Deadline: 30-Jun-25
Are you seeking to spark joy, amplify community pride, and expand economic opportunity in your town or city through the power of free, live music? If yes, then apply now for the Levitt AMP Music Series Grant Program.
These multi-year matching grants will activate underused public spaces, ensure access to the arts and strengthen the social fabric of communities through creative placemaking, bringing people together of all ages and backgrounds through free, outdoor concert series.
Funding Information
- Three-year matching grant of up to $40K/year (up to $120K total).
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in the same town, city, or county of the proposed music series.
- The proposed music series must be free to the public.
- The proposed public space where the free concerts would be presented must be outdoors, easily accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeconomic circumstances, and have a lawn-like setting with no fixed seating.
- The proposed public space is underused and activation of the space would create dynamic social and economic impact.
- A programming philosophy that is inclusive of all members of the community, is familyfriendly, and represents a diverse range of music genres.
- A proven track record of presenting quality concerts or community events or partnering with an individual or organization that has done so.
- On an annual basis, applicant must meet the matching funds requirement.
- The proposed public space cannot be located in the same town or city as an existing Levitt Music Series (not applicable to Chicago or Los Angeles).
- If an existing Levitt Music Series is located in an applicant’s state or region, the proposed public space must be located a minimum of 50 miles or more from an existing Levitt Music Series (not applicable to Chicago or Los Angeles).
For more information, visit Levitt Foundation.