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Ideas for Preparing School Budgets for Your Music Department in Today's Climate

Budgeting & Fundraising

Learn how to access the new federal funding for K-12 schools and find tips for writing grants, hosting fundraisers, recruiting parent volunteers, starting booster groups, and more.

Grants & Government

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FAQ's on Federal Funding for Music Education


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Music Ed Mentor Bonus Podcast: Grants – How to Get What You Want


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Show Me (How to Get) the Money


Parents, Boosters & Fundraising

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Parents + Fundraising One-Sheet PDF


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6 Simple Steps for Starting Your Music Booster Organization


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Help Music Program Volunteers Say 'Sign Me Up'


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Data Collection and Music Program Fundraising


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How Parent Booster Groups Can Help Your Music Program


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Planning a Successful Parent Night


Teachers, Principals & Administrators

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Ideas for Preparing Budgets for Your Music Department in Today's Climate


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Music Program Fundraising Tips


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