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The correct pronunciation for 'Niets' sounds like 'Nites'.
The name carries a deeply personal meaning: it is the Founder’s family name spelled backwards — a quiet tribute to the generations whose love for the arts shaped her life. Naming the Foundation “Niets” honors that lineage and reflects a belief that music, culture, and heritage live through the people who protect and pass them on.
Yes, the Niets Foundation is proud to be recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This designation means that we are a nonprofit entity, and contributions made to Niets Foundation are tax-deductible to the donor to the extent allowed by law.
Our 501(c)(3) status reflects our dedication to fostering arts and culture, with a special focus on music, through charitable and educational initiatives. This designation highlights our commitment to enriching the community's cultural landscape and ensuring access to music education and experiences for all.
If you require our IRS determination letter or any additional information for your records, please feel free to contact us at helpdesk@nietsfoundation.org. We are grateful for your support and commitment to our cause.
No. The Niets Foundation does not engage in music production or commercial recording.
Selected musical works featured on this site were recreated or remastered by Beret Publishing’s Beret Music division, which focuses on bringing overlooked compositions back to life through professional production.
Beret Publishing has generously granted the Foundation limited-use access to certain works for nonprofit educational, scholarly, and public-benefit purposes.
Any organization seeking to use these works must apply through the Foundation for approval via our educational-use application.
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We welcome suggestions from scholars, educators, families, and community members. If you know of an overlooked composer or manuscript that aligns with our mission, please email us at helpdesk@nietsfoundation.org.
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The Niets Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and operates separately from Beret Publishing.
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