Art and Mentorship for NYC Kids
With ECHOage, group gift funds can be split to support the charity while still celebrating the party; your support provides arts education, trained Volunteer Mentors, professional Teaching Artists, educator-vetted curricula, and art supplies to over 2,000 underserved NYC children and families across 31 partner agencies.
Start a celebration that supports Free Arts NYC
How it works for you
Start a better birthday
Choose your design, add your party details, and feature Free Arts NYC as your charity
One simple group gift
Guests contribute online instead of bringing separate presents — simple, meaningful, and clutter-free
Give and celebrate
Contributions are split between your gift and Free Arts NYC, with funds sent directly to both
It only takes a few minutes to get started
Start Your PartyWhat your party does
Free Arts NYC creates hands-on creative experiences, positive adult mentorship, and stable on-site programs that foster self-confidence and resiliency for at-risk youth across New York City.
Arts Education Access
Delivers educator-vetted arts curricula and art supplies to underserved children at partner sites across New York City.
Paired Mentors
Maintains a 1:3 volunteer-to-youth ratio so participants are paired with trained Volunteer Mentors as positive adult role models.
Teaching Artists
Engages professional Teaching Artists to lead creative programming that helps youth build self-confidence and resiliency.
Partner Agencies
Runs five core programs on-site at 31 partner agencies, including schools, homeless shelters, and housing facilities.
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