FUNDING MUSICAL ARTS
The Presser Foundation, founded by Theodore Presser, and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, provides philanthropic support of music and serves a broad and diverse community of musicians, educators, and music lovers.
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FUNDING MUSICAL ARTS
The Presser Foundation, founded by Theodore Presser, provides philanthropic support of music and serves a broad and diverse community of musicians, educators, and music lovers.
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WHAT WE DO
GRANTMAKING OPPORTUNITIES
The Presser Foundation believes in strengthening people and organizations in a number of ways. Check out our Grantmaking areas to learn more.
Advancement of Music
Provides general operating support to music organizations in the Greater Philadelphia Area.
Application Deadline: November 15th Notification: March 1stLearn More »
Capital Support
Provides grants for construction of new facilities and the renovation of existing facilities for musical instruction and performance.
Application Deadline: February 1st Notification: May 1stLearn More »
Special Projects
Provides grants for pilot programs, first-time collaborations, and general operating support for newer organizations.
Application Deadline: September 15th Notification: November 1stLearn More »
Undergraduate Scholar Award
Provides financial awards to promising undergraduate students at participating higher education institutions.
Application Deadline: By Invitation Notification: February 1stLearn More »
Graduate Music Award
Provides project-based awards to promising graduate students at invited higher education institutions.
Provides support to retired music teachers with financial need.
Application Deadline: Ongoing Notification: RollingLearn More »
Our Founder
Born into a working-class family in Pittsburgh, Theodore Presser’s love for music drove him to build a career working in music education and publishing while also inspiring his philanthropy.
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NEWS
Learn about our grantees. Read their stories. Check out our thoughts on grantmaking. Share in our learning.
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Read Stories
Check out our most recent newsletter and blog posts.
Meet The Team
Learn more and connect with the Foundation’s staff and board.
Grantmaking Info
Want to learn more? Have questions? Check out our grantmaking areas.
Read Presser’s History
Discover who Theodore Presser was and his contributions to music and philanthropy.
Our Commitments
Learn more about the Foundation’s commitments and how we’re integrating our values into our daily work.
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