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Yes. Jazzway Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law, less the fair market value of any benefits you receive.

For example, a Gold Level contribution of $3,000 includes four concert tickets and two drinks at each concert. The estimated fair market value of these benefits is approximately $360–$440 ($320–$400 for tickets plus about $40 for beverages).

Based on those estimates, approximately $2,560–$2,640 of your $3,000 contribution would be tax deductible. The exact deductible amount will be stated in your donation acknowledgment for your tax records.

Your donation directly supports the artists and programs that make Jazzway possible. It helps fund artist fees, professional video and audio recording, hospitality, and the operating expenses required to present each concert.

While ticket sales are essential, they cover only about 30% of the cost of producing a Jazzway concert. The remaining 70% comes from the generosity of donors, sponsors, and grant funding.

Your support does more than help us present exceptional live performances. It enables us to:

• Present world-class jazz concerts in an intimate setting.

• Preserve a growing archive of professionally recorded performances for future educational and historical use.

• Pay artists fair, professional fees that reflect their years of training, dedication, and artistry.

• Build a vibrant community that celebrates and sustains jazz in Baltimore.

When you make a gift, you become part of the Jazzway family — a community committed to ensuring that extraordinary artists can thrive, not merely survive. Together, we're helping create a future where fewer talented musicians have to live the "starving artist" life.

Absolutely! Volunteers are an important part of the Jazzway family. Because our concerts are carefully coordinated, we seek volunteers who can commit to helping at several concerts throughout the season.

Current volunteer opportunities include:

• Kitchen Team — Assist our paid kitchen staff with setup, light food preparation, dessert service, and cleanup. We typically need 2–3 volunteers to work alongside our professional kitchen team.

• Bartenders — We currently have two regular volunteer bartenders and are looking for a third regular bartender, plus a few backups.

• Guest Greeters — Welcome guests, assist with check-in, and help create a warm first impression. We're looking for one additional regular greeter and backup volunteers.

• General Event Support — Our "at-large" volunteers assist wherever help is needed, including supporting our technical team, helping the kitchen staff, and running supplies between floors.

If you enjoy great music, meeting new people, and being part of a welcoming community, we'd love to have you join our volunteer team.

Yes. We gratefully accept a variety of in-kind donations that help reduce our operating costs and enhance the concert experience. Our greatest current needs include:

• Event photography

• Meals and refreshments for our guest musicians

• Grant writing assistance

• Administrative and clerical support

• Marketing and promotional services

In appreciation of your generosity, we are often able to offer concert tickets or other benefits in exchange for qualifying in-kind donations. If you have a skill, service, or resource you'd like to contribute, we'd love to hear from you.