Impact You Can

Feel and Measure

Our programs don’t just feel good. They create real, measurable change in emotional health, school climate, and community connection.

Real Outcomes, Real Impact

From increased self-confidence to better emotional regulation

Here’s what our program surveys show:

Know Yourself Program

% of Youth Reported

Based on participant surveys

  • 100% Felt proud of who they are

  • 90% Learned to express their feelings through music

  • 95% Felt emotionally safe

  • 90% Want to keep practicing mindfulness

  • 100% Want to come back and bring their friends

Know Yourself Program

% of Adults Reported

Based on participant surveys

  • 91% Felt proud of who they are

  • 100% Learned to express their feelings through music

  • 100% Felt emotionally safe

  • 97% Want to keep practicing mindfulness

  • 100% Want to come back and bring their friends

Know Yourself Program

% of Activities Most Enjoyed

Based on participant surveys

  • 30% said songwriting and beatmaking were their favorite part

  • 25% said the group dance helped them feel more confident

  • 23% said they want to try meditation again at home

  • 22% said the final showcase was their favorite moment

Why It Works

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Culturally Rooted

We meet youth where they are — centering Black joy, ancestral music, and community storytelling.

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Hands-On Creation

Students write and record original songs, learning collaboration, confidence, and communication.

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Mindfulness in Motion

Every session begins with guided breathing, movement, and presence — making emotional safety a habit.

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Family-Centered Healing

We bring caregivers into the experience, helping families build deeper connections through art.

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Who We Serve

  • 95% African American youth

  • 100% from families receiving free/reduced lunch

  • 50% first-time participants in any music or dance program

  • Grades K-12, primarily from East and West Oakland

  • Artists are 95% BIPOC and Oakland-rooted

Community Partners

This work is made possible by our incredible partners and community leaders:

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Streaming Offset Program.

Did you know the average person streams 25 songs per day? Predatory streaming platforms only pay artists an average of $0.0043 per stream and shrinking.

This means your daily stream impact only pays $0.10 to artists. What's worse, only $0.01 goes to local independent artists who need it most.

As a result, they struggle to cover basic necessities, essential studio sessions and holistic resources like yoga and therapy.

Your donation helps artists achieve sustainability by providing them with paid studio time and access to holistic services today.

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Direct Help

Your donation directly gives artists studio time and support for their mental well-being.

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Full Care

Artists also get yoga, therapy, and wellness guidance from Holistic Practitioners.

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Strong Careers

Your support helps artists make great music, grow their careers, and achieve sustainablity.

Success Stories

Zoo Labs

“You delivered way more than expected. The way you facilitate, the vibe you bring, the workbook you created... it’s all next-level. And the band? Amazing!”

~ Program Partner

Vinitha

“Me and my kid came in after a huge disagreement. We were both in a bad place... but this workshop shifted how we were interacting. I cried because it helped us connect again.”


~ Workshop Parent Participant

Sarah

“People were leaning forward. They were captivated. Watching a song get made in real time. That’s something they’ll never forget.”

~ Youth Museum Staff

Open School

"Within minutes they were able to engage with the students and 100% of the them felt comfortable enough to share some really intimate thoughts and experiences."

~ Michael, Teacher

Arts & Technology High School

"Thank you so much for inspiring the students. You helped them open up and find community with each other. I really hope the energy from the room spreads throughout the school."

~ Laura, Teacher

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