Youth Cultural Heritage Grants for Alaska Nonprofits
Alaska nonprofits, schools, tribal entities, and government units offering arts-based cultural heritage programs for children and youth in Alaska can receive up to US $3,000 for artist fees, supplies, travel, food, and space costs. Alaska State Council on the Arts funding may also support youth music and traditional Native arts activities through eligible cultural heritage projects.
Alaska State Council on the Arts
Costco Foundation Youth Services Grants in Alaska
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary program support. Costco Foundation supports youth services and child-focused health and education programs in communities where it operates; Alaska music nonprofits with qualifying programs for children or education may fit these priorities.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Grants for Alaska Innovation
Alaska nonprofit organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek funding to develop or expand their work. Focused on new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues, Creag Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations of at least one year, including those with music-related community or social service initiatives, to submit a letter of inquiry for invitation-only grants.
Creag Foundation
Youth Welfare Funding for Nonprofits from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children’s health, education, development, or welfare can apply for Dan Paul Foundation grants of up to US $15,000. Focus areas include early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, refugee enrichment, and environmental education. Alaska music nonprofits with youth-focused programs may be eligible if their projects align with these priorities.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Social Impact Grants in Alaska
Alaska nonprofits and impact-driven startups addressing social or environmental challenges can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for early-stage, scalable solutions serving underserved communities. Eligible organizations are independent entities, typically 2–10 years old, with post-pilot models, measurable impact, and plans to reach at least 10,000 people; awards are up to US $300,000.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing chronic poverty and economic hardship can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general operating support, including work reaching Alaska. With a mission to help people build healthy, productive lives, William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes scalable, proven efforts like affordable housing, food access, job training, reentry, and youth development, which may include music-based youth programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Humanitarian Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian services to marginalized communities in Alaska and worldwide can seek support for programs such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and social services. With a mission to empower vulnerable populations, Semnani Family Foundation partners with on-the-ground organizations across multiple countries, including the U.S., to maximize impact.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Alaska Nonprofits
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations conducting charitable, scientific, medical, educational, or related programs in Alaska can apply for the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant to support work carried out within the U.S. This flexible funding may benefit Alaska nonprofits whose music or arts initiatives fit within these broader charitable purposes.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Capital Project Funding from Rasmuson Foundation
Alaska-based nonprofits, Tribes, and local or state government entities seeking small capital or one-time investments can apply for Rasmuson Foundation’s Tier 1 Grants, offering up to US $35,000. Grants from Rasmuson Foundation help Alaska music and arts organizations fund equipment, renovations, technology, vehicles, furnishings, and other tangible project needs with year-round, rolling review.
Rasmuson Foundation
Alaska State Council Support for Performing Arts
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Alaska nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, government units, tribal entities, and schools in Alaska can receive funding for performing arts presenting and touring projects, including music, theater, dance, opera, and media arts. Alaska State Council on the Arts grants also support projects reaching underserved audiences and professional development for performing arts staff, which may benefit music-focused organizations.
Alaska State Council on the Arts
Alaska State Council Arts Grants in Alaska
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Alaska nonprofits, schools, local governments, and tribal entities offering short-term arts workshops in Alaska can receive US $500 - US $1,500 to pay instructor fees and travel. Alaska State Council on the Arts funds visual, performing, media, literary, traditional, and music-related workshops that are open to the public and primarily serve adults.
Alaska State Council on the Arts
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Alaska Arts
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska seeking support for arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism programs can apply for the Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants of up to US $10,000, including general operating support. Music-focused nonprofits may be eligible when their work aligns with these priorities, though the trust primarily favors Downstate New York and South Florida.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Arts and Culture Grants
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support arts and culture, education, children, animals, environment, and humanitarian work. Alaska organizations with music or cultural programming may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s mission and financial criteria.
