The Empower a Rising Star (EARS) Scholarship Program by Mon Valley Academy for the Arts (MVAA) supports young musicians in the Mon Valley area, allowing talented youth to advance their musical skills and education. Through this initiative, students of all ages and backgrounds receive the resources they need to excel in the performing arts. This program embodies MVAA’s commitment to fostering the next generation of musical talent, offering scholarships to ensure that financial barriers do not hinder a young person’s potential.
For Fall/Winter 2024, the EARS program was made possible through the generous contributions of Highway Appliance and Heidi Kavanaugh, whose support significantly broadened the reach of the scholarship initiative. Additionally, the SPHS Monessen Communities That Care sponsored ten deserving EARS students, providing them with essential resources for growth and education in the arts. These collaborations are vital to the program’s ongoing success and help ensure students from diverse backgrounds can pursue their dreams.
The program was further supported by a generous $10,000 award from the Washington County Community Foundation. These contributions allowed MVAA to expand its offerings, ensuring access to quality music education for 35 deserving scholarship applicants, each receiving ten (10) free music lessons on the instrument of their choice. While several of the scholarship recipients were current MVAA students, many new students also enrolled in classes at one of our three locations—Charleroi, Brownsville, and Monessen—as part of the EARS initiative.
The EARS Scholarship Program continues to inspire and empower youth, nurturing talent that will contribute to the community’s cultural richness for years. MVAA is seeking sponsors for the upcoming Winter/Spring session of the Empower a Rising Star (EARS) Scholarship Program. This transformative initiative provides talented young musicians the resources and opportunities to develop their skills, build confidence, and pursue a passion for the arts. Sponsorships are $250 per student, a contribution that covers vital expenses, including instrument rental, lesson fees, and performance opportunities.
By becoming a sponsor, you or your organization will play a key role in empowering young talent and enriching the Mon Valley community with the arts. Sponsors will also receive recognition in MVAA’s promotional materials and at our performances, showcasing their commitment to supporting the arts and education.
To learn more about sponsoring a student for the Winter/Spring EARS Initiative, please call 724-561-5616 or email info@monvalleyacademyforthearts.org.
Your sponsorship can make a lasting impact on a young musician’s journey. Join us in supporting the next generation of artists through the Empower a Rising Star Scholarship Program.