The live webinar, recorded on March 5, explored The NAMM Foundation’s 2026 Global Grantmaking cycle. The informative session covered:
- Grantmaking priorities
- Guidelines & Eligibility
- Timeline
- Application Process
Global Grantmaking Tracks
Our Grantmaking invests in charitable organizations worldwide that significantly impact music career mobility and the creation of more music makers across all ages, especially for those historically underrepresented in the music industry. We offer 3 grant tracks:
Music Program Grants: Grants are available to charitable organizations and international equivalents with programs that advance participatory music-making and enhance career mobility for music creators in the US and abroad. Apply here.
General Operating Grants for Music Organizations: Grants available for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations whose missions align with our giving priorities and who demonstrate strong management practices and high programmatic standards. Apply here.
Music Research Grants: Grants are available for organizations with a proven research track record aimed at improving music education practices and increasing public and private resources for music education and workforce development. Application period opens on April 1.