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Massachusetts Crescendo Fund is sponsored by Klarman Family Foundation. Supports youth pursuing music by funding the purchase, rental, or repair of instruments, and technology and accessories for music education programs in Massachusetts.
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Massachusetts Crescendo Fund | The Klarman Family Foundation Massachusetts Crescendo Fund The Foundation believes that music is a powerful medium that enriches the lives of individuals.
Access to high quality, continuous music instruction from the introductory to the mastery level provides the opportunity for youth to develop the skills, discipline, and focus that will enrich their own lives and give them tools to be a positive force in the world around them.
A goal of the Foundation is that all youth in Massachusetts are able to pursue continuous and rigorous training in music to their highest level of interest and ability. The goal of the Massachusetts Crescendo Fund (formerly the Instrument Fund) is to support youth pursuing music by providing funding to support the purchase, rental or repair of instruments, and technology and accessories for music education programs.
The Fund may also provide support for one-time opportunities that expand access to music for youth and their communities.
What will be considered for support: Purchase, rental, repair and warranties for instruments Technology for music teaching, learning, and performing (e.g., iPads for composition, microphones, speakers) Accessories (e.g., risers, music stands, instrument storage equipment, instrument cases) One-time projects/events that support local music efforts and expand access to audiences and participants who may otherwise not have this opportunity To be eligible for consideration, applicants must: Be a nonprofit organization with a 501(c)3 tax-exempt status or utilize a non-profit fiscal sponsor, or a school with an established music program Engage youth (K-12th grade) living in Massachusetts What will be prioritized: Programs serving youth in Boston, Gateway Cities, and rural areas Programs not previously supported by the Foundation Programs that provide high quality sequential instrument instruction that allows for sustained involvement and continuous skill development To apply for a Massachusetts Crescendo Fund grant: The Foundation accepts online applications on a rolling basis and we will reach out to you shortly after submission.
Funding decisions will be based on available funds and alignment with the goals and priorities of the Fund. To begin or return to a Crescendo Fund application, please click the following link: https://klarman-portal. givingdata.
com/campaign/crescendofund For questions about the Crescendo Fund or the online proposal process, please contact us .
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or schools with established music programs, or nonprofits using a fiscal sponsor; must engage K-12 youth residing in Massachusetts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Massachusetts Crescendo Fund is funded by Klarman Family Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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