Frances Alford Brokaw Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Bach Society Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: March 23, 2025 Summary The Frances Alford Brokaw Grant, established by the American Bach…
Grants for Music
Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 587 active grants for music in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Music grants fund performances, recordings, tours, education programs, and music organizations. Sources include the NEA, state arts councils, foundations like the ASCAP Foundation and Grammy Foundation, and music industry sponsors. Whether you're an individual musician, ensemble, or music education program, grant funding can support your creative work.
What grants for music are open right now?
Frank and Lydia Bergen Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frank and Lydia Bergen Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Frank and Lydia Bergen…
Frank Huntington Beebe Fund for Musicians Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frank Huntington Beebe Fund for Musicians Amount: US $22,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Frank…
Frank Young Fund for New Musicals - Production Grants Overview The Frank Young Fund for New Musicals supports collaborations between member theatres and musical theatre writers via grants to NAMT's…
Frank Young Fund for New Musicals - Project Development Grants Overview The Frank Young Fund for New Musicals supports collaborations between member theatres and musical theatre writers via grants to…
Frank Young Fund for New Musicals - Writers Residency Grants Overview The Frank Young Fund for New Musicals supports collaborations between member theatres and musical theatre writers via grants to…
Franklin County Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $7,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Franklin County Community…
Free Fall Baltimore Grant Program Overview: A citywide celebration held in conjunction with National Arts and Humanities Month each October. Provides grants to individual artists, arts organizations,…
Free for All Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boston Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Free for All Endowment Fund Grant by the Boston…
Free Health & Financial Wellness Planning Seminars for Music Industry Professionals Overview: Upcoming seminars providing dedicated assistance and planning resources for music industry professionals.…
Friends of Secrest Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Friends of Secrest Scholarship, offered by the Muskingum…
From the Top Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: From the Top Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The From the Top Fellowship empowers young musicians, ages 8-18, by providing them with…
Fund for Creative Arts Therapy Overview: This fund will help enhance residents' lives through the unique healing and connecting power of music, art, and dance. Status: Established in 2018 as part of…
Galpin Society Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Galpin Society for the Study of Musical Instruments Amount: Up to £500 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Galpin Society Research…
Gargiulo Legacy Fund Funder: Notes for Education Inc Geographic Scope: Napa Valley Award Type: Scholarships for private music lessons Overview The Gargiulo Legacy Fund was established by NOTES to…
Gary S. Wilmer / RAMI Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Gary S. Wilmer / RAMI Music Scholarship…
Geir Stoner Memorial Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Geir Stoner Memorial Music Scholarship at Montana State…
General Community Grants Program Focus: Grants to nonprofit organizations for specific projects and initiatives benefiting the Watertown community Geographic Scope: Watertown area, Wisconsin Eligible…
Genesis Inspiration Foundation Arts Education Grants Funder: Genesis Inspiration Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Mission: Connect youth to the transformative power of the arts and…
Genevieve McGiffert Memorial Fund for the Musical Performing Arts Overview: The fund supports musical performing arts in the greater Williamsburg area. Recent Activity: - Awarded grants in the Spring…
Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for musicians?
Individual musicians can apply to CMA Foundation grants, the Aaron Copland Fund, New Music USA project grants, and state arts council individual artist grants. The MusicCares Foundation offers emergency assistance. Recording and touring grants are available through the Jazz Road Fund, Chamber Music America, and MAP Fund.
Can music nonprofits get federal grants?
Yes. The NEA funds music organizations through Art Works grants, typically $10,000-$100,000. The NEH funds musicology and music history projects. State arts councils pass through federal and state funds to local music organizations. The National Science Foundation even funds music technology and acoustic research.
Are there grants for music festivals and concerts?
Yes. The NEA supports presenting organizations and festivals. State tourism and arts agencies often fund cultural festivals. Corporate sponsors (instrument manufacturers, beverage companies) offer event grants. Local arts councils and community foundations frequently support community music events.
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