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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THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Vladimir R. Bakaleinikoff Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Vladimir R. Bakaleinikoff Memorial Fund, established by The…

VIRGINIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

VSO Fellowship Program Overview: The Virginia Symphony Orchestra offers a Fellowship Program that provides professional development and performance opportunities for emerging musicians. The program…

MAHTOMEDI AREA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · April 26, 2026 · Annual Foundation

WAS Performing Arts Grants Geographic Scope: Mahtomedi Public Schools licensed staff only Eligibility: - Licensed staff of Mahtomedi Public Schools Focus Areas: - WAS Performing Arts Fund: Providing…

WATERLOO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · May 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Waterloo Schools Foundation Grant Cycles Mission: Fund, inspire, and promote academic excellence for all in the Waterloo Schools Geographic Scope: Waterloo Community School District (WCSD), Iowa,…

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCAC Arts in Education Grants Funder: Washington County Arts Council Inc (WCAC) Geographic Scope: Washington County, Maryland Focus Areas: Arts education programs, including: - Art for Children…

We Are Moving The Needle · Rolling / Open Foundation

We Are Moving The Needle Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: We Are Moving The Needle Last Updated: August 12, 2025 Summary The We Are Moving The Needle Scholarship supports women, trans, and…

GARRETT COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

William (Bill) Hentosh Artist Scholarship Funder: Garrett County Arts Council Inc (Maryland) Overview: An annual scholarship established by GCAC Board Member and local photographer William "Bill"…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wilson Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary Overview The Center for Scholarship Administration The Center…

WINDGATE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Windgate Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Windgate Charitable Trust Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Windgate Charitable Trust Grant supports contemporary craft and visual arts…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wise Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Wise Family Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum County…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Woods Family Music & Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Woods Family Music & Arts…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Y-City Barbershop Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Y-City Barbershop Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum…

ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Young Musician Leadership Award Organization: Association of California Symphony Orchestras (ACSO) Purpose: Encourages a more intentional pathway into the field of arts administration by recognizing…

Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Arts Enrichment Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Youth Arts Enrichment Grant…

EPISCOPAL CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Education and Development Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Episcopal Charities Of The Diocese Of New York Last Updated: March 31, 2025 Summary The Youth Education and Development Grant…

San Leandro Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Youth Opportunity Scholarships (YOS) Overview: SLED is a proud partner of Youth Opportunity Scholarships, which provides scholarships for middle school students to participate in extra-curricular…

ANAHEIM COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Youth Program Scholarship Grants Overview: The Foundation provides youth scholarships to low-income Anaheim families to participate in recreational opportunities offered through the City of Anaheim's…

DIAMOND HEAD THEATRE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Zach Mar Twinkling Star Award (The Pure Joy Award) Organization: Diamond Head Theatre, Honolulu, Hawaii Program Focus: Recognizes a student who represents selfless and caring joy of being on the…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Zachary Moore Music Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary The Zachary Moore Music…

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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