Programs
Foundation for New American Art is a non profit 501(c)(3)
We bring art and music to low income, at-risk children.We offer self-expression as an alternative to gang violence, drugs and crime.
Our programs:
Paint Brushes Not Guns, a free afterschool program.
Lower East Side Children's Chorus
Interdisciplinary Music, Art, Dance, Languages, Math and Motivation After School
Children of the River
Community Creativity - Saturday Workshops
Performance Art Workshops - All Ages
The Cool School
The Color Wheel a free, fun streaming, educational and cultural children's TV show
We engage children in experiences that reinforce a positive personal identity, strong peer relationships, quality skill development in the arts, and a powerful sense of community responsibility.
Our teachers are trained to nurture, educate and support the artists of tomorrow.
Studies show that art and music education improve cognitive function, memory and social skills.
Children are the most important thing in the world.
All children are precious. It is our honor to serve them.
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