Best Grants for Music Education in Maine

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine offering music education or related arts, education, or youth programs can apply for grants from Bangor Savings Bank Foundation, with awards ranging from US $2,000 - US $25,000. Funding can support program development, facilities, equipment, and, for smaller awards, general operating needs within the bank’s service region.

Musicians seeking to advance their musical education or skill development, particularly in music education, in Maine can apply for this scholarship-style funding to deepen training on their chosen instrument. Maine Community Foundation’s Uncle Al Scholarship Fund gives preference to acoustic instrumentalists and vocalists living in Franklin or Somerset counties.

Organizations using music as an educational tool in Maine can receive up to US $10,000 to support music education programs and opportunities. Music Drives Us supports institutions facing cuts or lacking music program funding, including schools, hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, YMCAs, and Boys & Girls Clubs across New England.

Schools and nonprofit organizations in Maine needing instruments to start or expand music programs can apply for in-kind support that supplies brand-new instruments. Grants from Music Drives Us help music education programs in Maine and across New England at public and private schools, charter schools, hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, YMCAs, and Boys & Girls Clubs.

Musicians and musical groups in Maine and across New England can receive up to US $10,000 to provide free, educational performance experiences in schools, after-school programs, and public spaces. With a mission to preserve music education, Music Drives Us supports programs that compensate performers while expanding access to quality music education, especially in underserved communities.

Maine 501(c)(3) organizations offering music education or performance programs, especially for underserved students, can access funding through Mattina R. Proctor Foundation; awards range from US $2,500 - US $50,000. Eligible projects focus on music, opera, and arts education, with a preference for clearly defined, need-based initiatives in Maine communities.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, fiscally sponsored projects, and Maine governmental units running arts education or public engagement programs in Maine can seek multiyear operating or project support, up to US $60,000 total. The Onion Foundation prioritizes equity-focused arts initiatives, including music education and community arts experiences that increase access for Maine residents.

Grants from California Casualty help Maine K-12 public schools fund critical music and arts needs, with awards of US $300 per grant. Active school employees who are members of a state NEA affiliate or listed educator associations may apply to support schoolwide programs or classroom projects integrating music or arts.

Students pursuing music education degrees in Maine can apply for this scholarship to support their higher education costs. Focused on music education, Grand Rapids Community Foundation considers applicants with significant financial need, offering an opportunity that may benefit Maine students preparing for careers as music educators.

Students in Maine studying music with a concentration in viola, violin, violincello, or bass viol can apply for the Llewellyn L. Cayvan String Instrument Scholarship, supporting music education. Grand Rapids Community Foundation generally prioritizes applicants with high financial need, though all eligible music students may be considered.

Graduating high school seniors planning to study music and needing financial assistance can receive scholarship support through the Richard & Dolla Squires Memorial Music Scholarship. With a mission to invest in students’ futures, Stanislaus Community Foundation provides US $1,000 awards, which may benefit Maine music education students heading to higher education.

Graduating high school seniors in Nevada pursuing a college major or minor in music can apply for the Austen Marie Path to Music Memorial Scholarship, with awards up to US $5,000 for tuition. Students dedicated to music who have overcome challenges may be especially strong candidates; Maine music education students may find this inspiring but are not eligible.

Young aspiring musicians with financial need can receive support for music education expenses such as college, lessons, instruments, books, or music camps, including those in Maine. With a mission to assist these students, Northern New York Community Foundation provides the Keith Brabant Music Scholarship, with funds sometimes paid directly to providers for specific costs.

Maine music education organizations can access funding through the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation’s Lynne Goldsborough Yowell Scholarship only if they are individual students from Madison or Culpeper County public high schools, or local students already in college pursuing an arts major. Eligible applicants must show good academic standing, volunteer or work experience, and commitment to visual, music, theater, culinary, or other creative arts.

Students pursuing music education in Maine may be eligible for Chautauqua Region Community Foundation’s music scholarships if they are from Chautauqua County, New York. Grants from Chautauqua Region Community Foundation help K–11 students with music instruction costs and support high school seniors and college students majoring in music.

The NAACP X Society Awards Scholarship

The NAACP x Society Awards Scholarship is one of many funding opportunities available to students through NAACP's Inspire Initiatives. We offer scholarships to outstanding and qualified students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Through the generosity of our donors, we advance efforts to ensure equity in educational opportunity that prepares students for success in school, work, and life.

Scholarship amount: $1,000 to $5,000

This is a non-renewable scholarship opportunity.

The Gloria Anderson Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies, honors a beloved music teacher and the founder of the Singing Dutchmen Men’s Chorus. This scholarship, amounting to approximately $1,000, is available to high school seniors pursuing degrees in music education or performance, particularly those from areas served by the Singing Dutchmen. It reflects the Foundation's commitment to supporting local students in their educational endeavors.

The Community Foundation’s scholarships are for Arkansas students pursuing education at two- or four-year colleges or universities, vocational schools or technical training programs. Each scholarship has its own eligibility criteria. Some scholarships are designated for graduates of a particular high school or those who plan to attend a particular college. Others are based on extracurricular activities or intended college majors.  

