ASAP for the Arts

06/10/2026

Huge thank you to Music Drives Us for donating 45 violins to Children's Community School, Waterbury, CT students!

This is a huge step forward for our Symphonix program. Now, each student can take their very own violin home with them to practice and play for their families.

Thank you to Music Drives Us and CCS for their partnership and commitment to supporting young musicians.

Photos courtesy of Music Drives Us.

06/05/2026

We are still looking for an Intern to join our team this summer! Know of someone who might be interested? Contact Rochelle, [email protected] to learn more.

06/02/2026

What an unforgettable evening celebrating courage together!

Thank you to everyone who joined us. You help make joyful learning possible for young people across CT.

We are grateful to De Hoek Farm for hosting us in such a beautiful setting, and to New Milford Mayor - Pete Bass, Krystyana & James Czeiner, Kimolee Eryn, Kate Nauta, and Lanny Ball, for making it a powerful evening honoring young artists.

A special thank you to our performers, writers, teaching artists, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters. Your dedication inspires us to continue this incredible work!

05/28/2026

05/21/2026

There’s still time to purchase tickets to ASAP! Celebrates Courage!

Join us for a courageous night of inspiring young voices, live performances, art, and exceptional food and drinks on Saturday, May 30, from 5:30–8:00 PM at the beautiful De Hoek Farm in New Milford.

Get your tickets now! https://tinyurl.com/yrctcweu

05/12/2026

ASAP! Youth Ensemble recently wrapped up an unforgettable week with an inspiring concert at The Silo, a memorable field trip to Carnegie Hall, and a fun collaborative cooking session!

Don’t miss the next Youth Ensemble performance on Saturday, May 30 at ASAP! Celebrates Courage. Purchase tickets at asapct.org.

This program was made possible in part by the Ellen Knowles Harcourt Foundation.

Special thanks to our partners — Arbor Services of CT, Baker Law Firm, Bakewell & Mulhare, Criana, Independent Artist Group, Litchfield Crossings, Macary’s Plumbing & Drain Services, National Iron Bank, The Pantry, The Silo, Watts Fund First Congregational Church, William Raveis Lifestyles Realty, William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, and the Woodbury Bethlehem Community Music Foundation — for helping make the 2026 ASAP! Youth Ensemble possible.

04/22/2026

We’re closing in on one final Give Local opportunity from 5-6 pm!

Pam and Michael Bless will match every dollar donated, so if you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this is it!

Thank you for helping us finish strong, and for being part of this powerful community supporting youth education.

Click the link to donate: https://tinyurl.com/36fhxmea

04/21/2026

Give Local is in full swing, and your support is already making a real impact.

The Young Writers Challenge is now live with an incredible $10,500 match when you give before 7pm today!

Thanks to generous donors Kathy Wenning, Jane Klein, and Maria Campbell for this powerful opportunity, and to YOU, for helping every dollar go even further during Give Local.

Click the link to donate: https://tinyurl.com/36fhxmea

04/21/2026

Early birds, this one’s for you!

Give Local starts strong today with Khalil’s Kickstart. From 7:00–10:00 am, every dollar you give will be DOUBLED thanks to passionate supporters, Rima and Rizvan Khalil.
Click the link below to help unlock the full match so we can raise more for youth arts programming together. Thank you!

https://tinyurl.com/nhzxkax7

04/20/2026

The results are in! 🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 Celebration of Young Writers Top Selects!

This year, we received over 200 submissions from K–12 students across Connecticut. Our judges were moved by the range, depth, and bravery in every piece. To every student who submitted: thank you, and keep writing!

Click the link to explore the full list of selected pieces: https://tinyurl.com/bdhp8u2b