2026 Online: Application for Funding to Host an In-Person Session or Event
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Application Deadline: Rolling, 15 January, 12:00 p.m. EST – 16 March 2026,11:59 p.m. EDT
Overview
In 2026, the American Musicological Society (AMS) is providing funding for AMS chapters, study groups, and committees to organize and host in-person viewing sessions and specially organized events during the 2026 Online AMS Annual Meeting. The 2026 AMS Annual Meeting will be held online on Saturday and Sunday, 14–15 November 2026 and Thursday and Friday, 19–20 November 2026.
The goal of this funding is to encourage in-person gatherings of AMS members and constituents throughout the 2026 Annual Meeting and thereby maintain and strengthen the networks and interpersonal connections that might otherwise be disrupted by a fully online meeting. In-person events may include performances, panels, workshops, lectures, or other professional networking sessions, in addition to mixers or receptions organized around a featured session on the online program. The AMS is offering funding of up to $3,500 to AMS affiliates for the purpose of organizing such events. All AMS chapters, study groups, and committees are eligible to apply. Affiliates interested in partnering with another organization are encouraged to reach out to institutional members of the Society’s Coalition of Music Organizations (see this list of Coalition members).
For complete details of this funding opportunity and proposal requirements, review the official call for applications. Please note that you may be required to provide additional information if your proposal is approved.
Eligibility
To be considered, proposals must either be submitted by a duly elected or appointed leader of the relevant chapter, study group, or committee, or be received along with a letter from such a leader authorizing the proposal submission on behalf of that chapter, study group, or committee. If awarded, funds may be used to cover a range of expenses associated with the organization of in-person viewing sessions and special events, including catering, venue, speaker fees, videography and technical support, etc. Proposals in excess of $3,500 will not be considered. Funding is not guaranteed, and the AMS reserves the right to award less than the requested amount.
Notification of Decisions
Proposals will be considered on a rolling basis, beginning on 15 January 2026. Submit early to increase the chances of receiving funding. Applications will be accepted up until 16 March 2026, 11:59 p.m. EDT. Individual exceptions cannot be made to this deadline, so please plan accordingly. Decision notices will be sent out on a rolling basis.
Important Notes:
- Start your application early. You may save an incomplete form and continue later.
- You MUST click the "Submit" button at the end of the form to submit your application. Applications not submitted by the deadline cannot be considered.
- Upon submission of your application form you will receive an email confirmation. You may also view your application by signing into your Submittable account and clicking "My Submissions."
- If you have any questions about your application, please contact the AMS office at ams@amsmusicology.org. For technical questions about Submittable, please visit submittable.com/contact.
Application Deadline: Rolling, 15 January, 12:00 p.m. EST – 16 March 2026,11:59 p.m. EDT