Minnesota Music Teachers Association Foundation
Our Mission: The MMTA Foundation is committed to improving the quality of music education in Minnesota by supporting the educational and charitable objectives of MMTA.
How to Contribute
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Donation checks payable to “MMTA Foundation” may be mailed to:
MMTA Foundation
10800 Lyndale Ave. S., Ste. 120
Bloomington, MN 55420
About the MMTA Foundation
MMTAF offers Teacher, Local Association Grants, Travel Grants for Minnesota winners of MTNA division performance competitions, and Monetary Awards for students who have demonstrated superior achievement in MMTA educational exams. Additional achievement awards include the Young Artist Winner, Student Composition Winners and Student of the Year.
“The grant I received from the MMTA Foundation has been instrumental in helping me take lessons to prepare for my upcoming recitals. Studying and doing my art also helps me to be a better piano teacher. Thank you!”
– Kathryn Horntvedt, MMTA Teacher from Rochester, MN
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Looking for a way to honor your student(s) that participated in the 2025 Piano Contest? The MMTA Foundation is here to help with Bravo Ads! Parents, teachers and friends of Honors Concert participants are encouraged to congratulate your student with a Bravo Ad! Bravo Ads include a photo of the performer and a brief congratulatory message which will be compiled into a video slideshow and will be shown at the Honors Concert for family and friends to admire. To make an ad:
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Used Music Sale
Support the MMTA Foundation with your purchase of new and gently used music. The MMTA Foundation supports teachers and students through grants, awards and scholarships. Suggested purchase price is 50% of retail. The Used Music Sale takes place during the annual MMTA Convention. Donations are accepted at the convention during years that the Used Music Sale is happening. The sale will not be happening for the 2025 MMTA Convention. For more information, contact the MMTA Foundation at [email protected].
Student MMTA Exam Awards
A large portion of MMTA Foundation distributions fund the Studnet MMTA Exam Awards. Monetary awards are given to the highest-scoring students after each academic year.
MMTA Foundation State Fellow Award
The Minnesota Music Teachers Association Foundation State Fellow Award recognizes and honors music teachers and members (current and former) of MMTA for their outstanding, long-lasting, and inspiring contributions to music education in the state of Minnesota.
Learn more
Nomination form
Student of the Year Award
Given to a senior in High School, the Student of the Year Award honors a music student who demonstrates involvement in MMTA programs. The candidate should display a strong record of service to his/her/their community through music, participation in musical ensembles, and skill as a performer and creative musician. The winning student is awarded $1,000.
Application deadline: May 1, 2025.
Apply HereLocal Association Grant Application
MMTA Local Associations are encouraged to apply for assistance in funding educational programs.
Application Deadline: July 1, 2025.
Apply HereRobert Schmitt Professional Development Grants
The MMTA Foundation provides financial assistance for music teachers undertaking projects which enhance their professional development. Funding provided through a generous gift from Schmitt Music Company.
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025.
Apply HereBoard of Directors
President: Emily Rudquist, NCTM
Vice President: Kay Koehnen, NCTM
Secretary: Megan Gilles
Treasurer: Laura Harding, NCTM
Directors: Camille Buddecke NCTM, Dr. Zhiyu Wang, Richard Tostenson, Sarah McCaffrey Ritchie, Jenna Huntoon, Sue Freeman Dopp