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<p style="text-align: center">*Four talented music institutions, nonprofit organizations, musicologists and researchers will receive a total of $20,000 for research and preservation of Latin music*</p>

<p style="text-align: center">*Latin GRAMMY® winner and GRAMMY® nominee Silvestre Dangond will sponsor two grants in support of research and preservation of the vallenato genre*</p>

<p style="text-align: center">*Deadline to apply is August 27, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET* </p>

**MIAMI (JUNE 18, 2025)** — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® announced that applications are officially open for its **2025 Latin Music Research and Preservation Grant Program. This program** provides grants that support music institutions, nonprofit organizations, musicologists and researchers around the world dedicated to the research and preservation of Latin music heritage. 

A total of four grants—each valued at up to $5,000—will be awarded this year as follows: 

* **One (1) Research Grant for a maximum amount of $5,000**, funding one project focused on historical research, folklore and anthropology of a Latin music genre.

* **One (1) Preservation Grant for a maximum of $5,000**, supporting one project aiming to archive and preserve Latin music heritage.

To support the growth and development of vallenato, Latin GRAMMY® winner and GRAMMY® nominee **Silvestre Dangond** has pledged a dedicated fund to support the research and preservation of the folkloric music genre from Colombia as follows:   

* **One (1) Research Grant for a maximum amount of $5,000**, funding one project focused on historical research, folklore and anthropology of vallenato music.

* **One (1) Preservation Grant for a maximum of $5,000**, supporting one project aiming archival and preservation of the heritage of the vallenato genre.

Dedicated funds are open to any artist or institution interested in this type of focused giving, as part of the international assistance provided by the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation to preserve and promote Latin music and its genres.   

“Vallenato is not just my roots; it’s my reason for being. That’s why it fills me with pride to contribute to the preservation and research of this genre, which has told the story of our people for generations. Supporting this cause through the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation is my way of ensuring that the legacy of vallenato remains alive, evolving, and touching hearts around the world,” said Dangond.

“Supporting research and preservation is vital to honoring the rich legacy of Latin music, ensuring that future generations of creators understand its origins and remain inspired by its roots,” said **Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza**, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “Thanks to the generosity of our donors, and Latin music creators like Silvestre Dangond, these grants help fuel the future of Latin music.”

Since its inception in 2015, the program has awarded more than $255,000 in grants to support projects, one of which received both a Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY. 

To apply, view guidelines, and learn about past project winners please click [here](https://www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org/en/what-we-do/latin-music-research-and-preservation-grants) (the materials can be submitted in English, Spanish or Portuguese). The deadline to apply is August 27, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET. If you have any additional questions, please email [LGCF@grammy.com](LGCF@grammy.com) and/or visit <http://www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org/en>.

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**ABOUT THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION:**

The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy® with the vision of becoming a global champion of music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. In 2024, the Foundation celebrated its 10-year anniversary, and during the last decade it has fostered the next generation of Latin music creators through scholarships, education programs and grants that advance Latin music and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $12.5 million with the support of The Latin Recording Academy’s members, artists, corporate sponsors and other generous donors. For additional information or to donate, please visit [latingrammyculturalfoundation.org](http://www.latingrammyculturalfoundation.org/en) or our Facebook page. And follow us @latingrammyfdn on [X](https://www.x.com/latingrammyfdn) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/latingrammyfdn), and at Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/latingrammyculturalfoundation) and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/latingrammyculturalfoundation).

**ABOUT SILVESTRE DANGOND:**

Colombian superstar Silvestre Dangond, a modern icon of vallenato, has taken the genre to new global heights during his more than two-decade career. With three Latin GRAMMYs® to his name, he has led successful international tours and collaborated with major artists such as Nicky Jam, Natti Natasha, Carin León, Emilia, Fonseca and Carlos Vives. His song “Tú o Yo” with Vives was recognized by *Billboard* magazine as one of the 24 best songs released in 2024. Following the success of his album ‘*Ta Malo* and his stadium tour across the United States and Latin America, Dangond is gearing up for the release of *El Último Baile*, a powerful new project with his longtime accordionist Juancho de la Espriella. For images of Silvestre Dangond, please click [here](https://grammy4-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/daniela_mederos_grammy_com/EriRDad0V7hHv46ah6fKnPIB1ie4DuEvRKbmZFdubIOeyw?e=vYsGpB).

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| **APRIL 1** | ONLINE ENTRY PROCESS (OEP) ONE ROUND ONLY |
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| **JULY 28** | 1st ROUND ONLINE VOTING |
| **SEPT. 17** | NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCEMENT |
| **OCT. 1** | FINAL ROUND ONLINE VOTING |
| **NOV. 13** | 26th ANNUAL LATIN GRAMMY AWARDS® |

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