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Hi there!

I am fundraising for the 52nd Street Project, which was introduced to me by a close friend of mine. The Project was founded in 1981 by actor/playwright Willie Reale in response to a deepening need to improve the quality of life for the young people of Hell’s Kitchen. Today, The Project offers year-round playwriting and acting programs, in which young people learn the basics of creating a play and collaborating with professional theater artists. Most of the programs culminate in free, public performances. The Project also provide varied arts programming (poetry, dance, songwriting, visual art), mentorships (smart partners), and youth development programs (homework help, college prep, teen employment, creative group therapy), giving the Project a holistic approach to supporting its young people. 

I hope you consider donating to a great organization and check out The 52nd Street Project!