Jazz & Heritage Music Relief Fund Status: Reopened for applications as of March 2021 Geographic Scope: Louisiana (statewide) Purpose: Support Louisiana's music community who have lost income amid the…
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.
Jazz Road Creative Residencies Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Jazz Road Creative Residencies Grant Program,…
Jazz Road Tours Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Arts, Inc. Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Jazz Road Tours Grants provide financial support for emerging and…
Jazz Touring Network Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2025 Summary The Jazz Touring Network (JTN) fosters the presentation…
Jean A. Walsh Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Jean A. This grant has a rolling deadline.…
JEF General Fund Grants Organization: Jewish Endowment Foundation of Louisiana Purpose: Provide funding for Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that significantly benefit the Jewish community. Focus…
JEF General Fund Grants Purpose: Provide funding for Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that significantly benefit the Jewish community. Geographic Scope: Louisiana (applicant organization must be…
JEF General Fund Grants Overview: JEF General Fund Grants provide funding for Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that significantly benefit the Jewish community. Geographic Scope: Louisiana…
Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Award Overview: The Jennifer Easton Community Spirit Award is given out by nomination only to practicing Native artists of any medium who have dedicated their lives…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
John Koegel Latin American and Latinx Music Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society For American Music Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The John Koegel Latin…
John W. Work III Memorial Foundation Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The John W. Work III Memorial…
Jolidon Grants for Projects Purpose: To bring new audiences to the pipe organ and to deepen appreciation of the instrument in the general public. Funding Source: The Greater Hartford Chapter of the…
Jolidon Organ Lesson Scholarships Purpose: To give persons interested in learning to play the organ the opportunity to undertake formal study of the instrument. Geographic Scope: Greater Hartford…
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,…
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…
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,…
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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