July 17, 2020

“We Knew They Needed Support.” A Music Prize Steps Up to Help Youth Affected by COVID

July 17, 2020/ Mike Scutari

A new COVID-19 emergency fund from the Lewis Prize for Music throws a lifeline to organizations serving historically marginalized youth. It reflects growing funder attention to creative youth development that aims to boost racial and social equity.

January 15, 2020

With a Music Prize, a Philanthropist Takes on Inequities in Creative Youth Development

January 15, 2020/ Mike Scutari

Funders continue to grapple with how to address issues of systematic inequality across their communities. We connect with Daniel Lewis, a longtime arts philanthropist looking to bring new thinking about inclusion to music education.