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With a one-time or monthly gift, you help students reach for the stars. Want to deepen your impact? Scroll down to join the Maker’s Circle and support the next generation of creatives.

The Makers Circle

Join a powerful giving community fueling our mission to unlock life-changing opportunities for over 1,500 young people this year.

Your support provides mentorship, art supplies, stipends, studio visits with working artists, paid internships, career visits at top creative companies, and access to creative tools and technology — everything a young person needs to thrive creatively and professionally.

Artist credit: Sara A, The Dancer, 2024

Dream Maker

Supports a high schooler’s full journey in our program, from mentorship to college and career preparation.
$
10,000
USD
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Culture Maker

Empowers students to build creative confidence and friendships through skill-building workshops.
$
5,000
USD
Donate

Path Maker

Covers the stipend for a student's first internship, helping them gain professional experience and build their resume.
$
2,500
USD
Donate

Impact Maker

Connects students to after-school art workshops and 1:1 mentorship.
$
1,000
USD
Donate

Move Maker

Ensures access by covering metro cards to support a student's transportation needs.
$
500
USD
Donate

Change Maker

Welcomes a new student into our community with art materials to get started.
$
100
USD
Donate

The Makers Circle Community Benefits

$10,000 - Dream Maker
All previous benefits +
Two (2) complimentary tickets to the Annual Art Auction cocktail reception

$5,000 - Culture Maker
All previous benefits +
Complimentary subscriptions to Puck, Cultured, NY Magazine
Access to complimentary Art Fair Passes
Two (2) complimentary tickets to the annual Patron Circle cocktail party

$2,500 - Path Maker
All previous benefits +
Discounted tickets to the annual Patron Circle cocktail party
Invitations to exclusive artist salons

$1,000 - Impact Maker
All previous benefits +
One (1) piece of Student Artwork

$500 - Move Maker
Previous benefit +
One (1) complimentary Free Arts NYC tote bag or t-shirt

$100 - Change Maker
Recognition on the Free Arts NYC website and in our Annual Report

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