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There is no one like her - Janet Julian
Three hundred and fifty people gathered at the Alberta Rose Theater on April 12 to celebrate the remarkable life and spirit of Janet Julian.
JWF ANNUAL REPORT 2025
In 2025, we reached a milestone that redefines what the Jeremy Wilson Foundation is capable of.
The Healing Power of Music
Musicians On Call has started its first Portland program, bringing music to the bedside of VA patients. Ready to expand, MOC is looking for volunteers to experience the joy of connection. The most pressing need is for volunteer guides who accompany volunteer musicians on their rounds.
The Boogie Cat Cares
The last sentence on Norman Sylvester’s website bio page is this: The Boogie Cat is your friend.
And that about sums it up. Just by nature of you breathing and walking this earth, Norman, The Boogie Cat, will consider you a friend and do whatever he can to help. We are so lucky that he lives in Portland, and that he brings his music and his love to all of us following his 80th birthday, as he has done all the previous years of his life. READ MORE
James Low’s BIG Show
Join James and his all-star band—featuring Jesse Emerson (bass), Ned Folkerth (drums), Ian Miller(guitar), Paul Brainard (pedal steel, horns), Kathryn Claire (fiddle, vocals), Lewi Longmire (guitar, organ, vocals), Jenny Conlee (piano, keys, accordion) and the Paul Brainard Horns—for a special evening celebrating music, community, and joy in the depths of winter. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music!
Janet Julian: Guided by angels
Since the JWF’s beginnings, Janet has donated her amazing artwork to support the foundation. She is a tireless volunteer, as well, staffing merch tables and helping out at any JWF event she can get to, to talk up the organization and encourage support.
Norm Eder’s stunning visual images support music and The JWF
How did a history Ph.D. who spent his career advocating on issues of public importance become one of our community’s favorite photographers – and expand the community that benefit from The JWF’s service?
Knot Springs: For health, for community and for kindness
Knot Springs - Every summer, this extraordinary wellness facility donates 20 percent of the proceeds from its concert series to The Jeremy Wilson Foundation. Catch a concert in August and hear an exciting selection of musicians while enjoying a view of Portland’s skyline.
Swan Songs: Music for the heart, from the heart
The JWF welcomes Swan Songs to Portland. The Jeremy Wilson Foundation considers Swan Songs to be an organization of kindred spirits.