Lamond GenNext Award
The Lamond GenNext Award supports students enrolled in two- or four-year college, university, or technical programs and are preparing for a career in the music, sound, and entertainment technology industry.
About the Award
- Supports individuals enrolled in two-or-four-year college and university programs and are preparing for a career in the music, sound, and event technology industry
- $750 stipend to help offset expenses to travel to The NAMM Show
- Complimentary badge to attend The NAMM Show
- Award recipients participate in professional development sessions, networking, and special events, and have access to the tradeshow floor to explore music products, pro audio, and live event technology exhibits
Timeline
Application Opens: April 15
Submission Deadline: Sept. 9
Award Notifications: Oct. 14
Eligibility
- Must be enrolled for the Summer 2024 or Fall 2024-2025 semester at a two-or four-year college or music (education, performance, business), sound or event technology program
- Must be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
- Have an overall 3.0 or higher GPA
- This is a one-time award. Past award winners are not eligible to reapply
Application Requirements
- Resume
- Spring or Fall 2024 transcript
- Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a faculty advisor)
- Short essay or video (500 words or a 3-minute video) outlining how your background and studies in music have impacted your life, what your music career goals are, and how attending The 2025 NAMM Show will advance your goals
- College FAFSA Identification Number (if applicable). Visit the website here if you need to access the number
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact The NAMM Foundation at least 24 hours in advance of the application deadline at info@nammfoundation.org.
Read about our 2025 Lamond GenNext Awardees