Help young creatives find their sound and build their future.

A first beat. A first performance. A first paid gig. Each can be the moment a young person begins to see what’s possible for their future.

At Building Beats, young people make music alongside working artists, build confidence, and gain the skills and connections to turn creative passion into career possibilities.

Your gift helps fund:

• Creative Technology in public schools:

  Affordable, hands-on bbWorkshops that bring creative exposure and resources to students in underfunded public schools.

• Creative career preparation at BRIC:

  A welcoming space where young people build confidence, find community, and prepare for meaningful creative careers through bbLeaders.

• Technology for young creatives:

  Reliable, up-to-date equipment that puts professional tools within reach and helps young people build their skills in real-time.

• Guidance for the next step:

  Personalized, encouraging support that helps high school students and young adults navigate college, explore careers, and pursue paid opportunities.

Hands-on learning

Your gift can go twice as far through December 31, while matching funds remain. Choose a suggested amount or enter your own.

12,600+

young people reached since 2013

1,500–2,000

young people served each year across all programs

Space to learn.
People to grow with.
Room to be heard.

There’s so much talent in our community. Let’s help it grow.