The Boston Jazz Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to uplifting local artists and fostering community through the vibrant art of jazz. Home of the Charles River Jazz Festival, we create opportunities for artists and audiences alike by offering free and affordable world-class programming, paid performance opportunities, and educational initiatives that nurture the next generation of musicians.
The Boston area jazz scene is growing, and we are grateful to all the members of our community for working together to continue to celebrate this important music! In particular, we are pleased that Boston Jazz Foundation, JazzBoston, and the Cambridge Jazz Foundation have agreed to collaborate on a number of projects. Please note that these three non-profit organizations are independent, with differing areas of focus, but all are working towards the mutual goal of support & advocacy of improvisational jazz, a music that originated in the African American community. You can help by donating to them individually at their respective websites. Thank you!