We host and sponsor educational and community-based musical performances that serve and enrich communities across Oakland and beyond.
Our scholarship funds tuition to private music lessons, group music classes, and performance opportunities for Oakland youth.
Educator grants are for independent instructors, local music schools, and public/charter schools serving Oakland youth. Our grants provide financial support for students to participate in group music programs and performance experiences.
We host and sponsor educational and community-based musical performances that serve and enrich communities across Oakland and beyond.
Through donated instruments and the purchase of new ones, the Foundation ensures young musicians in need have access to quality instruments they can learn and grow with.
RECENT EVENTS
Join us on Saturday, March 7 at the lake for a special Cars and Coffee meetup! Gather in community to remember Dwayne on the anniversary of his passing, and celebrate his legacy, dedicated to expanding arts access and opportunity for youth across Oakland.
Head over to 500 Grand Avenue and start your morning with a free cup of Red Bay Coffee, generously sponsored by the Dwayne P. Wiggins Trust (first 250 customers while supplies last). Bring your ride and join in the showcase of cars.
Come out from 8:00am to 10:00am and vibe with us to the sounds of Dwayne’s favorite songs as we celebrate his life and love of community. We hope to see you there!
Celebrating the launch of the Dwayne P. Wiggins Foundation.
Learn about our work to support and promote music education for Oakland youth.
By invitation only. Please contact veleta@dpwmusicfoundation.org for details.
