Blog Post #8
Find 3 websites where you can apply for money from the government, businesses, private parties, etc. Please include the following information:
Website name
Type of grant
Name of grant
Amount of money available
Type of form needed
Time frame for submission
To what kinds of things do they normally award money (hardware, software, musical instruments, etc.)
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant
Include a paragraph voicing your opinion as to whether or not this would be something you would apply for as a music educator.
15 comments:
http://www.neafoundation.org/
• The type of grant: Organization Grant -Student Achievement Grant. It is to improve the academic achievement of students in U.S. public schools and public higher education institutions in any subject area(s). The proposed work should engage students in critical thinking and problem solving that deepen their knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also improve students’ habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection.
• Name of Grant: NEA Student Achievement Grant
• Amount available: $5,000
• Type of form needed: Registration is online.
• Time frame of submission: none
• To what kinds of things do they normally award money: Any materials that apply to the requirements of the specified project
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant: • pay indirect costs, grant administration fees, or salaries; pay stipends to the applicants; support conference fees for more than one person; lobby or support religious purposes
This is something that I would apply to as an educator because of its broad requirements for qualification. If written correctly, the money could be used to start a music program at a school that does not have one. The grant does require a partner to be involved in the project and the money is taxable income.
2. http://www.ing-usa.com/us/aboutING/CorporateCitizenship/Education/INGUnsungHeroes/index.htm
• The type of grant: Sponsored by Private Business
• Name of Grant: ING Unsung Heroes®
• Amount available: One Hundred $2,000 awards. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000.
• Type of form needed: Registration must be downloaded online, printed and mailed out with a brief description of your project
• Time frame of submission: Application Postmark Deadline: April 30, 2010
• To what kinds of things do they normally award money: Any materials that would help a creative, unique educational program that is helping students reach new heights.
• What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant: Indirect costs or administrative fees will not be paid or withheld from the grant award.
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I like this grant because of the possibility of receiving $25,000 if your project is better than the rest of the competing applicants, and the application does not look too complicated. The advisory board is consisted of fellow teachers and administrators.
3. http://www.ascd.org/programs/Outstanding_Young_Educator_Award/Outstanding_Young_Educator_Award_Program.aspx
• The type of grant: Sponsored by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
• Name of Grant: Outstanding Young Educator Award
• Amount available: $10,000
• Type of form needed: The applicant must be nominated by another teacher. A commitment to educating the whole the Whole Child standards.
• Closing date for the 2011 OYEA nominations : 08/01/2010
• To what kinds of things do they normally award money: Anything that you would like
Mark AND Emma
http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/grant-application/learning-and-leadership/
Non-for Profit
NEA Learning and Leadership grant
$2,000
Online Application
Applications may be submitted at any time (3 application received dates)
Books, technology
Not Covered: stipend, tuition, any sort of salary
https://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/nea-foundation-menc-teaching-improvisation-grants/
Non-for Profit
NEA Foundation-MENC Teaching Improvisation Grants
$5,000
Online Application
Any Time, 3 dates for receiving
May be used for anything to benefit a music classroom
Will not support anything not related to music
Cannot be used towards a stipend, tuition, or salary
http://www.medwayschools.org/mfe/pdf/grant_application.pdf
The Medway Foundation for Education (MFE)
Non-for profit community foundation
Online Application
Awards up to $7,000
May 20, 2010 is the due date for applications
Normally award anything that will support education
This will not provide teachers with a salary or stipend
1) Website name: Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation (http://www.mhopus.org/teachers.asp)
Type: K-12 Instrumental Progams
Name: Mr. Holland's Opus Grant
Amount: No more than $10,000
Form: Pre-form consists of basic info, a paragraph on what the money would be used for, and a log of your school's music expenses.
Deadline: December 1, 2009
Money uses available: Musical instruments.
I would definitely apply for this scholarship. The criteria are not very strict aside from you need to be at least 3 years old and instrumental only. $10,000 would be amazing!
2)National Music Foundation (http://www.usamusic.org/amei.html)
Type: Private
Name: Lois Bailey Glenn awards
Amount available: $1,000
Form needed: Submit an American music Lesson Plan
Deadline: December 29
Money purpose: For teachers who send in strong American-music themed lesson plans
I would probably apply for this one as well. It wouldn't be difficult to theme a lesson plan on American music, so why not?
