Menu About Us Watch YoungArts supports artists. For many young people, applying to YoungArts may be the first step in affirming “I am an artist.” YoungArts is one of the only organizations in the U.S. that supports artists across 10 disciplines at all stages of development, beginning with the critical moment when they decide to pursue a life in the arts, and continuing throughout their careers. Mission and Values History Every year thousands of performing, visual and literary artists age 15-18 apply to YoungArts through our national competition. Finalists attend National YoungArts Week to collaborate with peers and develop their crafts with internationally recognized leaders in their fields. Finalists in their senior year are further eligible for nomination as a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts—one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students. All award winners—including Finalist, Merit and Honorable Mention award levels—receive mentorship and financial awards; gain access to a lifetime of creative, professional development and funding opportunities; and become part of an uplifting, inter-generational community that helps artists connect, create and collaborate. National YoungArts Week Creative and Professional Development Community of Artists Our Impact Financial awards, mentorship, space grants, community, and a continued investment in creative and professional development opportunities for award winners are the pillars of our programs. Here’s a tiny snapshot of what happens at YoungArts: Since 1981 U.S. foundations serving young artists in 10 artistic disciplines 1 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts 820 Award Winners Around the World 20,000+ 2020-2021 Season Artists Impacted 1,000+ Grants & Awards $1,061,100+ Programs & Opportunities 369+ Guest Artists & Mentors 400+ YoungArts can open up doors for you that you didn’t even know were there. It can connect you to others who will then be a part of your life for the rest of your life.” — Shamel Pitts (2003 Dance) The National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists → 2100 Biscayne Boulevard Miami, FL 33137 1.800.970.ARTS (2787) info@youngarts.org Contact FAQ COVID-19 Safety Policy Educators Careers Media Accessibility Terms and Privacy Audited Financials Form 990 Annual Report (2019-2020) © 2021 YoungArts