The Foundation

The NJF Scholarship Foundation, Corp enables talented young musicians in Norwalk, CT to pursue their dreams of becoming professional artists through financial support. The Foundation opens doors by providing cash for music education while enrolled in a college/university degree program or professional training program in their artistic discipline.

The nonprofit education organization was founded in 2007 by the Grant family. Their vision is to help to fill the tremendous void in arts education left by the lack of sufficient music scholarships. Their commitment is to offer Norwalk's most promising young musicians college level training by America's jazz masters and to support public school-based jazz education programs for young people in Norwalk.

Funding and Scholarship Awards

Funding for the NJF Scholarship Foundation, Corp comes primarily from supporters of the Norwalk Jazz Festival, its Sponsors and Contributors.

The NJF Scholarship Foundation, Corp Award Committee makes awards on the basis of merit and need combined. The total amount of aid provided depends on the student's artistic promise and school record, and on the financial circumstances of the student and his or her family. To apply for financial aid, new students should complete the NJF Scholarship Foundation Application by June 30th.

Students receiving financial assistance must maintain good academic standing and satisfactory progress in accordance with the standards set forth by the NJF Scholarship Foundation, Corp.

The NJF Scholarship Foundation, Corp does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, political beliefs, national origin or disability.

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