Grants for Music

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.

609 grants
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$1.5 million (goal over 5 years)
SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs · May 29, 2026 Federal

FY 2026 American Music Mentorship Program The FY 2026 American Music Mentorship Program (AMMP) cooperative agreement will implement a mentorship exchange pairing international mid-career music…

The Galpin Society for the Study of Musical Instruments · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Notes for Education Inc · July 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

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…

Community Foundation of Northern IL · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Varies by project; examples: $20,000, $35,000
WATERTOWN AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

$12,000 (George London Awards); $2,000 (George London Encouragement Awards)
GEORGE AND NORA LONDON FOUNDATION · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

George London Foundation Competition Organization: George and Nora London Foundation Purpose: Annual competition for young American and Canadian opera singers, one of the opera world's oldest and…

Up to $5,000
GEORGIA MUSIC FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Georgia Music Grant Funder: Georgia Music Foundation Inc Mission: The Georgia Music Foundation supports programs of music education, preservation and outreach. Program Overview The Georgia Music…

Association of Anglican Musicians · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gerre Hancock Internship Purpose: Internship program providing mentoring and training in church music within the Episcopal Church context. Program Structure: Pairs interns with host institutions for…

GIBSON GIVES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gibson Foundation Donation Request Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gibson Gives Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The Gibson Foundation, now known as Gibson Gives, is dedicated to enhancing lives…

PASADENA SHOWCASE HOUSE FOR THE ARTS · November 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Gifts & Grants Program Funder: Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts Overview: Each year, Pasadena Showcase awards gifts and grants to a broad and diverse list of non-profit organizations to support…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SANTA CRUZ · Rolling / Open Foundation

Giles Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Santa Cruz County Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The Giles Family Scholarship, offered by…

The Ibma Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gloria Belle Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ibma Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The Gloria Belle Memorial Scholarship, established by the…

Society for Christian Scholarship in Music · Rolling / Open Foundation

Graduate Student Paper Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Christian Scholarship in Music Amount: US $250 Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Graduate Student Paper Prize is…

GRAMMY Museum · Rolling / Open State

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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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