The Foundation has a scholarship portal with a quiz to help applicants determine scholarship eligibility. 

“Since 1976, the Community Foundation has partnered with individuals and organizations who want to support our state’s students in their pursuit of higher education,” said Heather Larkin, Community Foundation president and CEO. “These generous people provide the funding and determine the size and eligibility criteria of each scholarship, while we oversee the application and awarding process on their behalf.”  

Barbara Mashburn Memorial Scholarship

Provides a scholarship for a graduate of an Arkansas high school pursuing an education as a vocalist.

Scholarships

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation scholarships are awarded competitively based on criteria set by donors. These criteria could include financial need, the school the applicant is attending, academic achievement, as well as personal or career goals. The Community Foundation has a rigorous internal selection process for each scholarship decision, and each applicant is reviewed in depth, and considered thoroughly.

Our scholarship program is simple. You are able to apply once for all foundation scholarships you may be eligible for. Once your application is submitted, you will be eligible for all those for which you meet the requirement.

Allendale Community Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Allendale Community Foundation and Allendale Charter Township as a way to support a graduate residing in Allendale Charter Township who wishes to pursue a post-secondary education.

Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more than 60 scholarship endowment funds created by local individuals, families, civic organizations, and corporations who want to provide a path to higher education for future generations. 

Each year, Cumberland Community Foundation announces more than $1,000,000 in college scholarships to students from southeastern North Carolina.

Brian Edkins Memorial Scholarship

Graduating senior from Cape Fear High School; South View High School (Cumberland County) or Scotland High School (Scotland County, NC).

Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more than 60 scholarship endowment funds created by local individuals, families, civic organizations, and corporations who want to provide a path to higher education for future generations. 

Each year, Cumberland Community Foundation announces more than $1,000,000 in college scholarships to students from southeastern North Carolina.

Paul & Frances Monroe Music Scholarship Award

Rising sophomore, junior, or senior; Graduated from a high school in Cumberland, Richmond, Robeson, or Scotland County.

Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi

The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi manages 314 donor-established funds and has disbursed over $48 million to support more than 1,000 charitable organizations and activities recommended by its donors, as well as charitable programs established by the foundation. Established in 2002 with a generous grant from the Maddox Foundation, the Community Foundation is an independent 501(c)3 charitable organization. The Foundation serves Bolivar, Coahoma, DeSoto, Leflore, Marshall, Panola, Quitman, Sunflower, Tallahatchie, Tate, Tunica and Yalobusha counties. 

The Reese and Joelle Norris Service through Music Scholarship

The Community Foundation, CoroRio, and MidSouth Music Institute is pleased to offer a $500 college scholarship: The Reese and Joelle Norris Service through Music Scholarship. We are grateful to Reese and Joelle Norris for more than ten years of service to CoroRio and the MidSouth Music Institute. Together, they have nearly 50 years of teaching thousands of all ages throughout the MidSouth and across the country.

Starting in the Spring of 2024, the scholarship will be awarded each year to a student who is currently involved in CoroRio, plans to pursue a career related to music, and has demonstrated a passion for serving others through music, like Reese and Joelle. 

The Gospel Fest Music Arts Scholarship, established by Vicki Hill of WTLZ-FM, aims to support Saginaw County students pursuing degrees in Musical Arts. This initiative is part of a larger effort by the Saginaw Community Foundation to enhance local education through scholarships and grants. The annual Gospel Fest, attracting up to 2,000 attendees, serves as a vibrant community event promoting peace and cultural unity through music, showcasing both local and national talent.

The Alvin H. Johnson AMS 50 Fellowship supports PhD candidates in music scholarship during their final dissertation year. Awarded based on academic merit, it offers a $25,000 stipend for full-time study, with no tuition coverage. Applicants must be registered doctoral students in good standing at North American universities, having completed all requirements except the dissertation. The fellowship emphasizes timely completion, discouraging extensive employment during the term, and is non-renewable.

The Louis J. (Mattioli) Matt Music Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, supports graduating seniors from public high schools in New Britain, Newington, or Plainville. Eligible students must pursue a bachelor's degree in music education or performance, demonstrate outstanding musical talent, and rank in the top 25% of their class. Financial need is also a key consideration, encouraging talented young musicians to further their education and hone their skills.

The Dollie Lane Harp Memorial Scholarship Fund for Classical Music, established by Ruth Harp Gibson, honors her mother’s legacy through music. This scholarship is available for students majoring in classical music at accredited U.S. universities or conservatories. Eligible candidates include graduating seniors from specific Texas high schools who have participated in music during their studies. Awards range from $500 to over $5,000, with payments made directly to educational institutions.

The Ruth Hatcher and Joe Williamson Music Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Abilene, provides financial support for McMurry junior or senior students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Music or a Bachelor of Music Education. This scholarship, honoring the legacy of Ruth Williamson's parents, is part of a broader initiative that supports various students with awards ranging from $500 to over $5,000, ensuring accessibility to music education.