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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 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

See the Fine Art feature in Rolling Stone

See Rolling Stone Article

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

See Full Article in Guitar World

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.

                                                                                                       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 Holiday 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

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

"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.

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

Uniting Music and Art

Jerry Garcia Foundation Unites Music and Art at Lennon Inspired Holiday Benefit
Featuring Hot Tuna and Special Guests

In December 2017, the Jerry Garcia Foundation will produce its third "Imagine There's No Hunger" benefit concert in support of WhyHunger and Yoko Ono Lennon's global hunger relief efforts.