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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A to Z Fund Mini-Grant- General Classroom The Oakland Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The A to Z Fund Mini-Grant supports Oakland public schools by providing resources for underfunded educational projects, including STEM, art, and music initiatives.	Not published	Up to $2K
Pierre And Tana Matisse Foundation Arts and Arts Education Grants The Pierre & Tana Matisse Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pierre and Tana Matisse Foundation grants support arts and arts education initiatives focused on underserved youth in New York City.	Not published	Varies
Art Enrichment Grant Community Foundation Of West Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Alice Huffard Richards Fund Grants support music, art, and drama programs in public schools across Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties.	Not published	Up to $1K
Vera DoLean Ginn Kiwanis Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Shelby County · Foundation Not published · $1K The Community Foundation of Shelby County To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.	Not published	$1K
Mini-Grants Provo City School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Provo City School District Foundation awards mini-grants to recognize and support teacher and specialist efforts to innovate and improve schools.	Not published	Varies
OAC Arts Learning: Arts Partnership Grant Ohio Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The OAC Arts Learning: Arts Partnership program, funded by the Ohio Arts Council, supports innovative arts education projects that cater to the unique needs of learners and their communities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Talented Students in the Arts Endowment Fund Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · $750K – $3M	Not published	$750K – $3M
Elizabeth Pastor Ashland University Music Education Scholarship Grant Ashland County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elizabeth Pastor Ashland University Music Education Scholarship supports music students at Ashland University, honoring the legacy of Elizabeth Pastor, a renowned pianist and educator.	Not published	Varies
Cornelius, Diane; Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $350 The Cornelius, Diane Scholarship, established by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers a $350 award to a graduating senior from Beatrice High School who has participated in music.	Not published	$350
Mississippi Whole Schools Arts Commission Grants · State Not published · Varies Mississippi Whole Schools is a program open to K-12 schools that uses the arts as a vehicle for promoting high-quality instruction and learning for students.	Not published	Varies
Joe Raposo Children's Music Award Grant Ascap Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Joe Raposo Children's Music Award, established by The ASCAP Foundation, honors the legacy of Joe Raposo, a key figure in children's music.	Not published	$3K
School Grants Metropolitan Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Arts Grants for Schools: Arts Equipment for Schools Northwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council offers the Arts Grants for Schools program, providing funding up to $3,000 for artistic equipment in schools across seven counties.	Not published	Up to $3K
Music Drives Us Performance Grant The Boch Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Music Drives Us Performance Grant supports talented musicians in New England by providing funding for free concert series in schools, after-school programs, and public spaces.	Not published	Up to $10K
Albert Rees Davis Scholarship Albert Rees Davis Endowment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The ARD Scholarship Endowment Fund honors Albert Rees Davis (namesake of the entire ARDEF endowment). The primary purpose is to provide funding for one or more annual scholarship awards that will bear the Albert Rees Davis name.	Not published	Varies
College Scholarship Band of Angels Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Band of Angels offers scholarship support to help students pursue music education at the college level.	Not published	Varies
Leiber & Stoller Music Scholarship Grant Ascap Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Leiber & Stoller Music Scholarship, funded by The ASCAP Foundation, offers $2,500 annually for four years to high school seniors pursuing a music major. Aspiring songwriters, musicians, and vocalists are encouraged to apply.	Not published	Up to $10K
Music Drives Us Organizational Grant The Boch Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Music Drives Us Organizational Grant, offered by the Boch Family Foundation, aims to enhance music education across New England.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Operation Round Up Teacher Mini-Grants South Plains Electric Trust · Foundation Not published · $500 Operation Round Up was established in 1993 with the tagline "neighbors helping neighbors." The program: In 2015-2016, the Operation Round Up Board initiated teacher mini-grants as a way to support classroom education projects.	Not published	$500
Lane Arts Council Spark Award for Excellence in Teaching Artistry Lane Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes the impact of teaching artists serving Lane County through in-school and/or out-of-school arts education programming. The award honors an artist who exemplifies excellence in teaching artistry through:	Not published	Varies
SLCAC Artist-in-the-Classroom Grants Salt Lake City Arts Council · Foundation Not published · $3K The SLCAC Artist-in-the-Classroom Grants offer essential funding for elementary schools in the Salt Lake City School District to integrate professional artists into the classroom.	Not published	$3K
Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artists Training Program Central City Opera House Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A rigorous and nationally-recognized 10-week professional development program for young opera singers, regarded as a national model for professional development.	Not published	Varies
Education Support Grants Ashland Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · $700 – $8K ASF awards grants to support broader district-wide initiatives and programs that benefit students across multiple classrooms and schools.	Not published	$700 – $8K
SMAC: Arts in the Schools Grants Southwest Minnesota Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The SMAC: Arts in the Schools Grants offer public schools up to $4,000 for various art projects, including artist residencies and field trips.	Not published	Up to $4K

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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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