Save The Music Foundation
Save The Music Foundation (EIN 13-6089816) is a national nonprofit that restores and supports music education in public schools by providing instruments, music technology, teacher support, and advocacy. The site includes program descriptions, impact/map, financials, news, and ways to donate or partner.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A public school district or nonprofit operating district‑scale music education programs with capacity to receive and deploy instruments/technology and to document student impact.
Good Fit
- • District-level or multi-school music program readiness to manage instrument or technology grants
- • Ability to document student outcomes and program reach
- • Capacity for logistics and stewardship of in-kind or restricted grants
- • Willingness to partner on teacher support and advocacy components
Geography
Observed grants in 2024 went to recipients in 17 states; the foundation is NY‑based but about 90% of dollars were paid to out‑of‑state recipients, showing a national, multi‑state footprint.
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the funder supported 63 distinct recipients, a mix of large public school districts and other organizations, with 30 returning grantees alongside 33 new grantees, indicating a broad and diverse recipient set.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of entry is strong: in 2024 roughly 52% of recipients were newly funded (33 new grantees), suggesting unfamiliar applicants can gain support; however, no formal online application instructions were found, so applicants should use the listed program contacts or contact page.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
