[Berrien Community Foundation](https://www.berriencommunity.org)

January 2027

Up to $3,000 per grant; typically one-year project support.

Supports music education and performance projects for schools and nonprofits in Berrien County, Michigan.

Only 501(c)(3) nonprofits and schools in Berrien County, MI are eligible.

--- ## Description The Monday Musical Club grant, administered through the Berrien Community Foundation, provides funding to support music instruction, programs, performances, and other projects that engage and educate people of all ages in Berrien County, Michigan. The grant aims to advance music education, promote creativity, and foster the performing arts by supporting specific projects or events—especially those that increase access to music education, enhance experiences for young musicians, or promote music appreciation and literacy in the community. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline (anticipated): January 2027 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants are available for amounts up to $3,000. - Funding is typically for one-time or one-year projects. - Applicants are encouraged to indicate if a smaller grant would still be helpful. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - Schools or IRS-designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. - Located in Berrien County, Michigan. - Projects must support music instruction, programs, performances, or other music education/outreach purposes. - Special consideration is given to: - Projects increasing access to music education. - Initiatives enhancing experiences for young musicians. - Efforts promoting music appreciation and literacy. - General fundraising activities, including matching grants, are not eligible. - Grant recipients are expected to: - Provide a follow-up report and, if possible, a musical performance at a Monday Musical Club meeting. - List the Monday Musical Club as a sponsor in program materials. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [online application form](https://mondaymusicalclubmi.org/music-grant-application/) or download the [application PDF](https://www.berriencommunity.org/sites/berriencommunity/files/2026%20Grant%20Application.docx). - Submit a detailed project summary, organizational background, project description, timeline, evaluation plan, and proposed budget. - Attach proof of 501(c)(3) status (IRS determination letter) if applicable. - Indicate whether a partial award would be acceptable. - Submit all materials by the anticipated deadline. --- ## Additional Information - Grant recipients must present a follow-up report at a Monday Musical Club meeting, with a musical performance encouraged. - The program strongly emphasizes measurable impact, community benefit, and music literacy. --- ## External Links - [Grant Program Page](https://mondaymusicalclubmi.org/music-grant/) - [Online Application Form](https://mondaymusicalclubmi.org/music-grant-application/) - [Download Application (DOCX)](https://www.berriencommunity.org/sites/berriencommunity/files/2026%20Grant%20Application.docx) - [Monday Musical Club Information](https://www.berriencommunity.org/mondaymusicalclub) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | General inquiries | [Contact Form](https://mondaymusicalclubmi.org/contact-monday-musical-club/) | | Grant program (foundation)| [Berrien Community Foundation Contact Page](https://www.berriencommunity.org/contact-us) | | Phone (foundation) | 269-983-3304 |

Monday Musical Club

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