WHAT: As a member of the Recording Academy, you’re part of a vibrant community. You have the choice to CONNECT with other members at a chapter-organized service opportunity or CREATE your own service opportunity based on your personal skills, passions, and hobbies.
Service opportunities may take place virtually or in person and is at the discretion of each individual member.
WHEN: October 27, 2022
WHERE: New York Chapter Region
Connecticut, Eastern Canada, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Western Europe
ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (NEW JERSEY)
https://www.nps.k12.nj.us/ART/
HOW TO SIGN UP - Contact: Mark Conklin at mconklin@
grammymuseumexp.org.
The Arts High School of Newark is seeking 6-8 members to volunteer on October 27th by visiting vocal and instrumental music classes (band, orchestra, piano, guitar) and talking to students about experiences in the music industry. Opportunities could include teaching or performing (if interested).
Location: Newark, NJ
Time: 1:15pm – 2:40pm
(Arrival 12:45pm)
FRIENDS OF THE D'ADDARIO FOUNDATION (VARIOUS LOCATIONS)
https://foundation.daddario.com/
HOW TO SIGN UP - Please reach out to Lauren Loverde at lauren.loverde
@recordingacademy.com for a full list of incredible opportunities.
For over 40 years, the D’Addario Foundation’s goal has been to provide as many children as possible with an extraordinary musical education through grants, scholarships, and high quality, high-impact community programs. Sign up for a service opportunity with one of their partner organizations. Host a virtual talk back with students discussing your musical journey, teach a session on using orchestra instruments in pop music, and much more.
KENNEBEC VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY (MAINE)
HOW TO SIGN UP - Contact
Kennebec Valley Humane Society takes in almost 2,000 animals each year, and they couldn't do it without the help of volunteers. Volunteers are encouraged to use their own skills/expertise to help enrich the lives of our shelter animals. 1-2 members will have the opportunity to enrich the lives of resident shelter animals with mellow, relaxing music.
NEW CITY KIDS (NEW JERSEY)
HOW TO SIGN UP - Contact: Mark Conklin at mconklin@
grammymuseumexp.org.
New City Kids is seeking 6-8 members to volunteer in their Jersey City location. Members would have the opportunity to inspire teens by talking to students about their experiences in the music industry. Opportunities could include teaching or performing (if interested).
Location: 240 Fairmount Ave, Jersey City
Time: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
(Arrival 6:00pm)
THE NEW YORK SOCIETY LIBRARY (NEW YORK CITY)
nysoclib.org
HOW TO SIGN UP - Contact
Sara Holliday, Head of Events at
sholliday@nysoclib.org.
The Library would like to offer 1-3 presentations throughout the day, free and open to the public but advertised primarily to our book- and arts-loving membership. These could be musical/theater performances or discussions of the performing arts. A 4 p.m. start time is reserved for a presenter for children and families; other times are somewhat flexible. The Library’s current COVID-19 policies can be found here: https://www.nysoclib.org/about/covid-19-response.
NVAK FOUNDATION (VIRTUAL)
HOW TO SIGN UP - Contact Amy at ab@roundhillmusic.com.
Organized by Round Hill Music, we will be mentoring students' via Zoom in partnership with NVAK, a nonprofit organization that empowers developing musicians and music business professionals around the globe to reach their full potential through world-class music education and mentorship.
SALT LICK INCUBATOR (VIRTUAL)
https://www.saltlickincubator.org/
HOW TO SIGN UP - Contact
partners@saltlickincubator.org
Salt Lick Incubator is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit artist development organization supporting aspiring musicians in the early stages of their creative journeys. The Incubator seeks to help these musicians develop artistically, sustain their well-being, and forge viable careers. Members would have the opportunity to donate in support of emerging artists, provide written feedback on demos, or participate in 1:1 virtual mentoring sessions.
VOLUNTEER MUSICIANS FOR THE ARTS (MASSACHUSETTS)
HOW TO SIGN UP - Complete their online membership form and a staffer from VMA will reach out with available opportunities for Oct. 27th.
Become an active part of the Volunteer Musician for the Arts community! The VMA is a free chamber music outreach membership organization open to all professional classical musicians across the globe. The VMA brings exceptional chamber music to venues most in need of hope, live entertainment or music education.
Do you volunteer on a regular basis in your community? Have a business, foundation, or charity that is close to your heart? Reach out to them and see if you can volunteer on October 27th. It's easy, we promise! Use the email template below to help you get started.
Hello {INSERT NAME},
I'm reaching out as a member of the Recording Academy New York Chapter. On Thursday, October 27th, our chapter will host a Day of Service for all its members located across the northeastern United States, Eastern Canada and Western Europe.
The Day of Service celebrates the power of our member community as we give back in our own neighborhoods with an organization or cause that's important to us. As part of the program, I would like to learn more about volunteering at {INSERT ORGANIZATION’S NAME} that day. You do wonderful work all year round, and I would love to lend a hand. Would it be possible to connect briefly in the next couple days to discuss this?
Best,
{YOUR NAME}
Volunteering with the Nvak Foundation
"I am thrilled to provide music mentorship opportunities to the students of the Nvak Foundation, a nonprofit that empowers developing musicians around the globe to reach their full potential through world-class music education and mentorship. On the 27th, I will be gathering a diverse group of music professionals to speak via Zoom with aspiring artists across the world."
Email NewYork@recordingacademy.com and our staff will do our best to assist you.
