Classics for Kids Foundation: Applications from K-12 music programs

Opened: November 2, 2024.

Deadline: December 31, 2024

The Classics for Kids Foundation aims to empower young people to shape positive futures through music, build sustainable stringed instrument music programs, and provide grants for high-quality instruments.

The foundation invites applications for its matching grant program, which will award grants to schools or nonprofit organizations in support of incorporating string instruments in K-12 music education programs. All instruments in the string family are supported (including guitars and ukuleles). 

Applicants must have nonprofit status and be based in the United States.

Community Support:
Through our grants to strings programs, we also strengthen community support for music education. Our matching grants inspire local philanthropy and deeper, long-lasting connections with that local support. 

Creators Speak:
We have awarded grants to many people who have created successful music programs for young people. In these interviews, we ask them how they started their programs, what were the challenges, what were the lessons learned, and finally, what successes were achieved.

Who Can Apply?
If your school or non-profit organization believes in the role of fine instruments in your program, and can show evidence of need and commitment to raising matching funds, you are a strong candidate for the Classics for Kids matching grant program. 

Applications accepted quarterly with Deadlines of: June 30, September 30, December 31 and March 31.

For complete program guidelines / instructions, see the Classics for Kids Foundation.

If you have questions about our instrument grant program, please contact CFKF Executive/ Artistic Director Michael Reynolds at info@classicsforkids.org or 508-740-8331. We look forward to hearing from you!