3)Website: National Endowment for the arts (http://www.nea.gov/grants/apply/Artsed.html)
Type of Grant: Private
Name: Access to Artistic Excellence
Amount: $5,000 - $150,000
Form needed: Basic application
Time Frame: August 13
Money purpose: To encourage and support artistic excellence, preserve our cultural heritage, and provide access to the arts for all Americans. Grants support projects that provide short-term arts exposure or arts appreciation for children and youth as well as intergenerational education projects.
Again, with the potential of getting $150,000, why would I not apply?!
THIS POST IS ALSO FOR WILL BROCKER! copyright 2009
1.) Website name: Education World
-Name of Grant: Access to Artistic Excellence
-Type: Arts
-Money available: $5,000-$150,000
-Type of form needed: private application
-Time Frame/Application Deadline: March 12, August 13, 2009
-Normal awards: short-term arts exposure or arts appreciation for children and youth as well as intergenerational education projects.
-Exceptions: Any programs that don't enhance the above.
http://www.educationworld.com/a_admin/archives/grants.shtml
I would definitely apply for this grant as a music educator. This woulod be especially useful in many inner-city public schools that can't afford instruments, computers, or any other materials needed for arts, and specifically music education.
2.) Website Name: ASCAP Foundation
-Type of Grant: Arts exposure
-Name of grant: ManUp4Kids Program
-Money Available: $1500
-Type of Form needed: Private Application?
-Time Frame/App Deadline: Unable to tell from website
-Normal Awards: Forms of entertainment which would promote exposing low-income families to theatre, music, and other art disciplines
-Exceptions: Programs that are not arts-related
http://www.ascapfoundation.org/newgrants2009.html
Again, I would definitely use this grant as a music educator. This offers opportunities to families that would otherwise never have them, and really supports the notion that anyone should be able to access the arts.
3.) Website name: Muzak Heart & Soul Foundation
-Type of grant: Music/Arts
-Name of grant: Music Matters Grant
-Money available: $1,000-$12,000
-Type of form needed: Private app
-Time frame/App deadline: February 5, 2010
-Normal awards: programs serving students in grades K-12;programs involving innovative educational reform; programs serving economically disadvantaged children;programs having established collaborative partnerships with parent-teacher-student associations (PTSA) and other community groups;programs possibly including the basic need of music instruments and educational materials
-Exceptions: Individuals; Religious, political, labor, athletic, or fraternal organizations; Operating deficits or debt retirement; Music therapy and dance; General requests for operating funds or capital campaigns; Event sponsorships such as, but not limited to walks, runs, or golf tournaments; Programs serving people and communities outside the U.S.
http://heart.muzak.com/what/grants.aspx
Though I like and agree with the initial mission statement of this grant, I'm not so sure if I would use it as a music educator. It seems highly specific, and they seem as though they are unwilling to make certain accomodations for groups of people--seems a bit discriminatory.
http://www.teacherscount.org/teacher/grants.shtml
List of tons of different grants
http://www.ing-usa.com/us/aboutING/CorporateCitizenship/Education/INGUnsungHeroes/index.htm
ING Unsung Heroes Grant
100 $2000 Grants, from those 3 are chosen for 5K,10K, and 25K
There is a form to download on the website
Deadline is April 20, 2010
Awards for creativity and innovation in teaching methods and new projects to improve student learning. The money can be used for anything related to the projects, but cannot be used to pay indirect costs or administrative fees related to the projects.
http://www.mhopus.org/teachers.asp
The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation
Melody Program
Up to $10,000 value
There is a form to download and fill out, and school must demonstrate financial need.
Deadline of Dec, 1,2009
The award donates used instruments to programs in need, or money to have instruments serviced and repaired. The program must be during the school day and have been established for at least 3 years.
http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/learning-and-leadership/
The National Education Association
Learning & Leadership Grants
$5000
Deadline 3 times per year April, Sept, Jan 15th.
You can apply online electronically.
Grant funds may be used for fees, travel expenses, books, or other materials that enable applicants to learn subject matter, instructional approaches, and skills. The money cannot be used to pay educators stipends or lobbying purposes.
http://www.nea.gov/grants/apply/AMChamber.html
National Endowment for The Arts-
American Master Pieces: Chamber Music from 5,000-75,000
Projects may be initiated by eligible organizations of all sizes, genres, and aesthetics such as:
• Ensembles.
• Presenters.
• Festivals.
• Colleges and universities.
• Meet the Arts Endowment's "Legal Requirements," including nonprofit, tax-exempt status, as detailed in the FY 2010 Grants for Arts Projects guidelines, at the time of application.
