in memory of Charles J. Churukian Sands Family Supporting Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · $4K	~February	$4K
Education Resource (EDR) Division of the Arts Grants · State Mar 1, 2027 · Varies Grants to strengthen standards-based arts education projects, programs, and activities that utilize the arts education resources of the Delaware arts community or strengthen arts organizations' capacity to serve as professional development…	Mar 1, 2027	Varies
Small Grant Application Charleston Community Unit School Dist 1 Excellence in Education Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
Large Grant Application Charleston Community Unit School Dist 1 Excellence in Education Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
Hughes & Jones Music Fund - Rural Nevada Counties Nevada Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~March · Up to $7K Grant program to fund musical instruments for Nevada public school music programs in rural counties. Established in 2006 by Charles L. Hughes and Alvin C. Jones.	~March	Up to $7K
Organist Scholarship California Eastern Star Foundation · Foundation ~March · $500 – $5K The Organist Scholarship Fund is established for the purpose of awarding one annual scholarship to a member in good standing of the Order to be used for keyboard instruction.	~March	$500 – $5K
Music Educator Award National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Inc · Foundation ~March · $500 – $10K Nominated teachers are notified and invited to complete an application. One recipient is selected from 10 finalists annually.	~March	$500 – $10K
Castro Valley Arts Foundation Scholarship Castro Valley Arts Foundation · Foundation ~March · Varies	~March	Varies
PAPA Performing Arts Scholarship Leigh HS Performing Arts Parents Associa · Foundation ~April · Varies PAPA grants scholarships for graduating seniors who have participated in Drama, Choir, or Instrumental Music (including Marching Arts programs) at Leigh High School.	~April	Varies
North Idaho Grants- Bonner County Fund for Arts Enhancement Idaho Community Foundation Inc · Foundation ~May · $3K – $12K The Bonner County Fund for Arts Enhancement provides funding to enhance artistic programs in Bonner County.	~May	$3K – $12K
Anna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation Grant Anna M Heilmaier Charitable Fdn · Foundation ~May · $1K – $50K The Anna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation, established in 1993, supports non-profit organizations in Saint Paul and the East Twin Cities metro region, focusing on music, arts, and healthcare initiatives.	~May	$1K – $50K
California Casualty Music and Arts Grant Maine Education Association · Foundation ~June · $250 California Casualty's Music and Arts Grants help pay for art materials, music and other necessities to foster creativity in schools.	~June	$250
The Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation Grant Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation · Foundation ~August · US $1,000 - US $10,000 The Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on music, arts, education, and environmental action.	~August	US $1,000 - US $10,000
Jean A. Walsh Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Jean A. This grant has a rolling deadline.	Not published	Varies
River Cats Foundation Grant River Cats Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since the River Cats' inaugural season in Sacramento in 2000, involvement in the community has been an important priority.	Not published	Varies
Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation Scholarship Daytona State College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd.	Not published	Varies
Harold Powers World Travel Fund Grant American Musicological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Harold Powers World Travel Fund, established by the American Musicological Society, provides financial assistance for doctoral students and recent Ph.D. graduates to conduct musicological research globally.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Music Camp Scholarship Band of Angels Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Band of Angels provides tuition assistance to help students attend summer music camps of their choice.	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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