Master Class Funding

The CCMpower masterclass application portal is now open for the 2025-26 school year! Please reach out to Elaine M. Cox, Senior Director of Development, at elaine.cox@foundation.uc.edu if you have questions about your application.
Master Class Funding
One of the most important contributions that the CCMpower Board of Trustees can make to the arts community is to provide funding for CCM Faculty and Students.

Through this financial support, CCMpower encourages exceptional artistic expression, enhanced education, community involvement in the arts and inspiring career growth for CCM students.

Master Class Funding—opportunities to bring in guest artists to enhance artistic and educational growth for CCM students.

A special panel comprised of at least three members of the CCMpower Liaison and Awards Committee will review and approve requests Master Classes.

During the 2025-26 academic year, funding typically will not exceed $500 per master class.

Recipients will be notified within approx. 30 days of submission of the application.

It's our goal to power the arts by recognizing and supporting the extraordinary in CCM students and alumni.

Summary of your project and financial need. Please list all budget expenses for the project.
Requested amount (up to $500)
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Check all CCM Power Award and Grant criteria that apply to your request:

Enhances connections with other arts communitiesIs innovative and inspiringExpands professional and/or educational development
What is the name (First and Last) of the person invited to teach this masterclass?
Please list their credentials or a brief bio:
What is unique about this opportunity as is relates to furthering the reputation of CCM, your personal growth, artistic greatness, and/or connection to local or broader arts communities?

Number of students and/or alumni directly involved
Have you received CCMpower Board of Trustees funding before?

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If yes: What has been the impact of receiving CCMpower funding and how does this year's request build upon previous years' success to warrant additional support?
Date needed:
Anticipated date of project:

Do you agree to provide CCMpower results of this opportunity and, if available, attend a Board of Trustees meeting or sponsored event to present and inspire others?

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Would it be appropriate for CCMpower Trustees and/or members to audit the masterclass?
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If you have any questions about your submission, or if you’ve had technical difficulties, please contact CCM Development Office at CCMdevelopment@foundation.uc.edu AND cox2em@foundation.uc.edu or 513-556-2528.
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The CCMpower masterclass application portal is now open for the 2025-26 school year! Please reach out to Elaine M. Cox, Senior Director of Development, at elaine.cox@foundation.uc.edu if you have questions about your application.