POWERING THE FUTURE OF CULTURE AND COMMUNITY

Join us in shaping the next generation of bold thinkers, storytellers, and cultural leaders. Your support fuels a future where young artists, writers, activists and visionaries have the tools, mentorship and platform to thrive.

Why This Matters

Not Just Participants, Architects of Change!

We're not just preparing students for the stage—
we're teaching them how(?) to build it.
How? By

  1. supporting arts education infrastructure with academic partners,
  2. connecting them to a broad community of artists, creatives, and community leaders to learn from, and
  3. creating special experiences and opportunities that provide them the space to dream of possibilities and make them reality.

Critical thinking + creative expression = the next generation of museum leaders, foundation heads, restorative storytellers, public historians, publishing visionaries and cultural architects.

Your donation doesn't just fund a program—it fuels a movement. We're bridging young minds, artists, and institutions to reshape the systems that shape us.

Invest in lasting change today.

Donate today, because the next Baldwin is out there. They need us and we need them.

What "You" Can Do

Support for Programming & Outreach

  • High-quality educational programs that introduce young minds to Baldwin's works, fostering critical thinking, literacy, and creative expression.
  • Workshops, cultural events, and mentorship opportunities that uplift Black and Brown youth through storytelling, history, and the arts.
  • Direct community engagement efforts, providing resources and support for students, educators, and local partners.

Support for Organizational Capacity

  • Sustain and expand our team of educators, artists, and cultural workers who bring these programs to life
  • Develop and enhance curriculum, digital tools, and learning materials that make our programs accessible and impactful.
  • Support essential operations, outreach, and technology, ensuring Baldwin Institute can continue to grow and serve more communities.

Donation Amount and Potential Impact

$25

Provides books and materials for one student.Supports an hour of outreach to connect with new partners and families.

$50

Funds one hour of an educator's time, helping to mentor and teach youth. Supports community outreach and local engagement.

$100

Creates digital resources that expand access to Baldwin's works and supports interactive learning experiences.

$250

Supports the development of a new curriculum module, ensuring students engage deeply with themes of identity, justice, and creativity

$500

Funds a full week of community engagement, connecting students with artists, writers, and cultural leaders.

$1,000

Supports 20+ hours of teaching, mentorship, and creative programming for young people.

$5,000

Covers the cost of launching a new program, bringing Baldwin's legacy to even more students

$10,000

Fully funds a month of programming, pays educators, and expands our community partnerships.

Fiscal Sponsorship Details

While we've been officially recognized by the State of New York as a nonprofit, we're currently awaiting our official IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter. In the interim, we're fortunate to be fiscally sponsored by Our Kids Read, which generously takes zero administrative fees—ensuring 100% of your donation directly supports our programs.

For matching gifts through your employer or to recommend a gift via your Donor Advised Fund (DAF), please use the following information:

  • Legal Name: Our Kids Read Association
  • Tax ID: 83-3401365
  • Mailing Address: 14203 Downdale Ct, Laurel, MD 20707-6883
  • Contact: Jahmal Lake, Executive Director, Our Kids Read | 917-686-3629
  • Website: www.ourkidsread.org

Please reach out if you need any further details or assistance—we're happy to help facilitate the process. Thanks again for your generosity!