Edward Jones has donated more than $800,000 to the Arts and Education Council (A&E) this year in support of arts and arts education organizations throughout the bi-state area. The majority of the funds were raised through Workplace Giving Campaigns at Edward Jones’ corporate headquarters. A&E provides financial, technical and educational support for arts organizations throughout the community. Its grants help provide experiences in music, theater, dance, film, literary arts and visual arts for those living in urban, suburban and rural areas. Edward Jones has donated more than $7 million to A&E since 1978. Â