Scholarships
PSF scholarships place pianos in the homes of students and provide a balanced program of education, motivation and support. Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of need, merit, and accountability. All of our scholarship students receive the following benefits:
- In-home use of a piano
- Piano tuning and maintenance annually throughout the term of the scholarship
- Performance opportunities
- Access to the music library with over 1,500 books and sheet music
- Monthly student newsletter
- Student notebook / portfolio
There are four types of scholarships currently available to students / families in the Portland metro area.
Standard Scholarship
The Standard Scholarship is our entry-level scholarship and awards the use of an upright piano for up to three years. Standard Scholarships are awarded year-round.
Qualifications:
- 7 to 13 years of age
- Student must reside in the PSF service area. Please see application for details.
- Meets requirements for free and reduced lunch program at local schools or equivalent
- Demonstrates a strong desire to play piano and motivation to learn music
- Actively enrolled in regular piano lessons for the duration of the scholarship term
If you are interested in learning more about this scholarship, please download one of the following applications for more information:
Standard Scholarship Application (English)
Standard Scholarship Applciation (Spanish)
Stepping Stone Scholarship
The Stepping Stone Scholarship awards the use of a grand piano to a current or past student of PSF for two years.
Qualifications:
- Current PSF student or past PSF student
- 7 to 16 years of age
- Demonstrates a strong desire to play piano and motivation to learn music
- Actively enrolled in regular piano lessons for the duration of the scholarship term
Grand Scholarship Competition
Multiple winners can receive the use of a grand piano in their homes for up to 2 years, including moving costs, annual tuning, and maintenance.
Applications Due: May 20, 2024
Auditions: June 15, 2024
Qualifications:
- 12 to 16 years of age
- All income levels are eligible to apply.
- Student must reside in the PSF service area. Please see application for details.
- Completed OMTA syllabus level 6 or equivalent.
- Demonstrates a strong desire to play piano and motivation to learn music.
- Actively enrolled in regular piano lessons for the duration of the scholarship term
If you are interested in learning more about this scholarship, please download an application.
Winter Grand Scholarship
The Winter Grand Scholarship Competition is held other every year during the winter months. Students audition before a music jury and the winner is awarded the use of a brand new Yamaha grand piano for 2 years courtesy of Classic Pianos and Yamaha Pianos of America. Check back in Fall 2025 for information about the next event.
Qualifications:
- 12 to 16 years of age
- Student must reside in the PSF service area. Please see application for details.
- Completed OMTA syllabus level 6 or equivalent
- Demonstrates a strong desire to play piano and motivation to learn music
- Actively enrolled in regular piano lessons for the duration of the scholarship term