NAMM Foundation

09/01/2026

Thinking of applying for the Lamond GenNext Award? NAMM Foundation’s project manager Bethany Gilbert walks you through 4 tips to help your application stand out! 📝

If you’re studying music performance, business, production, event tech, or beyond, this is your opportunity to take the next step in your music industry journey. Selected students receive a travel stipend to attend, connect, and experience the global music community firsthand. 🎵

There’s still time to apply! ⏰ Submit your application before the September 9 deadline: https://airtable.com/appFx6JljAmJSw7nS/pagx4lp2LnsmVM3yS/form

08/31/2026

Turning Music Production Into a Path Forward

The David's Harp Foundation, Inc. teaches music production to currently and formerly incarcerated youth through its Beats Behind the Wall and Beats Beyond the Wall programs, helping them move from the justice system toward real-world opportunities. At The NAMM Show, youth from the foundation's BizPod program documented the stories of NAMM Foundation grantees, giving attendees a firsthand look at this transformative work.

Explore the full list of grantees: https://www.nammfoundation.org/articles/2026grantees

07/30/2026

Want a behind-the-scenes look at the music industry? 🎵

The Lamond GenNext Award gives students the opportunity to experience The like an industry insider. If you're studying music production, business, performance, event technology, or a related field, this is your chance to network, learn from industry leaders, and see where a career in music can take you. Selected recipients receive a travel stipend to attend The NAMM Show and connect with the global music products community.

🗓️ Apply by September 9:�https://airtable.com/appFx6JljAmJS.../pagx4lp2LnsmVM3yS/form

07/21/2026

FamFrequency Productions set out to teach Philadelphia youth how to market themselves in a crowded music production field. What they discovered along the way was something deeper: the question "what makes you unique?" isn't just about branding — it's a powerful question of identity for young people still figuring out who they are.

The result is a program that's helping youth build skills that go far beyond music, shaping their confidence and self-understanding for years to come.

See how this innovative program is helping youth develop skills that extend far beyond music and into lifelong personal and professional growth: https://www.famfrequencyproductions.org

06/21/2026

Today, the world makes music. 🧡🎶

Join people across the globe celebrating with performances, jam sessions, lessons, and musical moments of every kind. Wherever you are, pick up an instrument, raise your voice, and make some noise! 🌎

06/20/2026

Music belongs to everyone, and on June 21, the world comes together to celebrate it. 🧡🎶

This Sunday, join the global celebration of Make Music Day, a day dedicated to making, sharing and experiencing music in your community. From neighborhood performances to jam sessions and music-making events of all kinds, there’s a place for everyone to participate.

Whether you’re a lifelong musician or picking up an instrument for the first time, make some music and be part of the movement. 🌎🎵�

Learn more and find events near you: https://makemusicday.org/

06/18/2026

The deadline is approaching! ⏰

Nominations for the Bernice Ash Memorial Award close June 30.
This award is designed to help promising mid-career professionals grow their leadership skills, expand their networks, and invest in their future.

The selected recipient will receive:
💰 $5,000 toward professional development�📚 Funding for training, education, or career advancement opportunities�🤝 A one-year mentorship through the NAMM Young Professionals program

If there is someone on your team who is ready for the next step, now is the time to nominate them! Nominate an employee here: https://airtable.com/appFx6JljAmJSw7nS/pagxxLWzdskkBpa8I/form

06/05/2026

We're excited to see Bethany featured in this month's Spotlight from the College Music Society!

Her dedication to advancing NAMM Foundation programs and supporting music education continues to make a meaningful difference across the industry and beyond.

Check out Bethany's full Spotlight feature:

This month’s Spotlight features Bethany Gilbert!

Bethany leads the operational ex*****on of NAMM Foundation initiatives including awards and scholarships, The NAMM Show, board of directors management and cross-functional collaboration internally and externally. Bethany has spent over 11 years at NAMM, progressing through roles spanning the Resource Center, Membership and Public Affairs and Government Relations. She is a Certified Nonprofit Professional through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance and holds a master’s degree in nonprofit leadership and management from the University of San Diego and a bachelor’s degree in trumpet performance and music business from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam.

You can learn more about Bethany in this month’s Spotlight at the link in our bio!
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05/29/2026

“In January of this year, I got the amazing opportunity to go to The NAMM Show in Anaheim, CA as a Lamond GenNext Award recipient! I got to connect with old and new friends alike, and I got to do it all with a few of my peers from Rowan University. This was such an eye-opening conference to the music industry outside of the classical world, and I hope to continue learning from all types of musicians and creatives in our industry.” - Jennifer Calderon, Lamond GenNext Award recipient.

If you’re a college student exploring a future in music, this is your chance to be apart of the largest gathering of the industry! Apply for the Lamond GenNext Award at the link in our bio! 🗓️ Applications close September 9.