Grants for Music Education to Support School Programs
Save The Music partners with school districts and local communities to build sustainable music programs
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We invest in schools
We partner with public school districts to donate grants in the form of new musical instruments, technology, equipment, and resources for music teachers and school leaders. Grants provide opportunities for schools to jumpstart and support their music programs. Check out the types of grants for music education we offer:
Intro To Music Grant – Elementary General Music
Grades PreK-5
Music Technology Grant
Grades 9-12
We Support Teachers
As part of our grants for music education, we support music teachers with special professional development opportunities and long-term program support. We also provide an online resource center for anyone to explore! Click below to search over 100 creative and educational resources on our website.
We Advocate For Music Education
We address the importance of public school music education programs because we believe music should be part of every young student’s well-rounded education. Check out our Advocacy Tools for how you can become a music education champion in your own community, and join our email list by clicking below.
As one of the nation’s leading nonprofit foundations for music education, we’ve helped over 2,800 schools start and sustain their music programs. Use the map below to see our impact, and discover if Save The Music has given a music program grant in your district! See a list of our current partner communities.
Accountability
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76% of our spending goes to support music programs.
18% of our budget goes to fundraising costs, primarily development staff compensation and events. 6% goes to cover administrative costs such as legal and accounting.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does Save The Music work? How does STM restore music programs in schools? Save The Music passionately revitalizes music education in public schools nationwide by providing targeted music education grants in collaboration with partner school districts. We offer comprehensive music grants for schools that include musical instruments, cutting-edge technology, and vital support for music educators. By engaging with local communities, we help make music education an integral part of K-12 education, enhancing everything from early music programs in elementary schools to contemporary music production in high schools. Learn more about how we work.
- How can my school apply for a Save The Music grant? Save The Music selects school districts that demonstrate a profound commitment to music education for all students. Grant applications are distributed by invitation only; however, we welcome expressions of interest from districts aligned with our mission. School districts interested in partnering with STM should have their district administrators contact us to discuss a potential partnership. For more details on beginning this conversation and understanding the criteria for selection, please reach out to the STM Program Team at [email protected].
- How does Save The Music select partner school districts and communities to receive grants? We focus on underserved communities with rich musical legacies needing a boost in music education. We assess and collaborate with local partners to pinpoint schools where our grants can significantly enhance students’ academic and creative growth. Learn more about our selection process and grant requirements.
- What types of grants are offered by Save The Music? Our grants cater to various stages of musical education. For young learners, offer elementary music grants that include musical instruments like ukuleles and Orff xylophones. Middle schools might benefit from ensemble grants, while high schools have access to the J Dilla Music Technology Grant which focuses on music production. All grants include specific funding for music teachers to support their professional development.
- Does STM provide cash grants to schools? Save The Music invests in sustainable resources such as musical instruments, technology, and professional development for educators. This approach ensures a lasting impact on music education, directly benefiting students’ growth and development. We do not award monetary funding or cash grants to school districts, schools, or individuals.
- Can Save The Music sponsor my arts-based organization or event? Save The Music primarily invests in school music programs. Although we value and recognize the importance of external arts initiatives, our grants are specifically designed to empower students and educators within school settings. Our commitment to enhancing music education within schools means that our resources are directed towards grants for music education, music grants for schools, and support for music teachers and students. This focused approach ensures that our contributions make a meaningful impact, closely aligning with our mission to nurture musical talent and educational growth in the next generation.
