Music & Arts
Creativity that builds confidence and community
The Challenge
Too many students never get the chance to express themselves creatively.
Arts education is often underfunded or out of reach, especially for youth in under-resourced schools. Without access to the arts, kids can miss critical opportunities to discover their identity, build confidence, and find their voice.
Students engaged in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement.
How Music & Arts Makes A Difference
Urban Ventures opens the door to music, performance, and creative expression for young people. From private lessons to group projects and artist development, we create spaces where students can explore their talents, grow skills, and share their art with others.
72% of business leaders say “creativity” is the #1 skill they seek in an employee. Arts education is a top pathway to develop this skill.
What it looks like…
Students can take instrument or vocal lessons, learn music production, explore a career as an artist, or join collaborative arts projects.
Along the way, they grow in confidence, self-expression, and join a supportive community that celebrates creativity.
“This is a second family. Being here I get to work on my heart along with my art.”
- Brandon, Hip Hop for Life student
Music & Arts help students create today and inspire tomorrow
💛 You Can Help Make This Possible
Programs like this are possible because of people who believe in the potential of every child and family we serve.
Your generosity fuels lasting change across our neighborhood and for the generations to come.