Below is a list of organizations involved in the revitalization of New Orleans.
Actor's Fund of America
Provides a broad spectrum of social, health, employment, and housing programs that address the critical needs of entertaiment
industry professionals.
American Federation of Musicians Local 174-496
The local musicians union has provided a myriad of services to New Orleans musicians and their families.
Arabi Wrecking Krewe
This musician-run organization guts and/or repairs homes for New Orleans musicians one nail at a time.
Associated Catholic Charities
One of the largest providers of health and human services in the Gulf South.
Congo Square Project Foundation
Charity set up by Los Angeles, CA drummer-producer Fabian Jolivet to raise support for the New Orleans' musicians in need
Jazz Foundation of America
Proactively addressing the needs of struggling jazz musicians.
The Jazz Network
An online network for Jazz musicians
Louisiana Public Health Institute
A mental health program addressing the psychological challenges of our community.
Louisiana Spirit
Promote and improve the health and quality of life in Louisiana through public-private partnering at the community, parish and state levels.
MusiCares
Focuses on human service issues that directly impact the health and welfare of the music community.
Music Maker
Helps the true pioneers and forgotten heroes of Southern music gain recognition and meet their day-to-day needs.
Mystic Knights of the Mau Mau
Cultural organization dedicated to preserving and presenting the rich history of American roots music.
Neighborhood Housing Services of New Orleans
Provides a wide range of home ownership services through partnerships with local businesses and financial institutions.
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation
Preservation and promotion of jazz music in New Orleans through education and community projects.
New Orleans Musicians Hurricane Relief Fund
A close-knit NOMC partner, NOMHRF is actively reviving the local music culture through a variety of programs.
OffBeat Magazine
New Orleans' premier music magazine offering information on gigs and other resources for musicians.
Renew Our Music
Providing humanitarian outreach to musicians and reviving New Orleans' rich music culture.
The Red Cross
Humanitarian organization providing disaster relief and emergency preparedness.
Sweet Home New Orleans
Another close-knit NOMC partner, Sweet Home programs are designed to facilitate the return of displaced New Orleans musicians, Mardi Gras Indians and Social Aid and Pleasure Clubs.
St. Anna's Episcopal Church
Hosts the "Mission for Musicians" weekly series of health, occupational and emotional support for our beloved musicians.
Tipitina's Foundation
Provides a variety of services and events to aid musicians and uphold the cultural traditions of New Orleans.
Volunteers In Medicine
Promotes the development of a national network of free clinics using retired medical and lay volunteers to ensure that everyone in a community has access to health care.
WWOZ Radio
Listener-supported volunteer-operated radio station in New Orleans, playing popular and rare music found nowhere but here.

Photo by Syndey Byrd.
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