The Jazz Academy
Foundation

The Jazz Academy Foundation supports the study and performance of jazz through scholarships, educational outreach, and artist mentorship. By expanding access to meaningful musical opportunities, the Foundation strengthens the cultural community that surrounds Seattle Jazz Academy and the broader Pacific Northwest.

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Supporting Jazz Education in the Pacific Northwest

Scholarships

Supporting dedicated students who seek serious study of jazz but need financial assistance to continue their education and musical development.

Educational Outreach

Bringing live jazz performances and educational presentations to schools and community spaces to introduce young people to the instruments and traditions of jazz.

Artist Mentorship

Creating opportunities for experienced musicians to share their knowledge with the next generation through teaching, workshops, and collaborative programs.

Strengthening the Jazz Community

The Jazz Academy Foundation works to strengthen the tradition of jazz by supporting meaningful opportunities for students, educators, and professional musicians. Through scholarships, educational outreach, and artist mentorship, the Foundation helps ensure that the study of jazz remains accessible to dedicated students while sustaining the cultural community that surrounds the music.

By supporting programs connected to Seattle Jazz Academy and partnering with musicians and educators throughout the region, the Foundation encourages the continued growth of jazz education and creates pathways for the next generation of artists to study, perform, and develop their own musical voices.

Support the Foundation

The Jazz Academy Foundation is supported by individuals who believe in the lasting value of jazz education and the importance of sustaining this music for future generations. Contributions help support scholarships, educational outreach, and programs that connect students with experienced musicians and mentors.

Online giving options will be available soon. In the near future, visitors will be able to support the Foundation through a simple donation link or QR code. If you are interested in contributing in the meantime, please feel free to contact us directly for more information.

Board of Directors

The Jazz Academy Foundation is guided by a board of directors committed to strengthening jazz education and supporting the cultural life of the community. The board provides oversight for the Foundation’s mission and helps guide the development of scholarships, outreach programs, and partnerships that expand access to the study of jazz.

Board of Directors

Mack Grout — President
Chelsea Grout — Secretary
Janice Record — Treasurer

The Jazz Academy Foundation
Seattle, Washington

The Jazz Academy Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to supporting jazz education through scholarships, outreach, and artist mentorship.

Recognized as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
EIN: 41-2787629

In partnership with Seattle Jazz Academy to support the continued growth of jazz education in the Pacific Northwest.

Contact:
info@jazzacademyfoundation.org