Lilian brings a wealth of experience and a profound passion for the arts, making her an invaluable asset to our organization.

This generous support will significantly enhance ArtSmart's ability to impact Youth Education and Empowerment in Philadelphia.

Lilian brings a wealth of experience and a profound passion for the arts, making her an invaluable asset to our organization.

After three years of diligent planning and hard work, we can say without any doubt that the ArtSmart music mentorship program has a causal impact on the social and emotional well being of our students. 

This 3-minute listen will brighten anyone's day. NPR's Buffy Gorilla sat down with Philly mentors and students. Listen to their voices.

ArtSmart announced today that it has received its first million-dollar donation over five years, given by Philanthropist and Patron of the Arts Maria Manetti Shrem. 

We could not be more proud of our graduates. Learn what some of them are up to next!

We could not be more proud of our graduates. Learn what some of them are up to next!

An ArtSmart site ambassador retires from teaching to be Executive Director of the Philadelphia Boys and Girls Choirs. In this interview, Michelle Frank discusses her background, mentorship, and access to the arts for urban students.

When Michael brought the idea of ArtSmart to him, Mr. Della Fave suggested starting ArtSmart at Eastside High School in the Ironclad section of Newark because it was where Michael’s grandmother Marie Fabiano graduated. For Mr. Della Fave, this would be the return of the prodigal grandson. Marie was a talented concert pianist, whose accolades included performing at Carnegie Hall, and had a major influence on Michael.