Josh Groban's Foundation Donates $1.5M for Arts Education

The Find Your Light Foundation awarded grants to 257 nonprofits across 40 states.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:18pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of sparkling sequins or stage lights, capturing the vibrant energy and glamour of live performance in a high-contrast, abstract composition.The Find Your Light Foundation's grants will help bring the magic of the performing arts to students across the country.El Paso Today

The Find Your Light Foundation, founded by performer Josh Groban, has awarded over $1.5 million in grants to 257 nonprofit organizations in 40 states to support arts education programs for over 600,000 K-12 students. The grants will help ensure access to high-quality instruction in theater, dance, music, photography, visual art, and creative writing.

Why it matters

The donation from Groban's foundation highlights the ongoing need for funding and resources to support arts education, especially in underserved communities where arts programs are often the first to face budget cuts. The grants will help expand access to transformative creative experiences for youth across the country.

The details

The Find Your Light Foundation selected the grantees through a competitive review process. Funding comes from the Groban family and other supporters of the foundation. The grants will support a wide range of arts disciplines, including theater, dance, music, photography, visual art, and creative writing.

  • The grants were awarded in the foundation's most recent grant cycle.

The players

The Find Your Light Foundation

A nonprofit organization founded by performer Josh Groban that is dedicated to ensuring all children have access to quality arts education.

Josh Groban

A Tony, Emmy, and five-time Grammy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, actor, and philanthropist who founded the Find Your Light Foundation.

Jeffrey Dollinger

The Executive Director of the Find Your Light Foundation.

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What they’re saying

“In these turbulent times we need the arts more than ever to help find connection and joy. These amazing organizations reflect the incredible work being done by teaching artists and educators everywhere to inspire students to explore their creative talents and dreams – especially in neighborhoods and cities where arts funding doesn't always reach those students with the greatest need. I'm honored that our Foundation can contribute toward this important goal.”

— Josh Groban, Founder and Board Member, Find Your Light Foundation

“This year's pool of grant recipients was selected from the largest number of applications for support that we've ever received. These organizations represent excellence in the delivery of arts education programs that truly change lives and span the nation from Homer, Alaska to El Paso, Texas and from Wilmington, Delaware to Oakland, California. We are grateful for the support of so many friends, donors, and fans who helped make this extraordinary year of grantmaking possible.”

— Jeffrey Dollinger, Executive Director, Find Your Light Foundation

What’s next

The Find Your Light Foundation plans to continue its grantmaking efforts to support arts education programs across the country.

The takeaway

Groban's foundation is making a significant impact by directing much-needed funding to arts education initiatives, helping to ensure that all students, regardless of their background or location, have access to transformative creative experiences.