Charleston Jazz is Charleston’s only nonprofit organization devoted exclusively to the art of jazz. We reach more than 13,900 people through dynamic performances by the Charleston Jazz Orchestra and Charleston Jazz Festival, high-quality music instruction, and a wide range of K–12 outreach programs, including in-school concerts and workshops.
Through live jazz, education, and community engagement, we are creating lasting change—igniting creativity, fostering teamwork, and celebrating self-expression. Charleston Jazz enriches our culture, inspires future generations, and strengthens our creative economy while keeping the spirit of jazz thriving in our community.
Mission
To grow and cultivate a local and global community for jazz through performance, education and outreach while celebrating and preserving Charleston’s rich history in jazz.
Vision
To positively impact lives through music within a collaborative community that celebrates and perpetuates jazz.
Core Values
Creative Expression
We believe in the transformative power of music and creative expression to inspire, uplift, unite and celebrate all people.
We present and promote exceptional emerging and established musicians and programs, while nurturing the voices of the next generation.
Diversity + Inclusion
We are dedicated to presenting accessible, diverse and inclusive performance and education programs that reach people of diverse backgrounds to ensure equitable participation in jazz.
Community
We are dedicated to cultivating a vibrant community of musicians, performers, life-long learners, listeners, and supporters of jazz.
We believe in the power of collaborative relationships and recognize that by working together we are capable of making even greater creative contributions that enhance the well-being and quality of life for the whole community.
Integrity
We are dedicated to fulfilling our mission with integrity and respect, operating with transparency and inclusive practices, and stewarding our resources responsibly to ensure sustainable and impactful growth.
Ways to Give
There are so many ways that your generosity can impact jazz in Charleston!
Annual Reports
Take a look at our organization’s financials to understand where your donation would be most helpful.
