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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US $2,000 - US $5,000
THE KURT WEILL FOUNDATION FOR MUSIC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kurt Weill Prize Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kurt Weill Foundation for Music Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: June 03, 2024 Summary The Kurt Weill Prize, established by the Kurt Weill…

University of Notre Dame du Lac · Rolling / Open Foundation

Large Creative & Performing Arts Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: University Of Notre Dame Du Lac Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Large Creative & Performing Arts…

LEXINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LCF: Athea Roberts Music Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lexington Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $500 Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Athea Roberts Music Grant Program,…

SANTA BARBARA BOWL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy Scholarships Organization: Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Program Type: Scholarship program for students Geographic Scope: Santa Barbara area Focus Areas: Music and performing arts education…

ASCAP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leiber & Stoller Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ascap Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2025 Summary The Leiber & Stoller Music Scholarship, funded by The…

ROTARY CLUB OF SAN JOSE FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Leigh Weimers Emerging Artists Awards Overview: A program of the Rotary Club of San Jose to recognize local artists in various disciplines. The awards honor the late Leigh Weimers, a Rotary Club…

US $1,500 - US $2,000
LES PAUL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Les Paul Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Les Paul Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Les Paul Foundation Grant supports innovative music…

Up to US $5,000
MORTIMER AND MIMI LEVITT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Levitt Festival Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary Overview About Levitt The Levitt Family Foundation…

Levitt Foundation · Rolling / Open State

Partnering with Levitt or receiving a grant offers your town or city the extraordinary opportunity to transform an abandoned or underused public space into a vibrant community destination where all…

DOWNTOWN JACKSON PARTNERS INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Levitt Music Series Grant Funder: Levitt Foundation Award Amount: Up to $120,000 over three years (2026-2028 grant cycle) Geographic Scope: National - cities across the United States Eligibility:…

MORTIMER AND MIMI LEVITT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Levitt Music Series Grants - AMP Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation Amount: Up to US $120,000 Last Updated: May 08, 2025 Summary The Levitt Music Series Grants - AMP offers a…

MORTIMER AND MIMI LEVITT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Levitt Music Series Grants - BLOC Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation Amount: Up to US $120,000 Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Levitt Music Series Grants - BLOC…

MORTIMER AND MIMI LEVITT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Levitt Music Series Grants - VIBE Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation Amount: Up to US $120,000 Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Levitt Music Series Grants - VIBE is a…

$40,000 in matching funds
RALPH WILSON PARK CONSERVANCY INC · Rolling / Open · Multi-year Foundation

Levitt VIBE Buffalo Music Series Grant Funder: Levitt Foundation Award Amount: $40,000 in matching funds Program Duration: 2026, 2027, and 2028 (multi-year grant) Geographic Scope: Ralph Wilson Park,…

Sonoma Plein Air Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lewis E. Cook III Scholarship - for SVHS Students Award Amount: $1,200 per year Geographic Scope: Sonoma Valley High School (SVHS), Sonoma Valley, California Focus Areas: Arts education in any form…

MUSICAL FUND SOCIETY OF PHILADELPHIA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lifetime Achievement Award Overview: An award recognizing important artistic leaders for their significant contributions to music. Geographic Scope: Philadelphia region Recent Winner (2026): Linda…

MUSICAL FUND SOCIETY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lifetime Achievement Award Overview: An award recognizing lifetime contributions to music and the musical community. The 2026 winner was pianist, educator, and new music champion Linda Reichert.…

Approximately US $10,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Linda Harriet Lane Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Georgia Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Linda Harriet Lane Fund Grant…

BLUE SKIES FOR CHILDREN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Little Wishes Ongoing Enrichment Organization: Blue Skies for Children Program Description Provides opportunities for children to participate in ongoing after school enrichment opportunities. The…

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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