NAMM Foundation Funding Guidelines

The NAMM Foundation supports the following grants and scholarships initiatives. Carefully review guidelines to determine eligibility and application deadlines.

Applicants may only apply to one program. We are only accepting applications via an online process, with no exceptions.

2010 Program Grant Frequently Asked Questions

The NAMM Foundation is not able to provide pre-application or post-application consultations or review. Please refer to the application guidelines and "Frequently Asked Questions" document for inquiries. The guidelines outline the Program's competitive grant application process.

William R. Gard Scholarship

The William R. Gard Memorial Scholarship was established by NAMM in an effort to encourage individuals to pursue education and careers in the music products industry. Named for a former NAMM executive vice president, the Gard Scholarship is available to employees of NAMM Member firms. Online applications must be received no later than March 31, 2010. Click here to begin the application.

Award Notification: May 2010

Review Guidelines (PDF)


NAMM Foundation Program Grants-CLOSED

The opportunity to submit a Letter of Inquiry to the NAMM Foundation regarding the current Program Grant Initiative has closed. The next opportunity to apply for a NAMM Foundation Program will be announced after May, 2010.

Description: Advancing access to music education and music making for people of all ages.

Award Notification: May 2010.

Review Guidelines (PDF)


Music Products Industry Tuition Scholarships-CLOSED

The opportunity to apply for a Music Products Industry Tuition Scholarship has closed.

Description: Supporting college tuition assistance awards for students seeking education for careers in the music products industry.

Award notification: December 1, 2009.

Review Guidelines (PDF)


NAMM President's Innovation Award-CLOSED

The opportunity to apply for a NAMM President's Innovation Award has closed.

Description: Supporting college-level student awards for attendance and participation at the 2010 NAMM Show, the music products industry's largest North American trade show.

Award Notification: November 1, 2009.

Review Guidelines (PDF)


NAMM Foundation Announces Request for Grant Proposals Focused on Creating More Music Makers

RESOURCES

The Grammy Foundation
Guitar Center Music Foundation
Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation
The Mockingbird Foundation, Inc
The Presser Foundation
Reading, Writing, and Rhythm
VH1 Save the Music Foundation