The National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM): Who We Are

NPM is a national association that seeks to offer educational opportunities and professional networking for all pastoral ministers in the Catholic Church today. 

Our membership is comprised of 3,000 members with local chapters supporting most regions across the United States. We have 3 tiers of membership, which are made for all levels of musical skill and involvement, from the cantor to the choir member, ensemble member to choir director, organist to accompanist, Director of Music and Diocesan Director of Music, and everything in between.

NPM: What We Do

NPM offers many services to its members including: 

  • Regular webinars and workshops on topics pertaining to music and liturgy
  • National and regional trainings for musicians of all type and skill level
  • Professional certifications in cantoring, organ, and piano
  • Digital and print publications for instruction and support for Catholic church musicians today

NPM is made possible by the support of its members and friends. Every financial contribution furthers our ability to support Catholic music through its members and resources. Your donation makes a huge impact here! 

How to Support the Work of NPM

Don’t know where to start?

The ONE NPM Fund is our annual appeal that most quickly benefits the work we do. Donations as little as $5, either as a one-time or recurring donation, can make an impact in our ability to offer workshops, resources, and other sources of musical and liturgical support. 

Other Ways to Donate to NPM

The ONE NPM Fund is NPM's annual appeal to support the Association and continue its efforts in ministry.
At the 2024 NPM Convention, Bishop Mark Seitz made a pledge and a challenge to each NPM member: Give what you can and support the financial needs of NPM. Can you meet that challenge today?
NPM supports pastoral musicians in many ways of scholarship, including academic and programmatic scholarships.
The Member Support Fund provides financial membership support to its members that are struggling financially due to COVID-19.
Would you like to offer planned giving to NPM? Contact Jennifer Kluge, NPM's Executive Director to establish your giving.
Did you know that you can contribute to NPM with the everyday purchases you already make? It's true! Click to learn more.

What To Expect After Completing your Donation

After making your gift, you will receive an email confirmation that includes your receipt for tax purposes.

Should you be making a monthly recurring gift, your email confirmation will not serve as a receipt. An annual statement and tax receipt will be sent to you in January of the following year.

If you would like to send your gift through the mail, you may download a printable version of this form. If you have any questions or would prefer to make your gift over the phone, please call 240-247-3000 or email npmsing@npm.org.

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