ASCAP FOUNDATION
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The ASCAP Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives in the music community. With a total of $129K in grants paid to 13 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the ASCAP Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The ASCAP Foundation is dedicated to supporting American music creators and encouraging their development through music education and talent development programs including songwriting workshops, scholarships, awards, community outreach and grants to other 501(c)(3) organizations for music education.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Music
Performing arts
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NEW ORLEANS ARTS & CULTURAL HOST COMMITTEE
$90K
16%
JAZZMOBILE INC
$75K
14%

WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
$50.9K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$9K
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 ASCAP FOUNDATION?
No. ASCAP FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ASCAP FOUNDATION give?
ASCAP FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and Louisiana. 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 ASCAP FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ASCAP FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ASCAP FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, ASCAP FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $129 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ASCAP FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, ASCAP FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include NEW ORLEANS ARTS & CULTURAL HOST COMMITTEE, JAZZMOBILE INC, and WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ASCAP FOUNDATION?
ASCAP FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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