TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL
AI Summary
The Tucson Desert Song Festival is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to supporting artistic initiatives, having paid a total of $135.8K in grants to 10 grantees in 2025. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the festival can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO EDUCATE ABOUT CLASSICAL VOCAL LITERATURE THROUGH AN ANNUAL SONG FESTIVAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
Cause Areas
1
Performing arts
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ARIZONA OPERA COMPANY
PHOENIX, AZ
$180.3K
27%
Tucson Symphony Society
Tucson, AZ
$111K
17%
TRUE CONCORD VOICES AND ORCHESTRA INC
Tucson, AZ
$80.5K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$6.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL?
No. TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL give?
TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,250. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL make each year?
In 2025, TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $136 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL fund recently?
In 2025, TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include ARIZONA OPERA COMPANY, Tucson Symphony Society, and TRUE CONCORD VOICES AND ORCHESTRA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL?
TUCSON DESERT SONG FESTIVAL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.