ArtistYear

About ArtistYear

ArtistYear is a dedicated service organization that champions the belief that arts education is a fundamental right for all children, regardless of their economic background. Founded by Margo Drakos and Elizabeth Warshawer, this innovative program recruits and trains exceptional artists to serve as full-time AmeriCorps Resident Teaching Artists in Title I schools. Since its inception in 2016, ArtistYear has expanded its reach across eight regions in seven states, impacting the lives of thousands of students.

Impact of ArtistYear

With a commitment to delivering quality arts education, ArtistYear has placed 424 Resident Teaching Artists in over 188 Title I schools, reaching approximately 87,000 students and providing more than 533,100 hours of arts education.

Why Donate to ArtistYear?

Your generous contributions to ArtistYear help bridge the gap in K-12 education by ensuring that low-income students have access to the transformative benefits of arts education. Donations support the expansion of arts programming in underserved communities, nurturing a new generation of engaged citizen-artists.

Get Involved Today!

Join the movement to empower students through the arts. Donate cryptocurrency or cash to ArtistYear and help create a brighter future for children in need. Every contribution makes a difference!