BCME Opportunity Award
$5,000 financial support awards for school districts recognized as Best Communities for Music Education that demonstrate high financial need.
Key facts
- Funder
- NAMM Foundation
- Status
- Active
- Next deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Amount
- $5,000
- Who can apply
- Districts, Schools
- Where
- United States (national)
- Topics
- Arts, Classroom resources
- Official page
- https://www.nammfoundation.org/WHAT-WE-DO/BCME
- Apply
- https://www.nammfoundation.org/WHAT-WE-DO/BCME
- Last verified
- October 16, 2026
About this funding
The Opportunity Award provides direct support to help strengthen and sustain music education programs in communities in need. Recipients are selected from the pool of Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) applicants. The award aims to ensure equitable access to music for all students.
How to apply
Apply for the Best Communities for Music Education designation; high-need districts are then eligible for the Opportunity Award selection.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for BCME Opportunity Award?
Districts, Schools
How much funding does BCME Opportunity Award offer?
$5,000
When is the BCME Opportunity Award deadline?
January 31, 2027
How do I apply for BCME Opportunity Award?
Apply for the Best Communities for Music Education designation; high-need districts are then eligible for the Opportunity Award selection.