ColaJazz’s mission is to support and grow jazz in and around Columbia, SC through events, education, recordings, advocacy and providing a resource for all things jazz. ColaJazz promotes the values of friendship, community, passion and unity.
"All monies raised from the golf tournament will benefit our ColaJazz Outreach program which brings jazz workshops & performances into underserved elementary and middle schools, the children’s hospital, cancer centers, assisted living facilities and the like reaching people of all ages, bringing hope and healing through the music of jazz. Jazz is uplifting, instills hope, provides positive energy, fuels healing and creates a pathway to an enriched life. From a parent seeing their child light up and finding focus through the music, to a cancer patient forgetting about the pain for moment, to a troubled youth experiencing the possibilities of healthier communication and so much more, our Jazz Outreach makes a difference."
~ Mark Rapp
