Deadline Nears for Tejano NextGen Fund Scholarship Applications

Time is running out for young musicians across Texas to apply for a unique opportunity aimed at preserving and advancing Tejano and Conjunto music. The Tejano NextGen Fund Scholarship is entering its final days, with the application deadline quickly approaching on April 30, 2026.

The inaugural scholarship will award $1,000 to one graduating Texas high school senior who has demonstrated a strong commitment to Tejano or Conjunto music—whether through school programs or independent community involvement.

Created by Tejano Music Awards-winning artist Angelica Alcoser and Latin Grammy–winning musician Arthur “Tweet” Juarez Jr., the Texas-based nonprofit Tejano NextGen Fund, Inc. was founded with a clear mission: invest in the next generation of artists while preserving a deeply rooted cultural tradition.

“We keep talking about it as an industry, but action is needed,” Alcoser shared with Tejano Nation Radio. “Tejano and Conjunto music carry more than rhythm — our genre carries history, identity, and community. We created this fund to ensure that legacy continues.”

Juarez echoed that sentiment, emphasizing the importance of education alongside musical passion.

“There’s power in knowledge,” he said. “A lot of times we don’t have programs like this for musicians. This is about giving these kids an opportunity — not just in music, but in their personal lives through education.”

Who Can Apply

The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors in Texas who meet the following requirements:

• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Active involvement in Tejano or Conjunto music
• Plans to pursue post-secondary education, including college, trade school, or technical programs

What’s Required

Applicants must submit:

• A completed application
• A personal essay (minimum 250 words)
• One letter of recommendation
• An unofficial high school transcript
• A 2–3 minute video performance showcasing their musical involvement

Students involved both in formal school programs and grassroots community music scenes are encouraged to apply.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
• Recipient Announcement: May 17, 2026

Applications will be reviewed through a structured scoring process, with evaluator deliberations kept confidential to ensure fairness.

As the deadline approaches, organizers are urging students, educators, and families to spread the word and help identify deserving young musicians who are carrying forward the sound of La Onda Tejana.

“This is just the beginning,” Juarez added. “Our kids are the future, and we need to help them as much as we can.”

How to Apply

To request an application or learn more, students can email info@TejanoNextGenFund.org.

With only days remaining, the message is clear: the future of Tejano and Conjunto music depends on the next generation—and now is their moment to step forward. Learn more at TejanoNextGen.org.

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