Causes: Arts & Culture, Performing Arts

Mission: Foster a greater appreciation of Jazz music for the benefit of future generations.

Results: The Pearson Jazz Foundation is honored to have created the following signature projects and programs:
•A Day of Jazz Initiative which presents music education programs along the I-95 corridor.
•International Jazz Day USA that emphasizes the contributions made by Americans of African descent as part of the global celebration in support of UNESCO/United Nations International Jazz Day.
•Storytime Jazz Hour Initiative that presents the lives of Jazz music pioneers to elementary school children. First title in the series: The Little Boy Who Hated Jazz.

Target demographics: Gain a greater appreciation of America's music heritage.

Direct beneficiaries per year: 10,000 children

Geographic areas served: In America and around the GLOBE.

Programs: National Jazz Appreciation Month in SCJazz on the Road1-95 Jazz in Blue SeriesJazz Under the Stars