Jazz Touring Network

About this program

The **Jazz Touring Network (JTN)**, supported by the Mid Atlantic Arts and funded through the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Engagement Program, fosters professional development and collaborative touring initiatives for jazz artists. The program provides performance grants up to $3,000, covering up to 50% of engagement fees, to support curated jazz tours. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, government units, and federally recognized tribal governments located in the Mid-Atlantic region, including Delaware, Maryland, New York, and others, with a three-year history of presenting multiple touring artists annually. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to jazz programming and collaboration within the network.