MAKING A DIFFERENCE

At the Institute, we believe that:

• Youth are filled with imagination and inspiration
• Economics and deep systemic barriers rob them of equal opportunities for creative expression and personal development
• Access to high-quality creative outlets sets them on the path to success

We’ve seen the transformational impact of the arts and we know you believe in our mission, too.

You can send a one-time contribution, or you can make an ongoing commitment to The Institute of Music for Children by making a monthly donation.

DONATE TO SUPPORT OUR PROGRAM

The Institute is now serving more than 1,000 families from a five-county area year. We subsidize the cost of our students’ tuition by two-three quarters. 

Here’s how it works: our families start the process, paying up to 25% of program costs, based on their means. Our Board of Trustees and staff meet them with a comprehensive fundraising effort that adds 75% from a broad coalition of government, foundation and business partners and community champions like you.

Your contribution can:

•  Help us purchase and maintain quality instruments for our students to learn on
• Contribute to our supplies and equipment inventory including music stands, art supplies, dance equipment, microphones and more.
• Provide a scholarship for a child to attend a group class or summer camp
• Pay our Teaching Artists and Youth Leaders a living wage

DONATE TO SUPPORT OUR FUTURE

The Institute took ownership of our three-acre campus in 2021 as a gift from the Presbytery. We are now undertaking an ambitious $15 million Campus Expansion to create a state-of-the-art cultural campus for young people.

Government funding covers the largest chunk of our budget, but we are counting on you and others who believe in our work to help build our future with us.

Your pledge can be paid over three years. We invite you to learn more about our Imagine 2026 Campaign and how you can help.

Thank you for being part of the Institute family!

 "The Institute has transformed my life and the life of my family." Natalie, an Institute Parent

“[The Institute] has helped me grow in a way never thought was in me. I was told to never give up." Katelyn, an Institute student

"Without the Institute, I wouldn't be the brave and courageous man I am today." Amahl, Teaching Artist Amahl Adams (former Institute student and Youth Leader)

 WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING EQUAL ACCESS TO THE ARTS FOR ALL CHILDRENSchool arts programs have weathered a great storm for years. Today, only 1 out of 5 urban kids has access to high quality arts programs, and afterschool lessons can cost as much as $1,000 per semester. That means that low-to-moderate income families are left out in the cold, and their kids don’t get the leg up towards college and career that a creative education offers.The Institute is now serving more than 600 of these families from a five-county area each year, at an annual cost of over $650,000.Your contribution can:

• Help us purchase and maintain quality instruments for our students to learn on
• Contribute to our supplies and equipment inventory including music stands, art supplies, dance equipment, microphones and more.
• Provide a Harmony Scholarship for a child to attend a group class or to attend summer camp
• Donate to our Endowment Fund and make a long-term investment in the Institutes future.

Here’s how it works: our families start the process, supporting their kids with more than 25% of program costs. Our Board of Trustees and staff meet them with a comprehensive fundraising effort that adds 60% from a broad coalition of government, foundation and business partners.Your gift to the Institute helps us meet our goal, creating amazing arts experiences that develop personal and community potential.SPONSORSHIPThere are many opportunities for the business community to support the powerful impact of arts education and our work at the Institute of Music for Children.  Learn how to sponsor our events and activities here.  That’s a partnership. That’s neighbors looking out for each other. That’s the Institute at work. Make a gift to the Institute today!The Institute has transformed my life and the life of my family.
Natalie, an Institute Parent
The Institute is truly a model community arts education organization.
Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation
“[The Institute] has helped me grow in a way never thought was in me. I was told to never give up.
Institute Student Katelyn