ABOUT THE
FOUNDATION

The Jessye Norman Foundation was established to honor her lifelong dedication to artistic excellence, education, and opportunity. The Foundation translates her values into action—creating pathways for young people who may otherwise lack access to music and cultural education.

Vision

To make music and arts education
globally accessible to youth from under-
resourced communities.

MISSION

To inspire under-resourced youth in music and
culture by supporting, subsidizing, and
developing programs aligned with Jessye
Norman’s philanthropic philosophy and lifelong
commitment to artistic excellence.

What We

The Foundation supports initiatives that:

Expand access to music and arts education

Provide scholarships, subsidies, and program funding

Develop creative opportunities rooted in cultural excellence

Empower youth from under-resourced communities

All programs align with Jessye Norman’s philanthropic philosophy and commitment to excellence.

Why It Matters

Access to the arts builds

confidence,
discipline
& voice.

By investing in young creatives, the Foundation helps ensure
that talent—not circumstance—determines opportunity.