• Have a three-year history of programming that includes the production or presentation of chamber music performances and educational activities prior to the application deadline.
• Have submitted acceptable Final Report packages by the due date(s) for all Arts Endowment award(s) previously received.
Deadline: October 8, 2009
This is a very unique grant that focuses on chamber music. I would definitely like to use this grant to start an after school program or for chamber music for my advance players. This seems like a lot of work to apply for a grant but because it is so specific, I think it will be less competitive because it is very specific.
2.
http://www.musiccenter.org/education/bravo.html
The BRAVO Award was established by the Music Center in 1983 to recognize teachers and schools for creativity, innovation and excellence in arts education.
The Bravo Award honors educators and schools for excellence in all arts disciplines. BRAVO Awards are presented in three categories; schools, arts specialist teacher, general classroom teacher. BRAVO Award winners use the arts to revitalize teaching, enhance academic achievement and foster self-esteem, teamwork and cross-cultural communication and understanding.
Nominees must submit a completed application which is then reviewed by a committee of educators, artists and arts specialists. A point ranking system is used to select the top tier of applicants. A panel of judges chooses applicants from each category and visits their classrooms and determines the BRAVO Award winners. Getting the word out about the value of arts education and spotlighting great educators is a large part of the BRAVO mission. We encourage every nominee to submit an application and be part of the recognition process!
Deadline Fectuary 4, 2009
3.
http://www.neafoundation.org/pages/educators/grant-programs/grant-application/
Learning and Leadership Grants provide opportunities for teachers, and educators to engage in professional development and lead their colleagues in professional growth.
The amount is 2000 to 5000 dollars deadlines are: Feb 1, June 1, Oct 15
4. NEA foundation Grows “ Green” Grants
150,000 dollars of new funding designed for programs that integrate green related topics into the classroom.
Public school educators are eligible to apply. Grants are worth up to 5,000 dollars for ideas and techniques using green concepts.
Grant 1:
mockingbirdfoundation.org
Goal is to further music education in schools but also in other more unconventional places.
Mockingbird Foundation
Grants given are from $50.00 to $5,000
Must write a letter of inquiry and then be invited to apply.
Grants are awarded year round.
Grants generally go to schools but also to hospitals, shelters and foster homes to further music education.
Grants are not given to places that use music as a therapy.
This seems like an interesting grant and foundation, it is founded by the band Phish. But I do not think that I would apply for it, they do not accept many applicants and one cannot even apply unless invited to apply.
Grant 2:
target.com
Gives money to programs that supports music in schools. Also supports school tour groups.
Target Grants
$1000-$3000
Although too late to apply for a grant this year, application dates for 2010 will be available after March 1st.
Programs that make the arts accessible to school children are of particular interest to Target
They had no stipulations.
I would apply for this grant. It seems to be legitimate and I have heard of target's reputation as a quality company that is involved in the community.
Grant 3:
neh.org
Grant-making agency of the Government to support the humanities.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Could not find specific monetary values.
There were several grants on this site with many different log in dates.
There were many specific grants that went to specific places.
Each grant had its own guidlines.
There were many grants that I think would be useful and worthwhile to apply for.
Target field trip grants
https://targetfieldtripgrants.target.com/
Grant to help pay for educational field trips. Trips to musical concerts are heavily encouraged.
Up to $800
The form needed is a web form that you sign up for an account with. It is very easy and takes about five minutes to complete.
The Grant is open for requests from august to November 3rd.
They award money to schools to help pay for educational field trips.
Music Matters Grant
http://heart.muzak.com/what/grants.aspx
$1,000-$12,000
The Form needed is a download from their website.
The Grant Form is Due on February 5th and the grants will be awarded in April for the following school year.
The only stipulations for this grant are that schools are qualify for title I funding and that the grant request articulate the specific needs for the existing or planned music program.
The Mockingbird Foundation
http://www.mockingbirdfoundation.org/
$50.00 - $5,000
Letters of Inquiry are the first step in the process and are due September 1st. There will be an online form for these for next year's grant proposals.
September 1st letter of inquiry due
November 1st Proposals Due
January 1st Funding provided.
The Grant covers many different areas of music such as texts, instruments, and office needs to name a few focused on the educational aspects.
The grant is awarded on a one time basis only.
Does not fund individuals and research.
1) http://www.mhopus.org/teachers.asp The Mr. Hollands Opus Foundation!
-A private organization funded by Corporate donors.
-Melody Program helps K-12 school instrumental music programs that take place during the regular school day. Based Financial need of district and school. Amount not cited.
