ABOUT US
Founded in 2019, New Cottage Arts serves to transform lives through music and art education. Through year-round music and art classes, workshops, camps, and performances, we invest in the social, emotional, and intellectual development and health of youth and their families. By learning and creating art in a supportive, pro-social environment, our participants experience growth in responsibility, self-esteem, resilience, purpose, and community.
Our Three Pillars of Programs
In-School Time Programs
Bringing the Arts to Schools – Free In-School Programs
Out-of-School Time Programs
Creative Spaces Beyond the Classroom – empowering youth through the arts
Community Initiatives
Building Community Through the Arts – foster mental wellness, social connection, and resilience
About New Cottage Arts
New Cottage Arts (NCA) is a nonprofit dedicated to providing free, or very-low cost high-quality music and arts education to people of all ages and abilities, with a strong focus on youth mental health and wellness through the arts. We believe that creative expression is not just an outlet—it’s a lifeline, helping young people build confidence, process emotions, and foster resilience in a rapidly changing world.
Our year-round programs—ranging from music lessons and youth drumline to community art workshops and teen violence prevention initiatives—ensure that every young person has access to the healing power of the arts, regardless of financial circumstances. We fill critical gaps in arts education, creating safe spaces where youth can explore their creativity, connect with mentors, and develop tools for emotional well-being.
Through our work, we build trust, inclusivity, and resilience, empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Join us in shaping a world where mental wellness and creative expression go hand in hand, and every young person has the opportunity to thrive.
🔹 95% Free Programs | 🔹 Arts for Mental Wellness & Community Connection
Support Free Arts Education – Help Us Reach 100% Free by 2030!
At New Cottage Arts, we believe that every young person deserves access to music and arts education—regardless of their financial situation. Right now, 95% of our programs are free, and we’re committed to reaching 100% free programs by 2030.
Your donation helps us:
Expand free programs to reach more youth in need
Support mental wellness through arts-based social-emotional learning
Provide instruments, art supplies, and instruction at no cost to families
Ensure long-term sustainability so that future generations can benefit
Join us in making arts education accessible to all! Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to our goal.
Make a Difference Today!
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Become a Monthly Supporter – Ongoing gifts help sustain our programs year-round.
Share Our Mission – Spread the word and help us reach more supporters!
Thank you for believing in the power of the arts to transform lives. Together, we can make 100% free arts education a reality!
More than Music & Art
We’re one of the rare organizations that provides free high-quality music and art education to underserved students. Our students demonstrably grow emotionally, socially, and intellectually as a result of their experience with NCA, and we rigorously track our student outcomes. Our teaching artists are professionally trained by experienced pedagogues, and we focus on attracting, motivating, and retaining exceptional music teachers.
