Project Support Program
This grant supports projects that advance public appreciation of contemporary American concert music and jazz through performances, recordings, and related activities.
Funder: Aaron Copland Fund for Music
Due Dates: July 24, 2026 (account request deadline) | July 30, 2026 (preliminary application deadline) | November 12, 2026 (main round, invited applicants only)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $2,000–$20,000; larger awards possible for exceptional projects.
Summary: Supports outstanding projects that advance public appreciation of contemporary American concert music and jazz through performances, recordings, and related activities.
Key Information: Application is a two-stage process; only invited applicants may submit to the main round.
Description
This program provides restricted grants to performing ensembles, presenters, music service organizations, and record companies for discrete, standalone projects that encourage and improve public knowledge and appreciation of contemporary American concert music and jazz. Supported activities may include live performances, recordings, live streams, dance/theater with live music, sound installations, professional development, artist residencies, radio/podcast programs, artist support initiatives, journalism/criticism, and library/archive programs. All supported music must be contemporary (composed within the last 40 years) and American (by U.S. citizens or long-term residents).
Projects are evaluated for artistic quality, creativity, feasibility, geographic reach, and audience engagement.
