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The Jerry Garcia Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, supports meaningful causes through
​the beauty of art and music.

The Foundation was established in 2015 as an expression of gratitude, by family members, Manasha and Keelin Garcia, in honor of musician, artist, and visionary,  Jerry Garcia.

Staying true to Jerry's vision, we embrace the idea that music and art bring great healing to the world
Mission: The Jerry Garcia Foundation supports artistic, environmental and humanitarian causes.

To realize the mission, gift grants of fine art are provided and art/music events are presented to support vetted 501c3 nonprofits. The Foundation engages artists and musicians who wish to share their talents for the benefit of the greater good.

All board members donate their services as volunteers.

The Jerry Garcia Foundation is receptive to partnerships and welcomes inquiries from like-minded organizations.
The Jerry Garcia Foundation is an approved Nonprofit partner of the environmental 
1% for the Planet Network

See jerry garcia's fine art
​featured in rolling stone
Yes, There Is More
                                                                      
                                                   We welcome requests from nonprofits interested in receiving donations of fine art via our charity arts program.
                           Limited edition museum quality giclees of Jerry Garcia's art are donated as gift grants to vetted like-minded 501c3 nonprofit organizations.
                                                              A Jerry Garcia Foundation Edition Certificate of Authenticity is included with each piece of fine art.
                                                            

Let's Help ENd Hunger

The Jerry Garcia Foundation  is honored to support the WhyHunger organization's "Imagine There's No Hunger" program.
Inspired by Yoko Ono Lennon, John Lennon and his song, "Imagine," the "Imagine There's No Hunger" campaign endeavors to turn the dream of a world without hunger into a reality. 
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        Yoko Ono and  John Lennon
© Yoko Ono Lennon, Photo by Ivor Sharp


                                            "When human needs for sustenance and nourishment are met we move toward a more peaceful planet."
                                                                                                                      Manasha Garcia
Please consider setting an extra place at your table by supporting the WhyHunger                                organization  www.hungerthon.org.
#GiveThanksgiving #ImagineNoHunger #WhyHunger
"WhyHunger is a leader in building the movement to end hunger and poverty by connecting people to nutritious, affordable food and by supporting grassroots solutions that inspire self-reliance and community empowerment."http://whyhunger.org/what-we-do.

Jerry Garcia Foundation, Hard Rock team up for Lennon inspired WhyHunger benefit:   
http://www.axs.com/jerry-garcia-foundation-hard-rock-team-up-for-lennon-inspired-whyhunge-71461
                                                                   Imagine©1971 Lennon Music Written by John Lennon © Yoko Ono Lennon

                            Featured LIve Videos

               "Imagine There's No hunger" 2017
                                Featuring Hot Tuna
                                           presented by the Jerry Garcia Foundation
                 jorma Kaukonen Vocals/ guitar, jack casady BasS,  Justin Guip Drums
with Tony saunders Bass, Greg Winser Vocals/ Guitar , Pete Sears keys,Bob Steeler drums, Waynard Scheller keys/vocals,Matt Aaron violin and vocalists ariel Marin, Keelin Garcia, Elizabeth L. Hunter, Ron Rosson

                   EmiSunshine w/ rainbow Full of Sound
                            Jerry Birthday Benefit August 2017
                           Presented by Musicians On A Mission    

                     Greg Winser w/ Rainbow Full of Sound
                               Jerry Birthday Benefit August 2017
                             Presented by Musicians On A Mission

                          "Imagine there's No hunger" 2015
                       Bob Weir guests w/ Rainbow Full of Sound
                       Presented by Hard Rock Cafe San Francisco
                                and the Jerry Garcia Foundation

Playing For Change Foundation

The Jerry Garcia Foundation is honored  to partner with the Playing For Change Foundation to support the mission of bringing music programs to children around the world. #PeaceThroughMusic
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"Let there be songs to fill the air"
Please enjoy this video of talented musicians from around the globe performing on a beautiful version of the 'Ripple'  produced by Playing For Change and presented by JamBase. 

The video is included in JamBase's Grateful Dead tribute series, "Songs of Their Own," in honor of the band's 50 year Anniversary. ​
 Jerry's Fender Stratocaster guitar makes an appearance on the recording and is played by Playing For Change musician, Vasti Jackson. Keelin Garcia sings on the recording in honor of her father and his music.
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The Jerry Garcia Foundation is honored  to partner with the Playing For Change Foundation to support the mission of bringing music programs to children around the world.  #PeaceThroughMusic

Eco-friendly "Ocean" Guitar Is Unveiled in Honor of Jerry Garcia's 75th Birthday. 

​"Ocean" Guitar w/ Jerry Garcia's "Fish" Etching Inlay
* Photo credits: Milo Stewart Jr. Staff Photographer

National Baseball Hall of Fame

Save The Butterflies and Bees


​The Grateful Dead Helps to Save Bees and Butterflies Through Jerry Garcia’s Legacy

Butterfly Study Watercolors