Songwriters Hall of Fame

Songwriters Hall of Fame
AbbreviationSHOF
Formation1969
Founder
  • Johnny Mercer
  • Abe Olman
  • Howie Richmond
Type
  • Non-profit organization
  • Music organization
PurposeHonor songwriters; support and develop songwriting talent
HeadquartersNew York, United States
Region served
Worldwide
President and CEO
Linda Moran
Websitesonghall.org

The Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF) is an American institution founded in 1969 by songwriter Johnny Mercer, music publisher/songwriter Abe Olman, and publisher/executive Howie Richmond to honor those whose work preserves and advances the heritage of English-language popular music. In addition to celebrating renowned songwriters, the organization supports the development of new songwriting talent through workshops, showcases, and scholarships. Nile Rodgers, since 2018, has been Chairman.