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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CHAUTAUQUA WOMEN'S CLUB INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CWC Scholarship Program Overview: The Chautauqua Women's Club provides scholarships to support exceptional students in dance, music, piano, theater, voice, and visual arts attending Chautauqua…

Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cynthia Chapman Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary Overview The monetary value…

D'ADDARIO FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Please keep in mind if you are applying for support for the first time, you must submit a letter of inquiry first before being invited to submit a formal grant proposal. Letter of…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
D'ADDARIO FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

D'Addario Foundation: In-Kind Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: D'Addario Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The D'Addario Foundation…

The D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust Grant Programme Status: ACTIVE Funder: The D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust Amount: £500 - £6,000 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust…

Da Camera Endowment Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DACAMERA Young Artist Program Overview: A chamber music fellowship program for emerging professional instrumentalists, singers, and composers. Goal: Encourage musicians to develop the skills…

BALLET WICHITA INC · August 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dance Scholarship Funder: Ballet Wichita Inc (Wichita, KS) Overview: Ballet Wichita Academy offers a need-based scholarship opportunity to help make dance more accessible for students in the…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

David Barr and Ginny Reese Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The David Barr and Ginny Reese Music Scholarship at Montana…

OAK HARBOR MUSIC FESTIVAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

David Glynn Willis Music Scholarship Overview: Added in 2024, this scholarship honors David Glynn Willis, who truly inspired community with the power of music. His dedication to teaching and…

ASCAP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Deems Taylor/Virgil Thomson Awards Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ascap Foundation Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The Deems Taylor/Virgil Thomson Awards, established in…

DENTON FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Denton Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Denton Family Charitable Foundation Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Denton Family Foundation Grant, established by E. Warren Denton,…

THE DEVILS LAKE AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Devils Lake Area Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Devils Lake Area Foundation Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Devils Lake Area Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in…

ACM LIFTING LIVES · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Diane Holcomb Emergency Relief Fund Organization: ACM Lifting Lives Mission: Serves members of the community who face unexpected hardships. Purpose Provides emergency relief and financial assistance…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Doell Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Doell Family Scholarship, established by the…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dominique's Musician Corner Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary Dominique's Musician Corner Scholarship, established…

DONALD N TWEEDY FUND XXXXX5003 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Donald N. Tweedy Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Donald N. Tweedy Trust Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Donald N. Tweedy Trust Grant supports community…

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EAST BAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

East Bay Fund for Artists Overview: The East Bay Fund for Artists supports local artists and arts organizations in the East Bay to create new and diverse works of art. Geographic Scope: East Bay…

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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