Objectives: This study investigates the systemic challenges encountered by nonprofit civil society organizations (CSOs) dedicated to music education and cultural advocacy in Amman, Jordan. From the perspective of institutional administrators, the research identifies the critical factors hindering the achievement of cultural and pedagogical objectives, particularly within marginalized communities and those hosting significant refugee populations. By evaluating these barriers, the study proposes strategic frameworks to enhance organizational resilience and long-term programmatic impact.

Methods: Adopting a mixed-methods research design, this study synthesizes qualitative and quantitative data to provide a holistic evaluation of the nonprofit landscape. Primary qualitative data was obtained through in-depth interviews with senior officials from key organizations, including the Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation, Tajalla, Action for Hope, the Madrasati Initiative, Caritas Jordan, Ruwwad, and the Jordanian Women’s Union. Quantitative datasets, derived from institutional reports and music program metrics, were analyzed using a sophisticated reconciliation approach to ensure empirical precision and contextual depth.

Results: The findings reveal a complex intersection of social, cultural, and economic obstacles. Key challenges include limited community acceptance of music as a developmental tool, logistical impediments in sustaining instructional sessions, and chronic funding instability. Despite these pressures, the data confirms that music programs significantly bolster students’ cognitive skills and foster social cohesion within displaced and local communities.

Conclusions: The study advocates for a shift toward sustainable partnership models. It concludes that fostering robust local and international alliances is essential for maintaining programmatic continuity amidst shifting socio-economic conditions, ensuring that music remains a viable vehicle for cultural and educational empowerment in Jordan.

Keywords: Challenges, civil society organizations, non-profit, music, partnerships.