Baltimore Youth Arts

Baltimore Youth Arts Baltimore Youth Arts is an arts education and job readiness program for youth, with a focus on those who have contact with the justice system.

Baltimore Youth Arts (BYA) provides arts programming to young people in Baltimore City, with a focus on those who have contact with juvenile and adult justice systems. Our mission is to assist youth in gaining creative, personal, and educational skills that will enable them to become leaders in their communities. BYA uses the arts to engage youth with the goal of building long-lasting, mentoring r

elationships. We provide artistic and entrepreneurial opportunities to youth so that they can hone their talents and use them to shape the world.We believe that the arts are a path towards social, emotional, and educational development. BYA is a program of Fusion Partnerships, Inc.

📣BYA is hiring — two roles, one big project! 🎨💻🧑🏾‍🎨We’re looking for a Fine Art Facilitator and a Graphic Design Facilit...
03/11/2026

📣BYA is hiring — two roles, one big project! 🎨💻🧑🏾‍🎨

We’re looking for a Fine Art Facilitator and a Graphic Design Facilitator for our Spring and Summer 2026 sessions of the BYA Studio Apprentice Program.
Both roles facilitate project-based classes where youth develop a commissioned public art installation exploring how young people envision Baltimore’s Inner Harbor over the next century — in partnership with the National Aquarium. 🦦🐬

Both facilitators will work alongside apprentices from concept through design completion, collaborating with youth on the projects every step of the way. The Graphic Design Facilitator will also take the lead on final design, layout, and production of the coloring book, ensuring all deliverables are ready for print and meet spec for the commissioned project!

Both roles include documenting program activities and curating youth artwork along the way.
This is community-rooted, paid work. If you want to create something real and lasting with Baltimore youth — we want to hear from you. Link in bio to apply. More info on our website!

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🎨 Applications are OPEN for our Spring and Summer 2026 programs — and we want YOU.Are you a young person in Baltimore be...
02/24/2026

🎨 Applications are OPEN for our Spring and Summer 2026 programs — and we want YOU.
Are you a young person in Baltimore between the ages of 14–21 with an interest in design and fine arts? Come join us! 🌸

Our spring and summer programs offer:
✅ Professional instruction
✅ Exhibition opportunities
✅ A community that celebrates who you are

Spots are LIMITED. Please apply by March 4th, 2026.

👉 Apply now — link in bio and at bmoreyoutharts.org.
https://www.bmoreyoutharts.org/bya-youth-application

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We’re set up for the Station North Holiday Market with art, apparel, candles, and free hot chocolate from (courtesy of ...
12/12/2025

We’re set up for the Station North Holiday Market with art, apparel, candles, and free hot chocolate from (courtesy of our partners at 💕).

Shop local, support youth creativity, and pick up some thoughtful gifts!

Saturday, Dec 13
12-5pm
12-30 West North Ave
(We are located at 20 W. North Ave. *purple door 😊)

See you there 🖤

We’ll be at R house tomorrow, 11/23 from 12-5pm! Come say hi!
11/22/2025

We’ll be at R house tomorrow, 11/23 from 12-5pm! Come say hi!

Hey Apprentices!! We are closed today because the facilitator is sick. We will see you tomorrow for the Inviting Light e...
11/11/2025

Hey Apprentices!! We are closed today because the facilitator is sick. We will see you tomorrow for the Inviting Light event!!!

This past March, we expanded our long-standing partnership with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) and t...
10/29/2025

This past March, we expanded our long-standing partnership with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) and the DJS Innovation Team to bring art, collaboration, and creativity into juvenile facilities across Maryland to build relationships and improve facilities through collaborative mural-making.

We began this work at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center (BCJJC), the same facility where BYA first began over a decade ago, by co-creating a mural with youth and staff.

Over 50 youth and staff came together to create a mural for the Visitation Holding Room, a space where families connect and programming takes place. After collaborating on a design and deciding on the theme Unity and Growth, the team is now painting!

The mural is led by BYA artists Stan Pearson and Gianna Rodriguez, as well as representatives from BCJJC administration and residential staff.

