Grants for Music

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 580 active grants for music in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 14 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 315 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 580; from 342 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,000–$20K
Total listed funding: $12.9M; across 315 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 8; 22 with a published date

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Bruno Nettl Prize Grant Society for Ethnomusicology · Foundation Not published · $500 The Bruno Nettl Prize, awarded by the Society for Ethnomusicology, recognizes outstanding publications in ethnomusicology, including related fields.	Not published	$500
CWC Scholarship Program Chautauqua Women's Club Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chautauqua Women's Club provides scholarships to support exceptional students in dance, music, piano, theater, voice, and visual arts attending Chautauqua Institution's Schools of Performing and Visual Arts.	Not published	Varies
Elizabeth Ruthruff Wilson Foundation Grant Elizabeth Ruthruff Wilson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elizabeth Ruthruff Wilson Foundation Grant aims to enhance the cultural life of Lenawee County, Michigan by supporting music and performing arts programs.	Not published	Varies
Cleveland Arts Prize Assembly for the Arts · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
South Arts Presentation Grants South Arts Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This grant program is currently on pause.	Not published	Varies
Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation: Grant for Arts Max and Marian Farash Charitable · Foundation Not published · $4K – $48K The Max and Marian Farash Charitable Foundation offers grants to small and mid-size creative arts organizations in Monroe and Ontario Counties, NY.	Not published	$4K – $48K
Lou Drane Fund Music Scholarship Grant The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lou Drane Fund Music Scholarship, administered by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, supports students with a serious interest in classical music.	Not published	Varies
Bohemian Foundation: Music Event Fund Grant Bohemian Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Bohemian Foundation's Music Event Fund offers grants up to $2,500 to nonprofit organizations hosting live music events in Larimer and Weld counties.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Band of Angels College Scholarship Band of Angels Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies Band of Angels offers a college scholarship for students (facing financial barriers, rooted in school band/orchestra participation) to help them continue in music.	Not published	Varies
Georgia Music Grant Georgia Music Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Georgia Music Grant supports music programs at K-12 schools and non-profit organizations statewide across Georgia. Nearly 400 grants have been awarded since 2015.	Not published	Up to $5K
Arts Vibrancy Endowment’s- Individual Artist Award Grant Juneau Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Arts Vibrancy Endowment’s Individual Artist Award supports artists residing in Juneau by funding specific short-term projects that enhance their creative work.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Community Ticket Subsidy Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Music Grants D'Addario Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The D'Addario Foundation offers Community Music Grants to support nonprofit organizations providing accessible music education. These grants, awarded for 1 to 2 years, aim to enhance outreach for communities lacking musical instruction.	Not published	Varies
Ronald Barnes Memorial Grant Guild of Carillonneurs in North America · Foundation Not published · Up to $14K The Ronald Barnes Memorial Grant, offered by The Guild of Carillonneurs in North America, supports North Americans pursuing studies in carillon performance, composition, music history, or instrument design.	Not published	Up to $14K
Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund Grant Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Enrichment Fund provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in the greater Kansas City area, aimed at enhancing local music and cultural experiences.	Not published	Up to $5K
James A. and Rita B. Pellow Memorial Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the James A. and Rita B. This grant has a rolling deadline.	Not published	Varies
Ben Paley Scholarship Fund Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ben Paley Scholarship Fund, established in 2019 by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, honors the life of musician Ben Paley.	Not published	Varies
Florence Y. Flach Music Fund Grant Flach Music Fund · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Florence Y. Flach Music Fund Grant, established in 1978, aims to enhance the appreciation and enjoyment of music among Allentown, Pennsylvania residents.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Herb Alpert Foundation Emerging Young Artists Scholarships California State Summer School Arts Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K The CSSSA Foundation is the exclusive partner of the Herb Alpert Foundation Scholarships for Emerging Young Artists, a major funding program for college-level artists.	Not published	$3K – $40K
Music Scholarships Mount Marty University · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K For students interested in music at Mount Marty University.	Not published	Up to $6K
Galpin Society Research Grant The Galpin Society for the Study of Musical Instruments · Foundation Not published · Up to £500 The Galpin Society Research Grant supports research into musical instruments, promoting their construction, development, and use.	Not published	Up to £500
Caroline Guarini Memorial Scholarship Grant National Italian American Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Caroline Guarini Memorial Scholarship, offered by the National Italian American Foundation, supports outstanding Italian American students majoring in music or related fields.	Not published	$3K – $5K
SCAC: Emerging Artist Grants South Carolina Arts Commission · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The SCAC Emerging Artist Grants aim to support emerging artists in South Carolina through funding of up to $1,800, along with mentorship and professional development.	Not published	Up to $2K
Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Grant Karen Colina Wilson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K The Karen Colina Wilson Foundation Grant supports programs for children, youth, and women, enhancing their health and well-being through education, art, literature, and music.	Not published	$500 – $10K

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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 580 grants for music Grantable lists as of October 5, 2026, 315 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, 342 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for music due?

Of 580 grants listed, 8 accept applications on a rolling basis, 22 have a published upcoming deadline, 132 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 418 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 45% fall in January–March.

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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