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.
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 $5,000 per student annually.
Make a DonationMany employers will match your gift, thereby doubling or tripling the impact of your donation! Please check with your employer to see whether it offers a matching gift program. Often times, you will be required to submit a form to your employer with your donation amount and the date you made your gift.
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 Shauna Quill at squill[at]nyys[dot]org.
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age of the youngest student on our Grammy-winning album
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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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