Private Music Lesson Programs
Music should not be a luxury!
We provide assistance to exceptional students who are unable to bear the cost of private music lessons. We believe that music should be available to all worthy students, regardless of their ability to pay.
Our private lesson programs are means-tested and are available for students from grades 6 through 12 for students in Collier County, Bonita Springs and Estero. The annual value of each award is approximately $3,000.
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Our private lesson programs are supported by generous grants from the Collier Community Foundation. Thank you, CCF!
Haegg Family Program
For Middle School Students
The Haegg Family established this program "to nurture the talents of gifted and motivated students who do not have the financial means for private music lessons." The Haegg Family Award was established in memory of Margaret “Peg” Haegg (1915-2008) by her husband, Henry Haegg and her children Larry, David, and Jamey Halpin, Cathy Munsell and Molly Eovino. The program is also supported by the generosity of MFGN donors.
Who is eligible?
Students in grade 6 though 8 who meet our income eligibility requirements can qualify for 3 years of private music lessons thanks to a grant awarded by the Haegg Family. See below for income eligibility requirements.
Sansom Program
For High School Students
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The Sansom Foundation has been in operation since 1958. The Foundation focuses on music and the arts. High school students from Collier County, Bonita Springs and Estero will be eligible to compete for the Sansom Award. The Award will permit the winners to receive private music lessons for one year with a teacher selected by the Music Foundation of Greater Naples. The award may be renewed one year at a time based on the Sansom Committee’s assessment of the student’s progress and the recommendation of his or her private teacher.
Who is eligible?
Students in grade 9 though 12 who meet our income eligibility requirements can qualify for private music lessons thanks to a grant awarded by the Sansom Foundation and the supporters of the Music Foundation. See below for income eligibility guidelines.
LEAP Program
Piano Program
The LEAP (Learning from Elementary to Advanced Piano) Award is for Collier County, Bonita Springs, and Estero students to study piano for one year with a private teacher selected by the Music Foundation of Greater Naples. The award may be renewed one year at a time for up to two additional years based on the LEAP Committee's assessment of the student's progress and the recommendation of his or her private teacher.
Who is eligible?
Piano students ages 8 to 14 who meet our income eligibility requirements can qualify for 3 years of private music lessons thanks to a generous contribution by Anne Roberts & Myra Williams - 2 long time supporters of the Music Foundation.
Income Eligibility
The table below is from the Florida Department of Heath Child Care Program (i.e., free and reduced lunch program for the State of Florida.) We will consider exceptions on a case-by-case basis if your family's income falls outside of the ranges below. Please contact us for a confidential discussion about your situation. MFGN requires verification of income through a review of the Parent/Guardian most recent tax return.
Florida Department of Heath
Income Eligibility Guidelines
For free and reduced-price meals
Effective July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
