25 Years of Making Artistic Noise

Since 2001, Artistic Noise has created pathways for system-impacted young people to heal, make art, earn income, and become leaders.

Help us raise $50,000 by December 31 to invest in the next generation.

We provide paid studio work for systems-impacted teens and young adults at $17.50 per hour, free art therapy, Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) programming at the Midtown Community Justice Center, and long-term alumni residencies. 

The program serves more than 500 participants annually. Over half of our staff are former participants.

Our Impact:

Rebecca (26)

“When I joined Artistic Noise, I had just spent about 14 months in a residential treatment center. I was coming out of a difficult and disorienting time and had missed out on forming social connections during adolescence. Artistic Noise gave me a support system. 

Working with Artistic Noise has strengthened my sense of self. I’m proud of who I am and how others see me: dependable and responsible. The support I received helped me develop these qualities, and they continue to create opportunities for me.

I feel confident in imagining my future. I’m no longer thinking from a place of limitation, but from a place of possibility. I can envision what I want for my life and how it contributes to the world."

Individual supporters like yourself play a critical role in sustaining the studio programs, youth stipends, and long-term artist development initiatives. Join us today and help us keep making another 25 years of Artistic Noise!

$25 supports a week of metrocards for a participant to come work with us

$50 gets a professional-grade set of acrylic paints, a large canvas, and brushes

$100 stocks the hygiene closet with essential items for participants for one month

$250 is a bi-weekly paycheck for a participant of Art & Entrepreneurship

$500 will provide a monthly stipend for an Alumni Artist in Residence

$1000 provides the supplies needed for one month of art making

Want to make your impact ongoing? A monthly gift of $25, $50, or $100 provides reliable support Artistic Noise can count on throughout the year.

As we look towards the next 25 years of Artistic Noise, join us and support our programs and participants. Your donation allows us to envision brighter days for us all.