-Special Projects Program helps before and after-school music programs. Should be at least 3 year old program. Requests not exceeding $10,000.
-Michael Kamen Solo Award helps outstanding student musicians enrolled in grades 8 - 12 who cannot afford to obtain an appropriate instrument. Provides an instrument worth up to $20,000. Private Mail-in Application
Can only Apply once a year-I would apply based on financial need.
2) http://www.ascapfoundation.org/grants.html
The ASCAP Foundation supports music education programs for aspiring songwriters and composers. Average grant-$2,500. Multiple awards for compositional and Private Online Applications The Sphinx Organization
The Commission of a new work for the Harlem Quartet
$10,500, Detroit, MI
To support the commission of a new work by ASCAP composer, Tania Leòn. The piece will be written for the Harlem Quartet and will premiere in 2010. It will become part of the Harlem Quartet's repertoire. This program is funded by a bequest from Rosalie Meyer, widow of Joseph Meyer.
3) http://heart.muzak.com/what/grants.aspx
The Muzak Heart & Soul Foundation
-non-profit public charity organization
Public school programs (qualifying for Title I federal funding and serving a minimum of 70% low-income students)programs directly funding music education
- between $1,000-$12,000 each and are made on an annual one-time basis.
-Recipients will be required to complete periodic evaluations throughout 2010.
Private Online application.
Depending on the financial necessity of my school I would apply for the Mr. Hollands Opus Foundation. I would definitely apply for the grants to help individual and lower income students needs.
Jose Guerrero and Christina Ceballos
Website name-golden apple
Type of grant-award
Name of grant-golden apple award
Amount of money available- A paid semester sabbatical at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Winners may take as many courses as they wish in any subjects they choose. As part of the sabbatical, the winners, as a group, design a seminar series to which they invite individuals who are making significant contributions in the field of education.
A cash award of $3,000
Type of form needed- Nominees must be full-time classroom teachers at a public or non-public school in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake or Will counties in Illinois. Nominees must be committed to continue teaching in Illinois for at least two years after completing the sabbatical.
Time frame for submission- September 1 through December 31
To what kinds of things do they normally award money (hardware, software, musical instruments, etc.)-whatever you want. It’s a cash prize.
Include a paragraph voicing your opinion as to whether or not this would be something you would apply for as a music educator.
Website name- MacArthur Foundation
Type of grant- private
Name of grant- MacArthur Fellowship
Amount of money available- $500,000, paid in quarterly installments over five years.
Type of form needed- have been nominated by someone from our constantly changing pool of invited external nominators
Time frame for submission- The shortest possible interval from nomination to award is about nine months, but it normally takes more than a year, sometimes several.
To what kinds of things do they normally award money- There are no restrictions on how the money can be spent, and we impose no reporting obligations.
Website name- Fund for Teachers
Type of grant- private
Name of grant- Fund for Teachers Fellowship
Amount of money available- Individual applicants are eligible for up to $5,000 and teams that consist of two or more teachers can receive up to $10,000.
Type of form needed- To be selected, interested teachers must submit a proposal that details how their summer fellowship will make them a better teacher and how their improved skills or capacity will be implemented in the classroom, benefiting students, curricula and school. Post-fellowship requirements include a impact report and evidence of how they will use the experience to inform their classroom practice. Teachers are accepted based on the quality and merit of their application as judged by a committee
Eligibility
Must be a certified Pre-K through 12th Grade Chicago Public School teacher
Must have a minimum of three years teaching experience
Must spend 50 percent of working time in the classroom
Teachers may budget up to $5,000 per individual and $10,000 per team
Teachers may only be awarded a FFT Fellowship once every five years
Time frame for submission- once a year
To what kinds of things do they normally award money (hardware, software, musical instruments, etc.)- grant money may not be used to purchase materials or fund experiences that are evidently inappropriate for the ages or abilities of a teacher's students. Generally speaking, anything else is possible, as long as it is part of a stimulating activity in which students are actively involved and which is an integral component of the curricular project or broader Instructional Strategy.
We would love to be nominated for any and all three of these grants/awards, especially the McArthur Fellowship. As a music educator, the McArthur would serve greatly as a source of instrumental purchases. As a matter of fact, because they don’t restrict the purchases for the money- you can buy whatever you feel is needed in the classroom. The Golden Apple award is also another great one that is specifically geared towards illinois educators.
I am actually Gabyby's second post because I was logged in as her.
