Why Your Partnership Matters
From scholarships to homelessness prevention, we ensure that talented students can focus on their craft and future. Together, we elevate talent and expand opportunity.
What our Goals?
At The MusicSquared Foundation, our goal is simple yet powerful: to expand access and elevate talent in the arts. We believe every student, regardless of background or circumstance, deserves the opportunity to pursue their creative passions at the highest level.
We achieve this by providing merit and if applicable, needs based scholarships to every student, and by offering support services such as homelessness prevention, clothing, and essential resources to ensure that no barrier stands in the way of talent.
Our programs, including The New York Performing Arts Academy, The Conservatory at NYPAA, The NYPAA Experience, The Academy of Music Production, and FutureStar Studios, give students the training, mentorship, and opportunities needed to thrive on stage, on screen, and in the studio.
Together with our donors, partners, and community, we are building a future where creativity and opportunity are available to all.
Our Story
The MusicSquared Foundation was founded on a simple belief: talent should never be limited by circumstance. Too often, gifted young artists are held back by financial barriers, lack of access, or even basic needs. We exist to remove those barriers and create pathways to opportunity.
From our earliest programs, we have worked to ensure that every student receives both merit and if applicable needs based scholarships, along with support services like homelessness prevention, clothing, and essential resources. By meeting students where they are, and giving them what they need, we empower them to focus fully on their growth and creativity.
Today, through initiatives like The New York Performing Arts Academy, The Conservatory at NYPAA, The NYPAA Experience, The Academy of Music Production, and FutureStar Studios, we provide world-class training, mentorship, and professional opportunities to students of all ages and backgrounds.
Our story is still being written, in every performance, every song, and every life transformed. Together with our community of donors and partners, we are expanding access, elevating talent, and shaping the future of the arts.
What Your Support Makes Possible
Our vision is a world where every talented artist has access to training, resources, and opportunity, regardless of financial circumstance.
How are my donations used?
Every donation directly supports scholarships, training, and essential resources such as homelessness prevention, clothing, and meals for students in need.
Do all students receive scholarships?
Yes. Every student in our programs receives both merit and if applicable, needs based scholarships, ensuring financial circumstances never limit talent.
What programs does The MusicSquared Foundation support?
We operate The New York Performing Arts Academy, The Conservatory at NYPAA, The NYPAA Experience, The Academy of Music Production, and FutureStar Studios. We also provide homelessness prevention, food programs and other community based programs.
Can I designate my donation to a specific program?
Yes. Donors may choose to support a specific program or contribute to our general fund, which covers student scholarships and critical support services.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
The MusicSquared Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
How else can I support your mission besides donating?
You can sponsor a student, provide in-kind contributions such as clothing or equipment, or help by sharing our story with your network.
Endorsements & Spotlights
Why Donors Choose Us
"What makes The MusicSquared Foundation special is that they care about the whole person, not just the talent. From scholarships to real-life support, they make sure we succeed both on stage and in life."
"I was facing housing insecurity and didn’t know how I could keep studying. The Foundation provided direct support and connected me with resources that kept me safe and in school. Because of them, I’m still moving forward."
"After a fire destroyed our home, I thought my chance at studying the arts was over. The MusicSquared Foundation stepped in with resources, clothing, and stability so I could continue in my program. They gave me hope when I needed it most."
"As a young LGBTQ+ artist, I was nervous about finding a place where I truly belonged. The MusicSquared Foundation not only welcomed me but celebrated who I am. The support I’ve received has been life-changing."
"The Conservatory at NYPAA changed my life. I came in with raw passion but left with professional-level training, mentorship, and the confidence to pursue my dream. Without the Foundation’s scholarships, I never could have afforded this opportunity."
Empower the Future Through the Arts
Your donation provides scholarships, training, and vital support for students in need. Together, we transform lives through the power of the arts.