Applications are officially open for 2026! Click below to learn more and apply! After receiving over 275 incredible applications from musicians across the country and narrowing things down to 10 finalists, our panel of judges – led by Chadwick Stokes of Dispatch – selected 4 eclectic emerging songwriters who took over the Sun stage at Levitate Music Festival here in Marshfield MA back in July 2025.
These 4 incredible acts: Nate Ramos, Autumn Drive, Stella Starfox, and Samantha Mckaige each delivered energized sets, which quickly became fan favorites, for over 10,000 festival attendees. And the best part? Their journey with The Foundation isn’t stopping there: Each of these artists will receive a $5k+ grant to produce their next album, giving them the freedom to truly express themselves on this record, work with engineers, studios, and producers of their choosing, and over-all level up their recording game.
Click below To Learn more about The Songwriter Showcase, our ten finalists + four winners, and how you can apply and get involved next year!
Whether you’re an up and coming or established visual or sculural artist this one’s for you! Through the Emerging Artist Showcase, up to 10 artists will be selected by our panel of judges to be featured in a signature gallery at Levitate Music Festival and receive a grant of up to 5k to either further their education in the arts, attend a residency or retreat of their choosing, or complete a Passion Project they otherwise couldn’t! All you have to do is share your work and tell us what creating means to you using the link below – it’s that easy! All mediums are welcome – we look forward to seeing what you have!
Offering community grants to support creators, mentors, and outdoorsmen tackling projects that inspire their communities to create freely and connect with nature.
Awarding visual artists and musicians more than $75,000 in grants and the opportunity to share their work in front of thousands at Levitate Music Festival
Supporting the next generation by helping kids in need access formative camp experiences rooted in self-expression, connection to nature, and community.
The Levitate Foundation cultivates a better future by creating and conserving access to music, art and the outdoors.
