The New York Youth Symphony is an independent, not-for-profit institution dedicated to enriching the lives of young people through the study and performance of music. Your support helps provide young musicians with high-quality music experiences, all while keeping these opportunities tuition-free.
A $3.5 million commitment to the future of our talented young musicians focusing on access, excellence and infrastructure.
The future of music making nationwide begins with the opportunities and dreams realized here. The annual fund supports general operations of the New York Youth Symphony allowing us to provide scholarships of up to $6,000 per student annually. Any amount counts. Donations to the Annual Fund support:
The Endowment Fund ensures that the New York Youth Symphony is able to continue its vital mission of providing outstanding performance and learning opportunities for the next generation.
When you include us in your long-term plans, you join forward-thinking supporters who care about the future of NYYS. Our members have the satisfaction of knowing that they are ensuring our continued success by providing a lasting legacy for music education.
Via Phone or Mail
Donations can also be made over the phone by calling (212) 581-5933, or via mail by sending your donation to:
110 W. 40th Street, Suite 505
New York, NY 10018
All gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. We accept gifts by check, stock donation, or credit card. For assistance making your donation, please email Betsy Maury at bmaury[at]nyys[dot]org.
Instructions for Donation of Stock
Transmittal letter
A letter to the New York Youth Symphony is essential, indicating (a) the number of shares, (b) the value of the stock on the date of transfer, and (c) the purpose of the donation (general operations, benefit, reserve or endowment funds, or a combination).
New York Youth Symphony
attn: John Kilkenny, Executive Director
Jkilkenny[at] nyys [dot] org
110 W. 40 St., Suite 505
New York, NY 10018
the cost of our registration fee for students who can't afford it
age of the youngest student on our Grammy-winning album
students annually
number of concerts NYYS students perform annually
Donate today and help support our students continue their journey and become a part of our community of musicians and change the landscape of what the musical world look like today.
DonateExperience all the hard work, practice and rehearsals that our students take on and show up to see them perform at one of our many concerts throughout the season.
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