Project Grant recipients announced for 2026

Project Grant recipients announced for 2026

The IBMA Foundation recently awarded $20,000 in project grants to 11 bluegrass programs in eight states plus Canada. The Bill Breen Bluegrass Youth Education Fund will support one-third of the amount awarded for project grants in 2026.  “An impressive list of...
Donor Spotlight: Pete Wernick

Donor Spotlight: Pete Wernick

IBMA Foundation supporter Pete Wernick, of Niwot, Colorado, is known for his role (and rolls on the banjo) in the legendary band, Hot Rize. A long-time fan favorite with songs that have become standards in the genre, Hot Rize was inducted into IBMA’s Bluegrass Hall of...
Happy bluegrass new year from the IBMA Foundation!

Happy bluegrass new year from the IBMA Foundation!

Happy New Year to friends of the IBMA Foundation across the country and around the world! We couldn’t be happier to be kicking off 2026 with you. Our shared passion for bluegrass music and the positive effect it has on our lives inspire us to work even harder together...