While state and local funds make up most public education funding, federal funds and other special funding sources like your state or local arts commissions can also support your music and arts programs. Here are some resources where you can learn more about these opportunities.
Federal Funding Sources that can support music and arts education
Title IV-A of the Every Student Success Act – Toolkit from the National Association for Music Education
Title I – Allowable uses for music and arts education – from the National Association for Music Education
Interesting State Arts Education Funding Sources
Want to look at states that provide direct funding specifically for music and arts education?
New Mexico Fine Arts Education Act
State Arts Councils/Commissions
Often a place for supplemental support of your music program are matching funds from your state arts agency or council. To learn more, connect with your state arts agency: https://nasaa-arts.org/state-arts-agencies/saa-directory/