Project Support Program
The Project Support Program from the Aaron Copland Fund for Music supports projects that advance contemporary American concert music and jazz through performances, recordings, and related initiatives.
Funder: Aaron Copland Fund for Music
Due Dates: July 24, 2026 (Account request deadline) | July 30, 2026 (Preliminary Round application) | November 12, 2026 (Main Round application)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $2,000–$20,000; larger grants possible for exceptional projects.
Summary: Supports organizations undertaking projects that advance contemporary American concert music and jazz, including live performance, recordings, and related initiatives.
Key Information: Two-stage application: only invited applicants may submit full proposals.
Description
The Project Support Program from the Aaron Copland Fund for Music funds discrete, high-impact projects that promote contemporary American concert music and jazz. This program is open to performing ensembles, presenters, music service organizations, and record companies, and supports a variety of activities such as live performances, recordings, residencies, professional development, radio or podcast programs, journalism, and archival projects. The goal is to foster greater public engagement with works by American composers created within the last 40 years.