Chicago Foundation for Education
Offers Small Grants ($500), Study Group Grants, Networking Leadership Grants, and Fund for Teachers Fellowships
Amounts range from $500 to $10,000
Need separate form for each grant offered, downloadable from cite
Also need proposal
Timeframe is different for all grants but the consider awards once a year.
Money is for CPS teachers/schools
Must be a certified Pre-K through 12th Grade Chicago Public School teacher
Must have a minimum of three years teaching experience
Must spend 50 percent of working time in the classroom
Teachers may budget up to $5,000 per individual and $10,000 per team
Teachers may only be awarded a FFT Fellowship once every five years
Money must be used for education, not for salaries, travel costs, conference fees, etc.
I might apply for this grant if I worked in CPS and had a specific project or proposal in mind. It also seems like teachers apply in groups for this grant, which might be difficult if I were the only music teacher in the school.
Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation
Three grant programs: Melody, Special Projects, and Michael Kamen Solo Award
Amounts range from $500 - $20,000
Need to create an online account to fill out an application, reviewed once a year
Requirements are different for each grant, but they will NOT give money to programs outside the US, for salaries or lessons, special events or camps
The three different grants help after school music programs, students who don’t own an instrument, and school day music programs. I would definitely apply for one of these grants. I also like the grant for helping kids buy their own instrument.
Fry Foundation
Website doesn’t say what amounts they grant
They grant specifically Education, Arts Education, Employment and Health, and there are very specific guidelines online for applying.
Arts Education guidelines focus specifically on CPS, low income demographics.
They look for teacher-training programs that immerse educators in the practice and study of the arts and present teachers with innovative strategies for teaching the arts, engaging students in the creative process, and assessing student progress. We look for programs that provide ongoing support, expertise and resources to both teachers and students.
They do not fund to individuals, government entities, general operating, political activities, medical research, or religious purposes.
I would definitely apply for a grant from this foundation, especially if I had a specific project in mind.
#1
www.mockingbirdfoundation.org
Music Education for Children
The Mockingbird Foundation Grant
$50.00 – $5,000.00
Letter of inquiry and proposal
Inquiry Proposals Funding
September 1 November 1 January 1
February 1 April 1 June 1
Projects for children 18 years and younger that foster creative expression through music, utilizing resources including instruments, texts, office materials, practice/performance space, instruction, and have a particular interest in low income, low skill level groups.
Mockingbird is particularly interested in projects that foster self-esteem and free expression, but does not typically fund music therapy which is not education or music appreciation which does not include participation.
I would apply for this grant if I were in a public school and had plans to do a project involving cross-discipline activities, or a unit that explored music from other cultures. I believe this would also be a good source of funding for an after school music program in a lower income neighborhood. I would not apply for this grant if I did not have a specific project in mind, or if I were teaching at a school with a religious affiliation.
#2
mhopus.org
Helps K-12 school instrumental music programs that take place during the regular school day.
Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation
Up to $10,000 for project grants and $20,000 for individual instrument grants
Pre-qualification form, followed by proposal
Pre-qualification form only available until December 1st. You will be notified by the MHOF Program Director whether or not your program may submit a full application within two weeks of submitting the Pre-Qualification Form. Awarded programs will receive instruments during Summer 2010.
Special projects programs, which are basically before and after school programs. They also award up to $20,000 toward a new instrument for eligible students who have studied for five years or more.
If your school offers Orff/classroom music only, it is NOT eligible to apply.
Programs outside the United States, Teacher salaries or music lessons, Programs or individuals outside of our three programs, Events, concerts, festivals, Summer camps.
I would apply for this grant if I were in a school where the band/orchestra program had potential for growth, but limited funding. It would be a great grant to receive if you had space for an instrumental program, but needed more funding.
#3
www.targetfieldtripgrants.target.com
Target field trip grant administered by Scholarship America
Target Store Arts Grant
Up to $800
Online application including Applicant's description of the field trip and its objectives. Including benefits to the students, including overall student learning experience, relevance to curriculum, number of students who may benefit from the grant, and proposed use of funds.
Applications must be submitted electronically to Scholarship America between August 5, and November 3
This is a grant specifically designed to fund field trips. They will give money to 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(1) tax-exempt schools or organizations with educators, teachers, principals, paraprofessionals or classified staff who are willing to plan and execute a field trip that will provide a demonstrable learning experience for students.
Parents, Volunteers, Childcare centers, After-school programs, Pre-K groups
I would apply for this grant as a music educator. Field trips are a great way share life-size music experiences with students. This grant would be really helpful in a school with low-income families who could not otherwise send their student on a costly field trip. You could also use this grant to supplement certain grades that are working on special projects or units in conjunction with other grants.