Hansen Family Foundation
Alaska Storytelling Funding via Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations can receive support to create storytelling projects that highlight their impact in preservation, education, or wellness, including in Alaska. With a mission to partner locally, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides communications-focused funding that may benefit Alaska music and arts nonprofits whose work fits one of its three program pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Charlotte Y Martin Foundation Support for Youth Arts
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
BIPOC-led youth nonprofits in Alaska offering athletics, culture, or education programs for ages 6–18 can seek general operating or program support that includes music and arts activities. With a mission to expand opportunities for youth, Charlotte Y Martin Foundation prioritizes rural organizations and initiatives that advance racial equity and diverse cultural expression.
Charlotte Y Martin Foundation
Family Caregiver Alliance Support for Dementia Care
Applications due Oct 21, 2026
Grants from Family Caregiver Alliance help Alaska nonprofits, government agencies, and universities recognize innovative programs serving family and informal caregivers of adults with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. U.S.-based organizations, including those using music or creative arts, can receive US $20,000 awards for existing projects in creative expression, increasing access and reducing stigma, or public policy advocacy.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Community Grants in Alaska
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Alaska nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support their charitable programs. Music-focused nonprofits whose work intersects with community or environmental initiatives may be eligible to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Alaska Youth and Basic Needs Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near Alaska TJX locations that provide basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants. Eligible groups must be within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office and may include programs where music supports at-risk youth or vulnerable families.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Environment Grants in Alaska
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Alaska seeking support for environmental or human services work can apply for unrestricted program or operating funding. The Lawrence Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants with no geographic restrictions, which may benefit Alaska organizations whose missions include music alongside these broader priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Alaska State Council Support for Youth Arts
Applications due Nov 15, 2026
Alaska nonprofits, schools, tribal entities, and community groups offering arts-based cultural heritage programs for children and youth in Alaska can receive up to US $10,000 for project costs. With a mission to strengthen cultural heritage, Alaska State Council on the Arts provides funding for artist fees, supplies, travel, space, and limited administrative expenses, which may include music-focused activities.
Alaska State Council on the Arts
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Grants from Ameriprise Financial help Alaska nonprofits addressing basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven causes expand services and impact. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must serve clients in the U.S., demonstrate measurable outcomes and financial stability, and may be especially competitive if they engage Ameriprise volunteers or operate in priority employee-center communities.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Alaska
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Alaska seeking support for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, environmental, or community programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. nonprofits, including those with music-related initiatives, fund one year of project-based work.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Operating Support Funding for Alaska Arts Nonprofits
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Alaska 501(c)(3) arts nonprofits and tribal entities running ongoing arts or music programs can apply for Alaska State Council on the Arts’ Operating Support Grant, with awards up to US $21,000 for core artistic and administrative costs. Funding can cover salaries, travel, promotion, and production across a program or most yearly activities.
Alaska State Council on the Arts
Municipality of Anchorage Community Art Grants
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Alaska 501(c)(3) arts nonprofits offering visual art, theater, dance, music, or poetry in Anchorage can apply for Municipality of Anchorage Mayor's Art Grants to fund collaborative public art projects. Funding supports murals, alleyway projects, façade improvements, and other beautification efforts on publicly accessible surfaces within the municipality.
Municipality of Anchorage
Municipality of Anchorage Support for Alaska Arts
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit arts and culture organizations in Anchorage with 501(c) status can apply for Municipality of Anchorage Mayor's Art Grants, awarding US $75,000 for projects with strong public engagement. Programs involving music, theater, dance, visual art, or poetry that beautify public spaces and enrich cultural heritage in Alaska may be eligible.
Municipality of Anchorage
Chick Fil A Foundation Support for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and families with education, housing, food security, or environmental programs in Alaska may be eligible for grants ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards support initiatives like youth leadership, academic enrichment, hunger relief, community services, and environmental stewardship, which could include music-related components within broader youth development efforts.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
First Peoples Fund Grants for Alaska Music
Applications due Jul 17, 2027
Native performing artists and Native-led performing arts organizations in Alaska can apply for First Peoples Fund’s Native Performing Arts Live Production Grant, offering US $30,000 for live productions. Eligible U.S.-based applicants 18+ presenting music, theater, dance, or other Native cultural performances with multiple Native artists may be especially interested.
First Peoples Fund