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Scholarships and Grants

WSMTA Grants and Scholarships

WSMTA has several grants available for students and teachers, including 
For Students: https://wsmta.org/programs-for-students/scholarships/
For Teachers: https://wsmta.org/teacher-programs/study-grants-enrichments/

Nancy Heyer Study Grant

The Nancy Heyer Study Grant is open to new or existing students, 18 years or younger, who study any instrument with a current WSMTA Bellingham Chapter member. Applicants will be considered based on financial need and a statement of musical commitment. They must also be accepted into the studio of a WSMTA teacher member before applying.

The grant may be used to offset the cost of music lessons OR other expenses associated with lessons including scores, tunings, instrument repair, and MTNA or WSMTA event fees (such as Music Artistry Program, Music Literacy Program/Music Olympics, Masterclasses, and the Sonata/Sonatina Festival).  Grants ​of ​up to $1200* may be awarded within one year and may be approved for additional years at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee.  Students seeking grant renewal after one year must submit another application to the committee for consideration.

Please review these additional assistance programs available through the Washington State Music Teachers Association:

Student Grants - Washington State Music Teachers Association

*Monthly tuition grants will be paid directly to the teacher at the conclusion of each month.  One time grants for events, tunings, etc. will be reimbursed directly to students within 30 days. Payments are contingent on the Bellingham Chapter Board approval.

Student Application
Teacher Application
Monthly Verification Form

Teacher Enrichment Fund Grants

The Teacher Enrichment Fund exists to support our members in the participation of BMTA, WSMTA and MTNA activities. The fund may be used to cover the costs of the BMTA chapter fee, workshops, conferences, certification, and other learning opportunities.
Application Form
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  • Home
  • About
    • Music Artistry Program
    • Music Literacy Program
    • Committees
    • Membership Information
  • Member Resources
    • Join Our Chapter
    • Constitution and Bylaws
    • Meeting Minutes
    • Teacher Portal
    • Scholarships and Grants
    • Forms
    • Teacher Resources
  • Our Teachers
  • Events
    • Calendar
    • MAP Chapter Fee
  • Contact Us
  • Donate
    • Chapter Recital Raffle
    • Advertising Payment