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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SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA GUILD OF DECATUR · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Summer Music Camp Scholarships Funder: Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur (SOGD) Overview: The Symphony Orchestra Guild of Decatur offers a minimum of 4 summer music camp scholarships. The value of…

Illinois Arts Council Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Youth Employment in the Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Arts Council Agency Amount: Up to US $4,500 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Summer Youth Employment in the…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Mission The mission of the Superior-Douglas County Arts Fund is to support projects and programs which help people develop an appreciation of the arts, make the arts accessible to all…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Supporting Arts & Cultural Vitality Teams Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: US $3,225 - US $7,225 Last Updated: August 27, 2025…

SILICON VALLEY CREATES · Rolling / Open Foundation

SVCreates: ArtsEdConnect - Arts Experiences Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Creates Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary ArtsEdConnect is a platform connecting…

SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sweet Adelines International: Music Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sweet Adelines International Corporation Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The Sweet Adelines International: Music…

SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION · April 21, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Sweet Adelines Music Educator Award Status: Nominations for 2026 are open Overview: Sweet Adelines celebrates the achievements of music educators who have embodied the organization's Guiding…

Syracuse Sounds of Music Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Syracuse Sounds of Music Association Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Syracuse Sounds of Music Association Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Syracuse Sounds of Music Association Grant aims to…

TAKE NOTE COLORADO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Take Note Colorado Grant Program Overview: A responsive, competitive opportunity for individuals and organizations statewide to offer highly inclusive, culturally relevant and student-centered music…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Take Note! Antonia Brancia Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The…

$750,000 original grant; fund has grown to over $3 million
LOS ANGELES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Talented Students in the Arts Endowment Fund Purpose: Support artistic programming at LACHSA Established: 2001 through collaboration of the Surdna Foundation and the Doris Duke Charitable…

$325,000 total (2025-26 cycle); historically ~$200,000+ annually
PASADENA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

PEF Teacher Grants Overview: PEF Teacher Grants help inspirational teachers in every PUSD school enhance the classroom experience for their students. Grants are provided directly to educators and…

RENTON SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Overview: Supports innovation in the classroom by providing direct grants to teachers and support staff for use in classrooms to support student learning. Background - Launched:…

MAMARONECK SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Grants Program Funder: Mamaroneck Schools Foundation Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Mamaroneck Union Free School District, New York Focus Areas: - Classroom environment improvements -…

KUTZTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Teacher Mini-Grant Program Overview: The Kutztown Area School District Education Foundation provides mini grants to support innovative classroom projects and educational initiatives across all…

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Teacher Mini-Grants Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation (ACCF) and Ashland City Schools Foundation (ACSF) Geographic Scope: Ashland County, Ohio Eligibility: - K-12 teachers from any school…

Kentucky Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Teaching Art Together Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Arts Council Amount: US $3,200 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Teaching Art Together Grant empowers Kentucky teachers to…

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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