Our Mission
Rooted in the belief that music is a vital and universal source of connection, joy, and meaning, Harper House Music Foundation (HHMF) seeks to be an agent of change by facilitating efforts that help artists share their work, lead stable and healthy lives, and preserve their unique legacies.
HHMF’s approach is centered around grantmaking to organizations serving musicians, and investments that address "need gaps" where infrastructure and funding are lacking.
Through radical collaboration and strategic stewardship of resources, HHMF contributes to a diverse music landscape where all artists can flourish, inspiring audiences and ultimately enriching our collective well-being.
Artists We’ve
Worked With
Our Partners
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Americana Music Foundation
Preserving Americana music through education, the AMF strengthens the appreciation of cultural heritage, shining a light on inspiration, and promoting the engagement of future creators.
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Backline
Providing mental health and wellness resources for music industry professionals and their families, Backline is building a safer and more supportive music industry.
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Berklee NYC
Offering a one-year master’s degree program with three distinct specializations, Berklee NYC seeks to build a rich and vibrant community to nurture talent, elevate our community, and better our world.
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Biscuits & Banjos Festival
A music festival curated by GRAMMY & Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens, and dedicated to the reclamation and exploration of Black music, art, and culture in her home state of North Carolina.
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Bob Dylan Center
The Bob Dylan Center offers unprecedented access to the creative life of one of America’s most important and influential artists.
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Chicago Children's Theatre
Chicago Children's Theatre inspires children and families to lead lives of adventure, courage, and curiosity, and supports an innovative children’s program from Natalie Merchant.
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Criterion Theatre
The Art Deco 1932 Criterion Theatre serves the Bar Harbor, Maine, community as a beacon of the arts on Mount Desert Island and the surrounding area.
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Neal Casal Music Foundation
Preserving the legacy of Neal Casal by inspiring future musicians and bringing mental health support to musicians already on the path.
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Newport Festivals Foundation
Creating moments of hope through expanding the cultural significance of the Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals, and creating impactful music education and artist programs.
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RiverFest FPS (For Pete's Sake)
Creating and operating a multi-cultural music festival — the Hudson River Music Festival — dedicated to educating attendees about environmental issues, and preserving the legacy of Pete and Toshi Seeger.
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Salt Lick Incubator
Supporting aspiring musicians in the early stages of their creative journeys, and seeking to help musicians develop artistically, maintain their well-being, and forge viable careers.
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Unmanageable Arts
Supporting artists and projects that connect across discipline, history, culture, and community through creative project management and fundraising support.
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Woody Guthrie Center
American Song Archives presents the largest collection of Woody Guthrie primary resource materials in the world, preserving the legacy of America’s great songwriters.