The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation

Thank you for your interest in applying for an instrument grant from The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation. 

Instrument grant applications are by invitation only. To be considered for an invitation, a Pre-Qualification form must first be completed by the school's music teacher(s). We kindly ask that all music teachers at the school collaborate on the form. Submitting the Pre-Qualification form does not guarantee an invitation. 

Please note that the Foundation's grants consist of musical instruments only, cash grants are not provided. Additionally, only student model instruments are provided and the brand is at the discretion of the Foundation. 

Applying schools must meet the following guidelines:

1. School Type: The school must be a public school (including public charter schools) located in the United States, Washington, D.C., or a U.S. Territory.

2. Student Demographics: At least 65% of the student population must be economically disadvantaged.

3. Music Program: The school must have an established instrumental, choral, or general music program that is part of the regular school day.

Note: All types of instrumental programs qualify, including but not limited to band, strings, mariachi, guitar labs, keyboard labs, jazz band, and modern band.

4. Music Teacher: The school must employ a dedicated music teacher (instrumental, choral, or general music) who has taught at the applying school for at least two consecutive years.

5. Instruments and Equipment: The school must have an existing inventory of musical instruments and/or appropriate music equipment.

6. Music Classroom: The school must have a designated music classroom with secure storage for instruments and/or equipment.

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If you have any questions, please contact Program Associate Cecilia Garcia at applications@mhopus.org or (818)762-4328.