The Japanese American National Museum in downtown Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo district has received a $2.55 million grant from the Perenchio Foundation to support museum operations over three years.
“We are immensely grateful to the Perenchio Foundation for this extraordinary investment in JANM to amplify our voice and examine how the lives, experiences, and culture of Japanese Americans intersect and resonate with the experiences of the many marginalized communities in the United States, past and present,” JANM President and CEO Ann Burroughs said. “Ours is an American story, and with this generous support, we will share it with hope and inspiration for generations to come.”
The Perenchio Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations that foster and support visual and performing arts in Los Angeles, particularly in historically underfunded communities.
“Local arts organizations are at the very heart of LA’s vibrant creative scene. They help drive our economy, create new opportunities, and deepen cultural empathy,” Perenchio Foundation Executive Director Stephania Ramirez said. “We are investing in these vital organizations to help them build a foundation to thrive and grow.”
JANM was established in 1985, and opened to the public in 1992.