The High Sierra Foundation was established in 2003 to raise awareness and funds for worthwhile organizations related to music, art, education and social justice. A portion of each High Sierra Music Festival ticket purchase directly benefits the High Sierra Foundation. In 2005 the High Sierra Foundation established a special fund to give direct aid to those affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, and thanks to support from the High Sierra community we've been able to donate much-needed funds to the New Orleans music community. Direct aid grants were given to more than a dozen recipients. We have also donated to Plumas Rural Services, Women's Mountain Passages, Plumas Arts Art Education Program, Alameda Food Bank, Alameda Meals on Wheels, and Conscious Alliance.

In response to the Haitian earthquake, the High Sierra Foundation is supporting Grassroots United, led by HSMF staffer Sam Bloch.

The High Sierra Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3). All donations are tax deductible.

Thank you for your generosity and support.