Grants for Music

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 581 active grants for music in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 13 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 316 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 581; from 343 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,000–$20K
Total listed funding: $12.9M; across 316 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 8; 17 with a published date

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Wicahpi Olowan (WO) Music Program First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A vibrant initiative based in Kyle, South Dakota, on the Pine Ridge Reservation that supports Indigenous musicians, singers, songwriters, and producers.	Not published	Varies
Grant and Collaborative Initiatives: Media The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music offers the Grant and Collaborative Initiatives: Media program, supporting projects that highlight the works of Kurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, or Marc Blitzstein.	Not published	Varies
Weaving Kinship Grant First Peoples Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Native Arts Ecology Building is a powerful tool that enables us to extend our impact beyond individual artists by supporting Native nonprofit organizations, artist collectives, and Native Community Development Financial Institutions…	Not published	Varies
Sheldon and Marilyn MacLeod Music Fund Albert Rees Davis Endowment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established on April 22, 1993, through a generous gift of 100 shares of Johnson & Johnson common stock from Sheldon and Marilyn MacLeod to create a special endowment sub-fund within ARDEF.	Not published	Varies
Victor Borge Music Scholarship Thanks to Scandinavia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A music scholarship program named after the renowned pianist and composer Victor Borge. Named in honor of Victor Borge, this program supports musicians from Scandinavian countries pursuing advanced musical training.	Not published	Varies
Pittsburgh Jazz Society/Howard Gendell M.D. Scholarship Endowment Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pittsburgh Jazz Society/Howard Gendell M.D. Scholarship Endowment, established by The Pittsburgh Foundation, honors Howard Gendell, a physician and jazz musician. This scholarship supports local music students pursuing degrees in jazz.	Not published	Varies
Eastman Departmental Residency and Colloquium Grant- Departmental Grant University Of Rochester · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Eastman Departmental Residency and Colloquium Grant provides funding to support activities aligned with the mission of the Institute for Music Leadership (IML).	Not published	Up to $2K
R2Arts: Emergency Relief Grant Region 2 Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The R2Arts Emergency Relief Grant provides crucial support to artists and culture bearers in Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Lake of the Woods, and Mahnomen counties, especially during times of natural disaster or health crises.	Not published	Up to $500
Bascom Little Fund Grant The Bascom Little Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bascom Little Fund Grant supports Northeast Ohio composers by funding the performance and recording of contemporary music.	Not published	Varies
The Musician Health & Services Program Grant The Jeremy Willson Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Musician Health & Services Program, funded by The Jeremy Willson Charitable Trust, provides essential support for professional musicians facing financial hardships due to medical or mental health issues.	Not published	Varies
Piano Performance and Education Grants Ross McKee Foundation for the Musical Arts · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Ross McKee Foundation provides grants to support piano performance and education in the San Francisco Bay Area.	Not published	Up to $2K
Tony DiPardo Instrumental Music Foundation Scholarship Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.	Not published	$500
Elizabeth Furber Scholarship Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · $100 – $30K The Elizabeth Furber Scholarship honors the legacy of Elizabeth Furber by providing financial assistance to American Indian and Alaska Native female graduate students.	Not published	$100 – $30K
Charles D. Berry Foundation Grant Charles D. Berry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles D. Berry Foundation, established in 2018 by Chuck Berry, aims to enrich the Greater Dayton community through grants in arts, education, health, and community services.	Not published	Varies
The Jane Deming Fund Grant Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jane Deming Fund Grant, managed by the Orange County Community Foundation, focuses on supporting musical activities and education for under-served youth in Orange County.	Not published	Varies
Mockingbird Foundation Grants The Mockingbird Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $10K The Mockingbird Foundation offers competitive grants for music education for children. Focused on underserved communities, the foundation supports innovative projects that engage children directly through music.	Not published	$100 – $10K
Uplift Grants - Opera Music Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · $5K – $8K The Uplift Grants for Opera Music, offered by the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, provide one-year discretionary funding to enhance the cultural landscape of Black Hawk County.	Not published	$5K – $8K
Nevada Heritage Fellowship Award Grant Nevada Arts Council (NAC) · Foundation Not published · $5K The Nevada Heritage Fellowship Award, offered by the Nevada Arts Council, honors tradition bearers in Nevada who significantly contribute to the state's traditional arts.	Not published	$5K
Devils Lake Area Foundation Grant The Devils Lake Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Devils Lake Area Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in the Devils Lake area, providing funding for educational, scientific, musical, and human services programs.	Not published	Varies
Instrument Grants: Empowering Immigrant Musicians in Our Community Fund for the Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $15K The Instrument Grants program by Fund for the Arts aims to empower immigrant musicians in Greater Louisville through targeted funding for music programs.	Not published	$1K – $15K
Elliott Carter Special Grant Program The Amphion Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elliott Carter Special Grant Program, funded by the Amphion Foundation, supports projects that involve the performance or recording of less frequently performed works by Elliott Carter.	Not published	Varies
Linda Harriet Lane Fund Grant Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Linda Harriet Lane Fund Grant supports projects in Bibb County, Georgia, aimed at enhancing education, arts, health, and community welfare.	Not published	$10K
Andrew Vincent Messina Scholarship and Elsie Bird Davies Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Sarasota CO Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Andrew Vincent Messina Scholarship and Elsie Bird Davies Memorial Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, aims to provide music education to children in Sarasota and Manatee counties who are financially…	Not published	Varies
ACP Scholarship Program (Arranger Certification Program Scholarship) Sweet Adelines International Corporation · Foundation Not published · $2K The ACP Scholarship Program provides funding and mentorship to develop advanced arrangers in barbershop music.	Not published	$2K

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About 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for music award?

Of the 581 grants for music Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 316 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $20K. The largest is $3M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for music?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Society For American Music (15), The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music (14), Ascap Foundation (13), American Musicological Society Inc (12), and Society for Ethnomusicology (11). In all, 343 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for music due?

Of 581 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 17 have a published upcoming deadline, 132 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 424 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

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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