[South Arts](https://www.southarts.org)

Rolling (no deadlines; apply anytime)

No direct funding; opportunity to be matched with artists for Jazz Road engagements, with potential for artist fee subsidies through artist-awarded grants.

Connects venues and presenters of all types with jazz artists for touring and engagement opportunities in diverse communities.

--- ## Description This opportunity is designed for organizations and individuals interested in presenting jazz and expanding jazz engagement in their communities. South Arts is seeking presenters and venues of all types—ranging from jazz clubs and performing arts centers to non-traditional spaces such as houses of worship, galleries, or community centers—to join a network that connects them with jazz artists seeking to tour through the Jazz Road initiative. While this is not a direct grant, participating venues may benefit from reduced or subsidized artist fees when artists receive Jazz Road funding for tours that include their site. The goal is to facilitate new connections, bring jazz to both traditional and underserved settings, and foster vibrant jazz programming nationwide. --- ## Due Dates - Rolling application; there are no deadlines—venues and presenters may express interest and join the network at any time. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no direct funding awarded to presenters/venues through this call. - Venues and presenters may be included in Jazz Road artist tours, which can result in partial or fully subsidized artist fees if the artist is awarded a Jazz Road grant. - Artist fee subsidies are determined through the artist’s grant application and award; venues with smaller budgets may assume less risk due to these subsidies. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all types of presenters and venues across the United States, including: - Nonprofits, for-profits, governmental, and other organizations. - Traditional and non-traditional spaces (clubs, festivals, performing arts centers, houses of worship, community centers, galleries, restaurants, house concert series, etc.). - Urban, suburban, rural, and isolated communities. - No requirement to be based in a particular region; open nationally. - Presenters of any jazz programming frequency (from regular presenters to those interested in starting). - Both established and new-to-jazz presenters are encouraged to participate. --- ## Application Process - Complete the online [Presenter/Venue Interest Form](https://goo.gl/forms/9Izbl9KH7NcORcdE3) to be added to the Jazz Road network. - Information provided will be shared with artists and Regional Arts Organizations to facilitate potential tour engagements. - There is no fee to participate and no obligation to host an artist unless mutually agreed. - By joining, presenters/venues may be contacted by artists or Regional Arts Organizations to explore tour opportunities. --- ## Additional Information - Jazz Road Tours award grants directly to artists; venues benefit by being eligible for subsidized artist fees if included in an artist’s funded tour. - The program encourages jazz presentation in underserved or rural areas as well as traditional venues. - Small-budget venues are especially encouraged, as the subsidy structure is designed to reduce financial risk. - Participation raises the profile of your venue as a jazz presenter and may lead to more opportunities as the program grows. --- ## External Links - [Call for Presenters and Venues – Program Page](https://www.southarts.org/grants-opportunities/call-presenters-and-venues) - [Jazz Road Overview](https://www.southarts.org/artist-grants-fellowships/jazz-road/about-jazz-road) - [Presenter/Venue Interest Form](https://goo.gl/forms/9Izbl9KH7NcORcdE3) - [Jazz Road Main Site](http://www.jazzroad.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | South Arts | 1800 Peachtree Street Northwest, Suite 808, Atlanta, GA 30309 | | Phone | 404-874-7244 | | Contact Form | [South Arts Contact Page](https://www.southarts.org/contact) | ---

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