Funding for USA Music-Related Non Profits to Develop Fundraising Content Available

Grants available for USA Non Profits to provide “seed funds,” of up to $5,000, to assist in the creation of application materials that can lead to larger funding from other organizations. Program Development Grants support Pillar One of the MTNA mission: “Engage the Public,” by supporting programs/activities designed to “increase the number of all people making and teaching music.”

The application deadline is May 1st, 2024.

Grant Eligibility:

• Any music-related nonprofit may apply.
• Proposed project must occur during the grant year (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025).
• Funds are to be used for the development of promotional materials (for example, website, marketing videos, brochures), grant proposals or other materials/documents required to make a compelling case for larger funding from other organizations.This grant is not intended to provide operating funds for a program.
• Only one application per organization should be submitted.
• Final reports for any previous MTNA grants have been submitted.
• The ideal applicant organization has an existing program that:
  • Has a history of success in creating new music makers
  • Reaches adult learners as well as young people
  • Is not solely “achievement-based” (that is, designed to encourage life-long music participation rather than high-level performance)
  • Can be reproduced in other places with other leadership
  • Is capable of attracting greater funding from larger organizations

For more information, or to apply, click here.