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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Four Friends Grant Fund for Artists & Art Educators Marion Cultural Alliance Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K MCA established the Four Friends Grant Fund as a permanent endowment in October 2015, generating income to support small grant requests by individual artists and arts educators.	Rolling	Up to $2K
Arts Education Community Impact Grant Tennessee Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $20K The Arts Education Community Impact Grant, provided by the Tennessee Arts Commission, aims to enhance arts education through sustainable, community-driven initiatives.	Not published	$20K
Cosgove Music Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Cosgove Music Scholarship, offered by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, awards $500 to a graduating senior from the Beatrice area who intends to major in music.	Not published	$500
Arts & Culture- San Clemente History, Arts & Culture Fund Grant Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The San Clemente History, Arts & Culture Fund Grant supports local charities focused on producing and participating in arts and culture activities, including performing arts and arts education.	Not published	Varies
Creative Start Project Grant Washington State Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Creative Start Project Grant provides funding for innovative projects that engage preschool to 3rd grade students in arts-integrated learning.	Not published	$5K – $15K
Appleton Education Foundation Grants Appleton Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $250 – $2K The Appleton Education Foundation provides accessible, flexible funding for creative and innovative education programs not covered by school budgets. The foundation has awarded more than $3 million in grants since its founding in 1997.	Rolling	$250 – $2K
Willett & Peffers Families Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
Bowen Family Foundation Grants Bowen Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bowen Family Foundation is dedicated to healing children and families in Central Texas, particularly in Waco and surrounding communities.	Not published	Varies
Halstenson Family Music Scholarship Fund Grant North Dakota United Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Halstenson Family Music Scholarship Fund Grant, offered by the North Dakota United Foundation, supports NDU members with a music teaching license pursuing graduate degrees.	Not published	Varies
Student Managers Application Chattanooga Symphony & Opera Association · Foundation Not published · 50% discount off regular tuition Student Manager positions available each season of the Chattanooga Youth Symphony.	Not published	50% discount off regular tuition
Music To My Ears (MTME) Scholarship Program - Instrument Lessons Foundation for Hearing and Speech Resources · Foundation Not published · Varies As a continuation of the Music To My Ears (MTME) scholarship program, FHSR provides a year of tuition-free instrument lessons for deaf and hard of hearing children ages four and above.	Not published	Varies
Summer Youth Employment in the Arts Grant Program Illinois Arts Council Agency · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Summer Youth Employment in the Arts Grant Program, administered by the Illinois Arts Council Agency, supports youth employment opportunities in the arts.	Not published	Up to $5K
East Idaho Grant- F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund Idaho Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The F.M., Anne G., and Beverly B. Bistline Foundation Fund, managed by the Idaho Community Foundation, supports arts initiatives in southeastern Idaho.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Bessie S. Graham Music Fund Grant Graham Music Fund · Foundation Not published · $500 – $20K The Bessie S. Graham Music Fund Grant supports music education and appreciation in Allentown, PA. Established by Mrs. Graham, the fund aims to foster understanding among community members while assisting music students and musicians.	Not published	$500 – $20K
Maier Foundation "A Look Behind the Curtain..." Scholarship West Virginia Symphony Orchestra Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Arts Learning Project Grant Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K The Arts Learning Project Grant, administered by the Nevada Arts Council (NAC), aims to enhance arts education and creativity within Nevada communities.	Not published	Up to $7K
Bill Dorsey Scholarship Barbara Ingram School for the Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards funds to students pursuing music careers	Not published	Varies
Idea Fund Community Foundation of Fayette County PA · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
Clowes Fund: New England - Vermont Grant The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Clowes Fund focuses on supporting socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals in New England, particularly in Vermont. The fund prioritizes immigrant services, workforce development, and arts education.	Not published	Up to $150K
Robin Hodes Jacobs Scholarship Fund The Arts Education Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robin Hodes Jacobs Scholarship was founded in tribute to the late Robin Hodes Jacobs and commemorates her lifelong love of music and arts in education. The scholarship is awarded annually to students in the Greater Newark area.	Not published	Varies
Charlotte T. Reid Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charlotte T. Reid Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund offers financial support to students pursuing music studies. Established in 2008 by Charlotte Reid's family, the fund honors her legacy as a notable musician and politician.	Not published	Varies
Pérez CreARTE Grants The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K – $250K The Pérez CreARTE Grants, funded by the Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation, aim to enhance South Florida's vibrant arts scene.	Not published	$100K – $250K
Rapid Response Fund (RRF) Arts for Oakland Kids · Foundation Not published · Varies Fill last-minute gaps in arts education by connecting well-established arts education providers to schools where students are receiving no arts education	Not published	Varies
Arts Education Grants Arts & Science Council Charlotte/Mecklenburg Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting arts education initiatives and programming.	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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