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Country Music Association Inc

Nashville, Tennessee  ·  EIN 620606066  ·  Private foundation

Country Music Association Inc is a Tennessee-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $595K in annual giving against $94.3M in assets. This page documents the 39 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Country Music Association Inc — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$595K
Annual giving (FY2021)
$94.3M
Total assets
39
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Country Music Association Inc funds

Country Music Association Inc's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, education, health care, mental health.

Arts & CultureArts EducationEducationHealth CareMental Health

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Country Music Association Inc, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
The Cma Foundation
SUPPORTING MUSIC EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Nashville, TN$3.8M2023
The Cma Foundation
SUPPORTING MUSIC EDUCATIONAL, MENTAL HEALTH, AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Nashville, TN$3.1M2025
The Cma Foundation
SUPPORTING MUSIC EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Nashville, TN$2.8M2024
The Cma Foundation
SUPPORTING MUSIC EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Nashville, TN$2.7M2020
The Cma Foundation - Music Cares Donation
MUSIC CARES DONATION
Nashville, TN$1.0M2020
The Cma Foundation
SUPPORTING MUSIC EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Nashville, TN$520K2021
Country Music Foundation Inc
HOF MEDALLION CEREMONY DONATION
Nashville, TN$260K2023
Tn State Arts Initiative
GENERAL PURPOSES
Nashville, TN$250K2020
The Cma Foundation - Time Life Donation
TIME LIFE DONATION
Nashville, TN$167K2020
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
MEDALLION CEREMONY 2018
Nashville, TN$130K2020
Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum
HALL OF FAME MEDALLION CEREMONY DONATION
Nashville, TN$130K2025
Country Music Foundation Inc
HOF MEDALLION CEREMONY DONATION
Nashville, TN$130K2024
Music Health Alliance
PROVIDING INSURANCE AND HEALTHCARE TO MUSICIANS AND PEOPLE WITHIN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY
Nashville, TN$100K2020
The Cma Foundation - Nashville Tornado Relief
TORNADO RELIEF
Nashville, TN$100K2020
Country Radio Broadcasters
CRS SPONSORSHIP
Nashville, TN$50K2025

Country Music Association Inc giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$4.6M
2021$595K
2023$4.2M
2024$3.1M
2025$3.4M

How to apply for funding from Country Music Association Inc

Country Music Association Inc's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at cmaworld.com.

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Frequently asked questions about Country Music Association Inc

Does Country Music Association Inc accept grant applications?
Country Music Association Inc's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Country Music Association Inc fund?
Country Music Association Inc's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include The Cma Foundation, The Cma Foundation, The Cma Foundation. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Country Music Association Inc give in grants?
Country Music Association Inc reported $595K in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $15.8M over 39 grants.
Where is Country Music Association Inc located?
Country Music Association Inc is based in Nashville, Tennessee. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 620606066.
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About this profile. This page is built from Country Music Association Inc's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Country Music Association Inc. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.