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…
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.
Judy Dudziak Endowment for Community Music Organizations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Alamos Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $750 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Judy Dudziak…
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…
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 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…
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 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…
Katy Daley Broadcast Media & Sound Enginering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ibma Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: July 25, 2025 Summary The Katy Daley Broadcast Media &…
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…
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…
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…
Knight Family Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Knight Family Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Knight Family Charitable Foundation, established…
Knight Foundation Cultural Opportunity Fund Purpose: Foster the artistry and growth of local performers and organizations by providing the opportunity to present programming in the Concert Hall at…
Koster Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marinus And Minna B Koster Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: Applications received…
Kurt Weill Foundation for Music offers several grants, prizes, and fellowships. - Organization: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music - Type: Foundation Grant
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: College/University and Amateur Performance Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Media Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program for Media supports…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Professional Performance Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Publication Assistance Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program for…
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Scholarly Symposia and Conferences Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant…
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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