Website name www.mockingbirdfoundation.org
Type of grant: music - composition, instrumentation, vocalization, improvisation. In education - provision of instruments, office materials, learning space, practice space, performance space, instructors/instruction; children - targeting children 18 years or younger, but will consider projects benefitting college students, teachers, adult students
Name of grant: Mockingbird grant
Amount of money available: $50.00 to $5,000.00
Type of form needed: Full proposals are by invitation only. The applicant sends a letter of inquiry. If the project is selectd, the applicant submits a full and formal proposal. Grants are given to non-profit organizations. Public schools are eligible for funding.
Time frame for submission: From sending letter of inquirey to being invited: 2 months. Time till funding given: 2 months
To what kinds of things do they normally award money: music - encoruages applications with diverse and unusual musical styles, genre. Education - projects that foster self-esteem and free expression. Children - interested in programs which benefit disenfranchised groups
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant: music therapy.
Yes, I would definitely be attracted to apply for a grant through this foundation. The scope seems wide enough.
Website name:http://arts.endow.gov/grants/apply/AMchamber.html
Type of grant: for chamber music of American composers
Name of grant: American Masterpieces: chamber music
Amount of money available: $5,000 to $75,000
Type of form needed: Nonprofit organizations can apply. Must have a 3-year history of programming. Apply online through grants.gov
Time frame for submission: Must apply by Oct. 8, 2009 Support may start on May 1, 2010, performances must be done by Sept. 30, 2011
To what kinds of things do they normally award money: for chamber music concerts by American compsoers that feature educational aspects such as discussions, master classes, seminars
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant: music of non-American composers
This looks rather difficult to implement, since one needs a 3-year history of programs, and must exclusively be for Americna chamber music. I would likely not apply.
Website name: http://fendermusicfoundation.org/grants/
Type of grant: for music instruciton, not music appreciation or entertainment
Name of grant: Fender Music Foundation grant
Amount of money available: $500-$5,000
Type of form needed: must be submitted by 501(c)3 or gov. organiation
Time frame for submission: Committee reviews applications 3 times yearly.
To what kinds of things do they normally award money: in-school music classes, after-school music programs not run by school, music therapy programs. They have given out grants for traditional instruments, sometimes microphones and PA system
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant: operating expenses, items to benefit individuals, seed money, event sponsorship, music production equipemnt, recording studio equipment, instrument repairs, unforms, sheet music
This also looks very appleaing, as it is geared for music in school.
Website name: NEAFoundation.org
Type of grant: Public school programs, geared toward equal schools, just society.
Name of grant: NEA Foundation Amount of money available: $2,500
Type of form needed: 990 form
Time frame for submission. Money Alloted 2 times a year. To what kinds of things do they normally award money (hardware, software, musical instruments, etc.) “Looking for opportunities to support innovation, inspiration and improvement in teaching.” What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant. This is worth checking out. The fund aims at closing gaps of resource disparities between schools. While it doesn’t talk about music specifically, I think they would be sympathetic to music programs that don’t have enough instruments or technology.
Website name: Kindermorgan.com
Type of grant: Grant for non-profit youth program
Name of grant: Kinder Morgan Foundation
Amount of money available: $1,000 to $5,000
Type of form needed: Application with IRS 501
Time frame for submission: deadline in November of preceding year.
To what kinds of things do they normally award money (hardware, software, musical instruments, etc.): The grant supports musical equipment, especially instruments.
They favor extra-curricular programs that emphasize education and the arts k-12.
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant: Schools, curricular activities.
This is worth checking out as a music educator, especially if you have an after school program like a jazz band or marching band.
Website name Music Matters Grant
Type of grant Awarded to Music education programs
Name of grant Muzak
Amount of money available $1,000-12,000
Type of form needed There is a specific application required for this grant. Financial information of the organization is required.
Time frame for submission- February 5th 2010. Money is distributed in October.To what kinds of things do they normally award money (hardware, software, musical instruments, etc.) The grant favors schools without "the basic needs of music instruments and educational materials."
What kinds of things are NOT covered by this grant? The grant does not support music therapy or programs outside the US.
This would be a good grant to apply for. In October 2008, the grant gave away $100,000 to 32 music programs. Most of the recipients were elementary schools. The grant was founded on the belief that through music education, a child can better realize his or her full potential and better develop his or her character.
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