Huge thanks to the DJS Innovation Team, BCJJC staff, and all the youth who helped turn this vision into reality. 💛

If you’re an artist interested in getting involved in this project, please email [email protected] and share a bit about your work.

Stay tuned for more photos our current mural projects!

Heads-up! we’re taking a short break today, Wednesday, 11/29, and Thursday, 11/30, so there will be no programming this ...
10/29/2025

Heads-up! we’re taking a short break today, Wednesday, 11/29, and Thursday, 11/30, so there will be no programming this week.

We’ll be back in action next week on Tuesday and can’t wait to see you then!

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☕🎨 Come get Creatively Caffeinated with us! Enjoy an evening of artmaking with Margaret Huey, conversation, and amazing ...
10/22/2025

☕🎨 Come get Creatively Caffeinated with us!

Enjoy an evening of artmaking with Margaret Huey, conversation, and amazing coffee from Southeastern Roastery, a local, Black woman–owned coffee roaster whose care for craft and community aligns perfectly with ours.

Your ticket supports Baltimore Youth Arts and the young artists we work with every day.

✨ Scan the QR code or hit the link in bio to grab your spot!

Our studio is buzzing again! ✨ Youth artists are back in session and ready to make, explore, and lead. Stay tuned to see...
10/20/2025

Our studio is buzzing again! ✨ Youth artists are back in session and ready to make, explore, and lead. Stay tuned to see what we create this season.

Urgent Call for Support!Baltimore Youth Arts has some incredible partnerships and events coming up! We’re thrilled to be...
03/04/2025

Urgent Call for Support!

Baltimore Youth Arts has some incredible partnerships and events coming up! We’re thrilled to begin working with Uplift Alliance (UA) as we take the next big step in our journey. With their support, we’ll be strengthening our policies and procedures to prepare for BYA’s long-term sustainability as an independent organization.

At the same time, we’re facing a critical transition. Our fiscal sponsor, Fusion Partnerships, is dissolving, which means we must act fast to secure BYA’s future. To do this, we are raising $60,000 to cover essential operating costs while we move to a new fiscal sponsor and take the necessary steps to become an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Funding Timeline

🖤 $25,000 by March 11, 2025 – To cover immediate operational needs and ensure our programs continue without disruption.
🖤 $60,000 by April 1, 2025 – To secure the resources needed for a smooth transition and long-term sustainability.

Why This Matters

Your support will help us:
🖤 Keep our programs running for youth across BYA programs.
🖤 Ensure a smooth transition as we move to a new fiscal sponsor and prepare for 501(c)(3) status.
🖤 Lay the foundation for the future, so BYA can continue serving young people without disruption.

How You Can Help! 💕

🖤 Donate Today – Every dollar helps! Consider becoming a monthly donor.
🖤 Spread the Word – Share this campaign with your network.
🖤 Host a Fundraiser – Get creative, rally support, and collaborate with BYA youth and staff!

Your support means everything. Together, we can ensure that BYA continues empowering young people through the arts for years to come.

💕 Donate here: https://givebutter.com/JYF9HZ

🌟 2024 Impact 🌟We’re so proud of the progress we’ve made this year at Baltimore Youth Arts—and it’s all thanks to YOU! 🙌...
12/31/2024

🌟 2024 Impact 🌟
We’re so proud of the progress we’ve made this year at Baltimore Youth Arts—and it’s all thanks to YOU! 🙌 From increased confidence in leadership to stronger job skills and a deeper sense of community, the youth in our programs are truly growing and building a strong foundation for their future.

Here’s a glimpse at the real impact we’re having together:

〰️Youth confidence in leadership up by 26.5%
〰️Life satisfaction ratings went from 30% to 47.1%
〰️9,717 hours worked by apprentices, totaling $145,755 in wages!

This is just the beginning. Thank you for being part of our journey to empower Baltimore’s next generation of creative leaders! 🎨✨

Today is the last day to make a tax-deductible donation in 2024! To donate go to tinyurl.com/2024BYA

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20 W. North Avenue
Baltimore, MD
21218

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