The Songbook Academy® is a national summer music intensive for young singers who have an interest in the American Songbook. more
This program offers music therapy-based experiences for people with Alzheimer's, dementia and other neurodegenerative conditions. more
Includes over 40,000 pieces of sheet music, 500+ arrangements written for Bob and Dolores Hope, Sandler & Young, Dinah Washington, Bing Crosby, and mo ... more
The Archives & Library is free and open to the public. All materials are non-circulating and may be used only within the Archives & Library facility.. ... more
Our current exhibit explores the intersection of entertainment, politics and patriotism on the American Musical Stage... more
Take advantage of an exciting new way to learn about the Songbook through the Meredith Willson Digital Collection... more
Hall of Fame inductees are chosen based on factors including musical influence on other artists, length and depth of career, superiority in style and ... more
From Rita Moreno to Cole Porter... check out the incredible array of artists and songwriters who have been inducted into the Songbook Hall of Fame... more
The “Great American Songbook” is the canon of the most important and influential American popular songs and jazz standards from the early 20th century ... more
The Great American Songbook Foundation is proud to be one of five GRAMMY Museum Cultural Affiliates located globally, including... more
The Great American Songbook Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the music of the Great American Songbook.
Your Individual Partner contribution is 100% tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. View the Foundation’s Gift Acceptance Policy here.
Our Mission
The mission of the Great American Songbook Foundation is to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook.
Contact Us
Questions about Individual Giving:
Kendra Latta
317.819.3528
KLatta@TheCenterPresents.org
Questions about Corporate or Foundation Giving:
Braden Hurley
317.819.3519
BHurley@TheCenterPresents.org
Giving gifts of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and IRA required minimum distributions has the potential to substantially reduce your income taxes while providing tremendous philanthropic support.
Simply contact your broker with the account numbers below. We'll take care of the details for you.
Instructions for Transfers of Securities:
First Clearing DTC 0141
The Center for the Performing Arts
Account #1344-9432
Please note: Stock gifts made to the Great American Songbook Foundation must be processed via the account titled "The Center for the Performing Arts". Despite the account title, your gift will support the Foundation. Please feel free to contact our Development office to confirm upon transfer.
Please contact Marissa Nielsen, Individual Giving Officer at 317.844.9454 or MNielsen@TheSongbook.org for more information, or to notify the Foundation of a gift transfer.
*This material is for information purposes and not tax or accounting advice. Please consult your tax advisor.
In response to the COVID-19 health crisis, the Songbook Foundation has suspended programming & events through May 11. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this situation, and we urge all to follow guidelines provided by public health authorities.
Make an impact. Throughout history, music has served to bring solace and healing in times of need. Your support of Great American Songbook Foundation will support our programs in the coming months, enabling the Songbook’s continued positive impact on many lives. You can make a tax-deductible contribution to support the Songbook Foundation during this time of uncertainty. Give here.
