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The latest featured events and news from NOJHF.
Jazz Fest Volunteer Photographer Program: Applications Open!
Applications are now open for the Volunteer Photographer Program! The program joins photographers, from a variety of backgrounds, with Jazz Fest and the Jazz & Heritage Archive to provide the unique experience of photographing the world-renowned Jazz Fest. The deadline is December 16, 2024.
Catapult Fund: Applications Open!
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation is excited to announce the opening of applications for its Catapult Fund program. Designed to support the growth and development of local small businesses within the culinary sector, the Catapult Fund provides business training, and mentorship to selected entrepreneurs. This initiative aims to empower businesses by equipping them with the resources and skills needed to thrive in local cultural economy. The deadline is December 6, 2024.
Congo Square Rhythms Festival Vendor Applications Open!
Food and Craft vendor applications are now open for the Congo Square Rhythms Festival. The free, two-day festival happens, on March 29-30th at Armstrong Park and in Congo Square. Louisiana food and craft vendors interested are encouraged to apply! The deadline is Monday, January 6, 2025.
2025 Class Got Brass Competition Applications Open!
Applications are now open for Class Got Brass presented by the Gia Maione Prima Foundation. Class Got Brass is an initiative of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation to support music education in the schools while promoting the traditional brass band music of New Orleans. At stake are more than $50,000 worth of instruments and other supplies for the winning schools’ music programs. Class Got Brass takes place in conjunction with Congo Square Rhythms Fest on Sunday, March 30 in Armstrong Park!
Fellowship Research Grant: Applications Open!
Applications are now open for the Jazz & Heritage Archive’s Fellowship Research Grant. This prestigious grant offers scholars, researchers, and historians the opportunity to delve into Louisiana’s cultural landscape with access to an extensive collection of archival materials housed at the Jazz & Heritage Archive. The deadline is January 6, 2025.
2024-25 Second Line Parade Season Schedule Announcement!
Get your footwork ready and prepare to join the streets for the 2024-2025 Second Line Season! Indulge in music, dance, and community spirit as we honor this iconic tradition!
Help support our mission.
Donations may be made in any amount and can be directed to a specific program area. You can also make a Gift Donation for a friend or family member.
We Teach.
Educational programs that inspire our youth.
Tom Dent Congo Square Lecture Series
HSM Beginners: Music Classes For First-Time Learners
Vocal Workshops for Kids with Tonya Boyd-Cannon
Pro-Audio Workshops
We build.
Economic initiatives that support our artists.
Discretionary Grants
Community Partnership Grants
Sync Up Workshops
The Catapult Fund
We celebrate.
Cultural events that enrich our community.
Congo Square Rhythms Festival
Jazz & Heritage Concerts
2025 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Gallery Exhibits
Our living legacy
The Jazz & Heritage Foundation has a close relationship with assets it supports all year long. These longstanding institutions of heritage are beloved in the community and worldwide.
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival is firmly established as a singular celebration of both historic and contemporary significance.
The fully renovated facility includes 7 state-of-the-art classrooms outfitted for music instruction, a 200-seat auditorium, and a recording studio..
The Archive is the repository of materials and information from the Foundation’s various programs and activities — including Jazz Fest.
WWOZ 90.7 FM is the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Station, a community radio station. Photo by Kichea Burt.
The George and Joyce Wein Jazz and Heritage Center is our education and performance facility.
The Jazz & Heritage Gala is an annual kick-off celebration to Jazz Fest. It’s also a special opportunity to support the Foundation’s mission to make music education accessible to all kids.
Calling All volunteers!
We are always happy to meet new friends who want to support the music and culture of New Orleans. If you would like to know more about volunteer opportunities, please contact us to learn more about opportunities to get involved.
When the fest is over, our work is just beginning.
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation is the nonprofit that owns the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell. We use the proceeds from Jazz Fest, and other funds, for year-round programs to support our music and culture.
Photos on this website are by Eric Simon Photography, unless otherwise noted.