Seattle JazzED to Receive $25,000 Award from the National Endowment for the Arts
/EDIT 5/7/25
On Friday, May 2, we received an email from the NEA notifying us that our awarded $25,000 grant has been rescinded as part of a shift in national funding priorities. While we are disheartened by this change, we remain committed to advancing equitable music education and will continue to seek other avenues of support to sustain our programs.
Seattle JazzED is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000.
This grant will support Seattle JazzED’s Academic Year Program. The NEA will award 1,127 Grants for Arts Projects awards nationwide totaling more than $31.8 million as part of the recent announcement of fiscal year 2025 grants.
“The NEA is proud to continue our nearly 60 years of supporting the efforts of organizations and artists that help to shape our country’s vibrant arts sector and communities of all types across our nation,” said NEA Chair Maria Rosario Jackson, PhD. “It is inspiring to see the wide range of creative projects taking place, including Seattle JazzED.”
This grant helps us to ensure that every student has access to quality music education and transformative experiences through our programs.”
- Nicole Harvey, Deputy Director
Seattle JazzED's Academic Year Programs aim to fill gaps and advance equity in music education and access through its multi-age group program that engages young students in jazz fundamentals, ensemble participation, and performance opportunities.
“This award affirms our mission to build a more inclusive future in music and provides vital resources to inspire the next generation of jazz musicians. We are so grateful for the NEA’s belief in our work and our students.”
- Liz Riggs Meder, Executive Director
For questions about the grant or our programs, reach out to us at info@seattlejazzed.org.
