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IBMA Foundation 2022-2023 Year End Report

We’ve had a strong year at the IBMA Foundation. More than 900 supporters shared in our work, with contributions totaling over $100,000.  We distributed more than $90,000 in grants, scholarships, and programs. Since the beginning of the IBMA Foundation (formerly the Foundation for Bluegrass Music) in 2008, over $375,000 has been awarded! We are more grateful than ever for those who choose to help us build a brighter future for bluegrass.

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Demystifying grant writing webinar November 14

Demystifying grant writing webinar November 14

We hope to see you on Zoom for a free webinar hosted by the IBMA Foundation and IBMA's Leadership Bluegrass Alumni group on November 14, 2024, from noon - 1:30 p.m. Eastern time. The session is sponsored by the Eppes-Jefferson Foundation. Would you like to raise funds...

A “Thank you” letter to our supporters

A “Thank you” letter to our supporters

We’re nearing the season of Thanksgiving and the end of an exciting year for bluegrass music. More than 600 supporters shared in the work of the IBMA Foundation during the 2023-24 fiscal year, with contributions totaling over $160,000. We awarded more than $81,000 in...

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