The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation is now accepting requests for grants of up to $5,000 to support music and art education and nonprofits throughout Louisiana. Applications for the grant are available online only and must be submitted by July 7, 2023
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, known best for putting on Jazz Fest every year, has a mission statement to promote, preserve, and encourage Louisiana’s music, culture, and heritage. The organization has worked to award over $13.5 million in grants and funding in the last decade to support this mission.
Eligible parties to receive these grants include:
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
- Institutions of higher education.
- K-12 public, private, and parochial schools.
- Federally recognized tribal communities in the state of Louisiana.
It is important to note that each organization is only allowed to apply to one of the five grant categories. Also, any activities funded by these grants must occur in Louisiana between September 1, 2023, and August 31, 2024.
Those interested in applying are encouraged to visit the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s website for more information on the grants, categories, and how to apply. All applications must be submitted by Friday, July 7, at 11:00 p.m., but sending them in as soon as possible is advised.
