MICROGRANTS
Filling in the gaps for creator development.
What are We Are Moving The Needle’s MicroGrants?
We Are Moving The Needle’s MicroGrants series is specifically designed to be a flexible fund for rising seniors and recent college graduates that supports smooth transitions into the workforce. Grants will range from $500 to $1,000 to provide immediate assistance that can turn the impossible into the possible.
Who is eligible to receive a We Are Moving The Needle MicroGrant?
Scholarships will be awarded in alignment with We Are Moving The Needle’s mission to empower women, trans, and non-binary creators in the music industry with a demonstrated commitment to production and engineering.
All applicants must be a rising senior, recent graduate (≤1 year) of a college or university, or early-career professional of equivalent experience.
Must be enrolled in an audio engineering, sound technology, audio production or similar program OR have clearly demonstrated commitment to a career in audio production or engineering.
Applicants must be over the age of 18 to receive a MicroGrant.
To be eligible, you must be a U.S. citizen or have permanent U.S. residency status.
Are these grants subject to income taxes?
Yes. Due to the nature of these MicroGrants, awardees granted over $600.00 will receive a 1099 income form by the end of the tax year.
What do We Are Moving The Needle’s MicroGrants support?
Ranging from $500 to $1,000, these MicroGrants are here to “close the gap” on career development needs. Possible uses include (but are not limited to):
Purchase of studio gear or software for completion of a project or build-out of new home studio;
Gap support of travel expenses or cost-of-living for an unpaid internship;
Studio rental time;
Attendance fees or travel expenses for a professional development workshop or educational opportunity (must be outside of We Are Moving The Needle’s existing scholarship offerings).
Other tangible projects related to audio production and engineering career development.
Applicants will be asked to provide a clear explanation of the need for grant funds and how this will advance your career in audio. Successful applicants will have a clearly defined set of goals which this funding can tangibly “close the gap” to help make possible.
In general, the following items are not considered eligible for MicroGrants funding:
General rent or living expenses;
Supplementary income for a paid internship or job;
Marketing and promotion related to EP completion or artist projects.
Catering, sponsorship, or costs associated with hosting of an event;
Tuition, fees, or associated expenses for completing undergraduate or graduate degrees or other educational programs supported by We Are Moving The Needle’s Scholarship Program.
Student loan payments or other loan repayment.
