The Student Arts Foundation’s Community Art Subsidy Program and Scholarships are at the heart of our efforts to remove financial and access barriers that prevent many Rochester youth from pursuing the arts. Through our Scholarship Program, we provide direct financial support to students seeking to deepen their artistic studies, whether through school programs, specialized training, or post-secondary opportunities.

Complementing this, our Community Art Subsidy Program offers flexible funding that covers partial or full costs for arts camps, classes, performances, and workshops provided by local cultural institutions. This support is especially critical for families from low-income households who may struggle to afford tuition, art supplies, or reliable transportation. By working closely with partners such as the Memorial Art Gallery, Hochstein Music & Dance, Flower City Arts Center, Geva Theatre Center, and ROCmusic Collaborative, SAF ensures that the awareness and excitement sparked during events like Arts Day can translate into real, sustained participation.

Through both financial assistance and mentorship, we create pathways for youth to access meaningful arts opportunities, develop their skills, and connect with future educational and career possibilities.

If you are interested in art programs within your surrounding community and face financial, travel, or access barriers, please complete our needs request form using the link below.