Arts Education for Underserved Los Angeles Youth

Closing the Arts Education Gap with High-Impact Visual & Performing Arts

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Ensure All Students Have Access to the Arts

Fresh off a milestone 40th year of service in what was a very successful 2024–25 school year, we know the impact City Hearts makes. 80% of our recent student survey respondents reported having no access to the Arts outside of City Hearts.

For 40 years, City Hearts: Kids Say YES to the Arts has been that access, delivering free, high-impact Visual and Performing Arts programs and experiences to underserved elementary, middle, and high school students across Los Angeles County.

We go beyond the classroom, providing Creative Career Exposure and opportunities for students to share and expand their artistry through Field Trips, Guest Artist Masterclasses, and Culminating Showcases.

During the 2024–25 school year, we served 1,000 students in over 1,000 classes, including 17 field trips and 4 masterclasses.

Now, as we launch our 2025–26 school year, your support is more important than ever. Help us continue to inspire creativity, confidence, and opportunity for the youth who need it most by donating today.