SUPPORT US
A contribution to NFAA is a chance to help young artists pursue their dreams. NFAA is a nonprofit organization supported by a variety of funding sources, including generous individual donors, corporations, foundations, and philanthropic organizations. Government funding provides five percent of NFAA’s resources.
Our donor breakdown is represented on this pie chart:

The support we receive enables us to continue our important work of nurturing and encouraging young artists.
Levels of Giving
We have several types of giving opportunities and many ways in which to contribute to NFAA, with benefits and privileges available in appreciation for contributions.
In addition to the pleasure and fulfillment derived from direct involvement with the finest emerging talent our nation has to offer, our contributors also receive: invitations to NFAA events, special performances, and receptions during youngARTS Week (Miami) and National Recognition Week (Washington, DC) and special recognition in NFAA's website and Annual Report. Additional benefits are indicated under each level of giving.
Maestros
$100,000 and above
Current Maestros
Grand Masters receive the benefits listed in the categories that follow plus a special announcement at An Affair of the Arts.
Grand Masters
$50,000 - $99,999
Current Grand Masters
Grand Masters receive the benefits listed in the categories that follow plus a special announcement at An Affair of the Arts.
Virtuosos
$25,000 - $49,999
Current Virtuosos
Virtuosos receive the benefits listed in the categories that follow plus two complimentary tickets to An Affair of the Arts.
Masters
$10,000 - $24,999
Current Masters
Masters receive the benefits listed in the categories that follow plus an NFAA arranged performance by a youngARTS Winner at a sponsor provided event and an invitation to a private reception with NFAA trustees during youngARTS Week.
Soloists
$5,000 - $9,999
Current Soloists
Soloists receive the benefits listed in the categories that follow plus an opportunity for a named sponsorship of a Level II or higher youngARTS Winner, framed piece with winner's headshot, and name recognition in local/national press releases promoting the sponsorship ($7,500+).
Artists
$2,500 - $4,999
Current Artists
Artists receive the benefits listed in the categories that follow plus an opportunity for a named sponsorship of a Level III or higher youngARTS Winner, and listing in An Affair of the Arts program book.
Prodigies
$1,000-$2,499
Current Prodigies
Prodigies receive the benefits listed in the category that follows plus invitations to NFAA events, special performances, and receptions during youngARTS Week (Miami) and National Recognition Week (Washington, DC) as well as special recognition in NFAA's website and Annual Report.
Friends
up to $1,000
One year subscription to NFAA’s youngARTS magazine.
Current Friends
How your contribution helps:
- $950 covers the cost of a Teacher Packet (student recruitment materials).
- $750 covers the cost of a youngARTS Week Master Class for finalists.
- $600 covers the cost of youngARTS Week T-shirts for finalists.
- $500 covers the cost of a camera for a youngARTS Week photography finalist.
- $425 covers the cost of an educator conference registration scholarship.
- $350 covers the cost of a weekly instrument rental for a youngARTS Week Finalist.
- $250 covers the cost of a youngARTS Week Showcase program.
- $50 covers the cost of student registration scholarship(s).
Planned Giving
Planned giving is a meaningful way to create a legacy with National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts. You can take advantage of tax benefits for you and your heirs by choosing to participate in any of the following planned giving vehicles:
- Charitable Gift Annuities
- Charitable Remainder Trusts
- Bequests by Will or Living Trusts
- Retirement Plan Assets
- Life Insurance
- A gift of residence or real estate
Our office can help you create a gift plan.
Please contact us for more information at (305) 377-1140, ext. 228 or Chris@nfaa.org.
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