Applicant Eligibility:

Those eligible to receive funds are those for whom jazz music creation and employment constitutes a significant portion of their regular monthly income. Additionally, they must:

  • Not be eligible for, or currently on unemployment

  • Not have already received support from this Fund.

To ensure the fund allocates funding to the most at-risk members of the community, applicants’ annual or monthly income should be considered low- or moderate- income (LMI) for Los Angeles County.

Only life-line expenses will be considered for a grant, such as:

  • Rent

  • Electricity, Gas

  • Basic Telephone / Internet Service

  • Vehicle lease payments

  • Food (normal basic maintenance)

  • Medical, Insurance (if none other is available)

Confidentiality:

This application as well as the reviewing process are confidential; all participants and stakeholders are requested to maintain confidentiality.

Review Criteria:

  • Demonstrate urgent financial need.

  • Priority will be given to individuals that are of cultural populations that are financially vulnerable.

Artist Grant Application.