Thank you for supporting Chicago’s young artists!

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YOUR IMPACT

Through your generosity, we provide a world-class arts education to the next generation of creative minds.

People like you make it possible to plan the next exhibit, shoot the next film, choreograph the next dance, compose the next masterpiece, or direct the next musical. Your generosity helps ensure that an Academy educations remains within reach, providing support to students when they need it most.

For more information, please reach out to Evan Pazkowski, Director of Development, at epazkowski@chicagoartsacademy.org or (312) 421-0202.

Other Ways to Give

  • The Chicago Academy for the Arts accepts gifts of stock, which are sold immediately upon receipt. Donors can transfer stock directly to the Academy’s investment portfolio.

  • By including The Academy in your will or living trust, you ensure that future generations of young artists thrive in an environment that nurtures their creativity and passion. 

    Planned giving is a powerful way to align your financial and estate planning with your commitment to the arts—creating a lasting impact on our school.

    To learn more about estate planning at The Academy, click here.

  • We gratefully accept donations of materials that support the school’s mission.

  • Many companies match employee donations to causes they care about. Check if your employer offers a matching gift program.

  • While The Academy provides tuition assistance, donations cannot be designated for specific students or unsolicited scholarships. Unless otherwise specified, all contributions support general operations.

  • Hundreds of parents, alumni, professional artists, and friends actively help us achieve the magic that occurs every day in the school.

    A few ways to get involved include:

    • Volunteering on committees for all-school events

    • Getting involved with the Parents Association

    • Reaching out to your student’s Arts Chair for specific needs

The Chicago Academy for the Arts is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization (EIN: 36-3084905). Your donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.