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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Colburn Foundation Grant Colburn Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colburn Foundation Grant supports organizations dedicated to classical music, emphasizing excellence in education, performance, and preservation of the genre.	Not published	Varies
Guitar Center Music Foundation Grants The Guitar Center Music Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Guitar Center Music Foundation is an independent 501c3 organization. Through instrument grants and donations, we help ensure schools and music education programs get the resources they need to keep music alive and accessible.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Grant Opportunities for TCAPS Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation offers two competitive grant opportunities for Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) that are available year-round.	Not published	Varies
Judy Vadasz Scholarship - for Art Educator Certification Sonoma Plein Air Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Established in 2024 by the Sonoma Plein Air Foundation Board in recognition of Judy Vadasz's visionary contributions as cofounder, board member, and patron since 2002.	Not published	$1K
Piedmont Arts Fund Piedmont Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $65K Support visual and performing arts education in Piedmont Unified School District (PUSD) for K-12 students.	Not published	$65K
National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellowship Grant John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellowship is a prestigious program offering high school students in the Washington, D.C. area an opportunity to develop their orchestral skills through mentorship by NSO musicians.	Not published	Varies
Big Impact Grants The Partnership Plan for Stillwater Area Public Schools · Foundation Not published · $50K These grants fund projects that have significant impact on larger groups of students, often spanning multiple buildings. They support broader educational initiatives beyond individual classrooms.	Not published	$50K
Heller Awards for Young Artists (Training Scholarships) Greater Austin Performing Arts Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Erik Biermeier Memorial Scholarship Cambridge Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250	Not published	$250
Lincoln and Therese Filene Foundation Grant Lincoln & Therese Filene Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Lincoln and Therese Filene Foundation supports tax-exempt organizations in the Greater Boston area, focusing on civic education, human development, music education, and public broadcasting.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Buhl Foundation: McCreery Memorial Fund Grant The Buhl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Buhl Foundation's McCreery Memorial Fund Grant supports nonprofits in Southwestern Pennsylvania dedicated to enhancing musical education and awareness among youth.	Not published	Varies
Fine Arts Grants School City of Mishawaka Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Specifically for Fine Arts projects and initiatives	Not published	Varies
Aschbrenner-Spencer Music Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Graduating senior from Black River, Holland High School, Holland Christian, West Ottawa, Zeeland East, or Zeeland West. You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.	Not published	Varies
MCACA Arts Equipment & Supplies Grants CultureSource · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Support Michigan K-12 schools with grants to pay for arts equipment (including repairs) or supplies used within classroom/school settings.	Not published	Up to $2K
Music To My Ears (MTME) Scholarship Program - Early Childhood Classes Foundation for Hearing and Speech Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies FHSR honors its 60th Anniversary with the creation of the Music To My Ears Scholarship Program (MTME).	Not published	Varies
Program Grant (New Programs) Foundation for Learning in Tredyffrin Easttown · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
David Barr and Ginny Reese Music Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The David Barr and Ginny Reese Music Scholarship at Montana State University supports aspiring musicians pursuing degrees from the School of Music.	Not published	Varies
MNSAB Operating Support Grant Program Minnesota State Arts Board · Foundation Not published · $15K The MNSAB Operating Support Grant Program offers vital funding to established arts organizations in Minnesota, enabling them to maintain operations and fulfill their missions.	Not published	$15K
Arts dollars Grant Program - K-12 Arts Education Grants Quad City Arts Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Arts dollars Grant Program is dedicated to enhancing K-12 arts education by funding projects that provide opportunities for students in the Quad Cities.	Not published	Up to $5K
Kids at the Bowl Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Karen R. Dobbs Music Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Karen R. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 17 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
Carol Pederson Music Scholarship Grant Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carol Pederson Music Scholarship, managed by the Ashland County Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors and recent graduates from Ashland County high schools or members of the Mansfield Youth Orchestra.	Not published	Varies
McCluskey Family Foundation: Single Year Grants Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Ramsey McCluskey Family Foundation offers Single-Year Grants to support projects in arts and general education for preschool through high school. With an annual budget of about $300,000, grants can reach up to $10,000.	Not published	Up to $10K
Classroom Enrichment Grant Kent Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Classroom Enrichment Grant, offered by the Kent Schools Foundation, aims to enhance educational experiences for students in the Kent School District.	Not published	$500

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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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