The Copernicus Foundation Music Grant Program is designed to enhance and sustain musical opportunities for everyone in Portage County.
The program honors the legacy and passions of Edmund & Kathryn Bukolt and the Copernicus Cultural Foundation. This grant opportunity is intended to encourage the expansion of opportunities in the musical arts.
This cycle will begin accepting letters of intent on July 1, 2026.
Eligible Applications
We look for creative projects that:
- Provide a quality music activity or experience
- Elevate musical opportunities to students of all ages through instrument availability & upkeep and music-related technology
- Expose youth to music, especially to those who may not otherwise experience it
- Support local musicians
- Fill a specific music need
When appropriate, priority will be given towards opportunities impacting youth.
Administrative costs associated with the project’s success will be considered. The project or event must be conducted within a year of applying.
Ineligible Applications
Funding is not awarded for items the committee feels should be provided by the organization, including:
- Operational requests
- Administrative overhead costs
- Year after year funding for the same project
Application Process
The Community Foundation utilizes an online grant management system to accept applications and letters of intent electronically, review the applications, track the recipient’s progress, and accept final reports.
Deadline
Letter of Intent due July 31.
Applicants will be notified within three weeks if they will be invited to submit a full application by September 20.
Applicants will be notified by mid-October regarding the status of their request.
Grant Range
Up to $10,000.
Requirements
The Community Foundation requires recognition of its grants from the Copernicus Foundation Music Grant Program. The Community Foundation’s logo is available and should be used where appropriate.
Recipients are also required to document and submit photographs, which may be used in Community Foundation publications or marketing materials.
A final report is due within 60 days of project completion or by the end of the 12 months, whichever comes first. The final report may be shared publicly.
