In June 2020, Project 440 launched Project 440: Online, a virtual summer camp, in partnership with the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s YOLA National (Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles). We are thrilled to announce that the camp was a huge success and included nearly 100 students from 16 different states across the country. The camp was a huge success for all involved: students, parents, and teaching artists. Check out a few of these comments!
“I really enjoyed the thoughtful discussions that I had with my TA and small group. Before starting this program, I was kind of going crazy with all of the current events… I found myself feeling powerless to make a change in communities consisting of BIPOC (Black & Indigenous People of Color). I finally feel like I have the tools in order to work towards making an impact within my community even if it takes years, I know I will do it.”
- Student“They are learning so much each week, and are feeling very inspired about their future. They really enjoy their small group sessions because it's more one-on-one learning and it's easier to communicate… This is a great program for my kids and I would love for them to come back next year. Thank you for giving them the opportunity to participate in this program.”
- Parent“Project 440 should be a requirement for all high school and college music students. There is nothing more powerful than equipping young people with the skills to re-frame their strengths and passions to do good and give back to their community.”
- Teaching Artist
Pictured: Teaching Artist, Hanul Park, leads her student group during their Friday breakout session, reviewing the topics discussed throughout the week.
As part of the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s YOLA At Home program, the Project 440 Team and program alumni hosted a session describing how our unique youth development curriculum uplifts and builds agency in the young people we serve. Claire Casanova, a Project 440 alumna, shared “Project 440 gave me a chance to use my own voice and talent—not just to entertain, but to help others.”
Throughout August, all donations up to our $10,000 goal will be matched by a generous donor and our Board of Directors. We need your support to continue making this positive and essential impact in young people’s lives. Click the button below to donate and click the video below to watch our full presentation on Project 440’s mission and programming.
