Goals

To educate and enlighten the Richmond metropolitan area and surrounding region on the Blues and its importance in the development of American music, culture and society and to entertain with the many variations and genres that comprise Blues music.

Create and maintain an educational program titled Blues in the Schools (BITS.) BITS purpose is to promote and educate youth in the Richmond region on the impact of Blues on culture, society and music through outreach to private and public schools and organizations.

Foster local musicians' participation in Blues music by holding a Blues Challenge. The purpose of the challenge is to select artists to represent RCBS at the annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN in accordance with national rules of the blues society contest.

Plan, organize, implement and promote Blues concerts in the Richmond metropolitan area. Collaborate with other public or private entities in conducting various events that promote the Blues.