Fundraising and Grants

A group of fundraisers stood behind an outdoor xylophone in a new inclusive playground

Grants

Playground grants are one of the options available to help you finance your project and serve as a great starting point. Grants are funds that do not need to be repaid and are offered by corporations, non-profits, and foundations for specific types of projects. They can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars or pounds, helping you get closer to your funding goals.

Many resources are available to help you find the perfect grant for your school, community, church, or organization. Below are a few options to get you started. While we cannot provide a comprehensive list of grant sources for every country, state, or region, we recommend checking within your local area for state or private organizations that specialize in funding sources.

5 female staff from the children's healing center standing behind the new outdoor drums ready to be installed

Fundraising

If you’re ready to fundraise for your new musical garden or music park but aren’t sure what to do next, fundraising events are a popular and time-tested way for organizations, places of worship, and various groups to raise money. Here are some helpful websites that offer charity fundraising ideas, tips, and guidance to get you started:

The Directory for Social Change has a fantastic website with resources on both where to find funding and how to approach fundraising.
This article from SALSA features 15 Innovative and Effective Fundraising ideas for Nonprofits.
For no-nonsense fundraising advice for individuals, organizations, and charities, check out Better Fundraising Ideas, which is filled with innovative concepts for successful fundraisers.

We are always on the lookout for new ideas. If you know of any great fundraising initiatives or have accessed grants that aren’t listed here, we would love to hear from you and share your insights on these pages.