Grants for Music

Last updated October 3, 2026

There are currently 581 open grants for music in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 316 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Open grants: 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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Bruce Lantz Music Scholarship Oak Harbor Music Festival · Foundation Not published · Varies Added in 2016, this scholarship is in honor of Oak Harbor music teacher Bruce Lantz, who retired in 2016 after 31 years of teaching music.	Not published	Varies
The Allegro Fund Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Allegro Fund Grant, established by The Dayton Foundation, supports performing arts organizations in Dayton, honoring Hermene Louise Schwarz's legacy. This fund aims to enrich the community through dance, theater, and music.	Not published	Varies
Anna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation Grant Anna M Heilmaier Charitable Fdn · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Anna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation, established in 1993, supports non-profit organizations in Saint Paul and the East Twin Cities metro region, focusing on music, arts, and healthcare initiatives.	Not published	$1K – $50K
The Frances Densmore Prize Grant American Musical Instrument Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Frances Densmore Prize, awarded annually by the American Musical Instrument Society, recognizes the most outstanding article-length work published in English that promotes the understanding of musical instruments across cultures and…	Not published	$500
Alan Merriam Prize Grant Society for Ethnomusicology · Foundation Not published · $300 The Alan Merriam Prize, awarded by the Society for Ethnomusicology, recognizes the most distinguished English-language monograph in ethnomusicology.	Not published	$300
Bernice Ash Memorial Award Grant Namm Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Bernice Ash Memorial Award honors the legacy of a retail music visionary by providing a $5,000 grant to mid-career professionals employed by NAMM member companies.	Not published	$5K
Alan & Marilyn Bergman Lyric Award Ascap Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, supported by contributions from ASCAP members and music fans throughout the United States.	Not published	Varies
Graduate Student Paper Prize Grant Society for Christian Scholarship in Music · Foundation Not published · $250 The Graduate Student Paper Prize is awarded annually by the Society for Christian Scholarship in Music to recognize outstanding scholarly work by graduate students.	Not published	$250
Next Jazz Legacy: Mentorship for Emerging Jazz Artists Grant CultureSource · Foundation Not published · $10K Next Jazz Legacy is a mentorship program that supports emerging jazz artists through intergenerational mentorship, performance opportunities, and professional networking.	Not published	$10K
Muzyka Uczy, Bawi i Łączy (Music Teaches, Entertains and Connects) Polish Supplementary School Council of America Inc · Foundation Not published · $69K – $82K Online workshops held in 2021 via internet, connecting students from multiple countries simultaneously	Not published	$69K – $82K
Music Guild of New Mexico Grants Program Music Guild of New Mexico · Foundation Not published · $500 – $6K For questions about MGNM grants, contact the MGNM Grants team via the Contact page at musicguildofnewmexico.org, select "Grants" from the Subject Area pull-down menu.	Not published	$500 – $6K
Flash Grants Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Student Ambassador Program Grant United Institute for Theatre Technology Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies The Student Ambassador Program by USITT offers a unique chance for student members to connect with international theatre professionals during the Annual Conference.	Not published	Varies
Annual Meeting Travel Grants (MPD) American Musicological Society Inc · Foundation Not published · $350 – $500 The Annual Meeting Travel Grants (MPD) from the American Musicological Society support members with limited financial means to attend the Society's Annual Meeting.	Not published	$350 – $500
Anna Sosenko Assist Trust Grant Anna Sosenko Assist Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Anna Sosenko Assist Trust Grant supports emerging artists in the fields of theatre, opera, and concert by providing financial assistance for essential expenses such as rehearsal costs, performance attire, and accompanist fees.	Not published	Up to $2K
New Music Organization Fund Grant New Music USA Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The New Music Organization Fund Grant supports non-profit organizations and performance groups dedicated to promoting new music and nurturing creators.	Not published	Up to $20K
Classical Commissioning Grant Program Chamber Music America Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Chamber Music America’s Classical Commissioning Program provides grants to professional U.S.-based presenters and ensembles whose programming includes Western European and/or non-Western classical and contemporary music.	Not published	Varies
Sarah Jo Hermanson Scholarship Clayspace NFP · Foundation Not published · Varies ClaySpace established the Sarah Jo Hermanson Scholarship Fund in memory of celebrated local artist and strong supporter of the founding of ClaySpace, Sarah Jo Hermanson.	Not published	Varies
Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program: Publication Assistance The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kurt Weill Foundation Grant Program for Publication Assistance supports authors and not-for-profit publishers in covering expenses related to preparing manuscripts for publication in respected scholarly mediums.	Not published	Varies
DACAMERA Young Artist Program Da Camera Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A chamber music fellowship program for emerging professional instrumentalists, singers, and composers.	Not published	Varies
Fionna and Richard Perkins Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fionna and Richard Perkins Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of Mendocino County, supports women on the Mendocino Coast who are returning to higher education after being in the workforce.	Not published	Varies
R2AC Artist Support Grant Program - Individuals Region 2 Arts Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The R2AC Artist Support Grant Program, funded by the McKnight Foundation, offers essential financial assistance to artists and culture bearers at any stage of their creative journey.	Not published	Up to $2K
CCI Zoo Labs: FUND Center for Cultural Innovation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K Center for Cultural Innovation (CA) runs Zoo Labs: FUND (up to $50,000 unrestricted + mentorship) for Bay Area culturally-rooted music teams. Recurring annual; 2025 cycle closed.	Not published	Up to $50K
Jazz Touring Network Grant Mid Atlantic Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Jazz Touring Network (JTN) fosters the presentation of jazz across the mid-Atlantic region, supporting both novice and experienced presenters.	Not published	Up to $3K

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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 open grants for music Grantable lists as of October 3, 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 open listings, the most active 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 open grant in this category.

When are grants for music due?

Of 581 open grants, 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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