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.

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What grants for music are open right now?

THE PARTNERSHIP PLAN FOR STILLWATER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jim Hainlen Stillwater Orchestra Legacy Fund Overview: The Jim Hainlen Stillwater Orchestra Legacy Fund enriches the experiences of Stillwater Area Public Schools orchestra students beyond what is…

DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joanie Bostic Memorial Senior Pirate Spirit Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Joanie Bostic Memorial Senior Pirate…

ASCAP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joe Raposo Children's Music Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ascap Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: April 04, 2025 Summary The Joe Raposo Children's Music Award, established by The ASCAP…

Society For American Music · Rolling / Open Foundation

John and Roberta Graziano Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society For American Music Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The John and Roberta Graziano Fellowship,…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jon "J.D." Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Jon "J.D." Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship Fund,…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joseph L. and Vivian E. Steele Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Joseph L. and Vivian E. Steele Music…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Josh Turner Scholarship Fund for the Arts,…

Society For American Music · Rolling / Open Foundation

Judith McCulloh Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society For American Music Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Judith McCulloh Fellowship, awarded by the…

Approximately US $10,000
GILROY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Julie Hayes "Performing Arts" Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gilroy Foundation Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Julie Hayes Performing Arts Grants aim to…

TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

K-12 Songwriting Competition Overview: The K-12 Songwriting Competition offers southern Arizona students in grades K-12 the unique opportunity to write and submit original songs as they compete for a…

Karen Colina Wilson Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Grant…

Society For American Music · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kate Van Winkle Keller Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society For American Music Amount: Up to US $4,400 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Kate Van Winkle Keller Fellowship,…

Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Kathryn Leigh Thurgaland Memorial Scholarship Overview: A scholarship program awarded to high school graduates who demonstrate a commitment to living an inspired life and embody the values of Kathryn…

Kentucky Arts Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kentucky Crafted Program (KY) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Arts Council Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Kentucky Crafted Program supports Kentucky's visual and craft artists by…

RICHARD P & LAURINE KIMMEL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts The mission of the Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts is to support established and emerging writers, visual artists and composers by…

SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kids at the Bowl Organization: Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Program Type: Youth education and engagement program Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara area Focus Areas: Music and performing arts education…

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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