Celebrity Spotlight: Empowering Youth Through Hip Hop

Taking action to support the arts and art education. Recently, renowned hip hop artist, Drake, made a generous endowment to support youth programs focused on hip hop education and empowerment. Drake donated $10K to Frost School’s Donna E. Shalala MusicReach Program.  The Donna E. Shalala MusicReach Program promotes the healthy growth of children and youth through the study and practice of music, while nurturing the development of Frost student musicians to become advocates and ambassadors for music education for all children regardless of socio-economic standing. A goal of MusicReach is to keep students in HS school and help them to go on to college upon graduation.

Drake's commitment to fostering creativity and providing opportunities for young artists aligns perfectly with our mission at the Verses Project - to empower youth through hip hop. We celebrate Drake's contribution to the arts. His endowment will help countless young individuals discover their passion for music and develop their skills in a supportive environment.

At the Verses Project, we offer youth programs designed to uplift and inspire the next generation of hip hop artists. Our workshops and education initiatives provide a comprehensive hip hop education, including the art of writing and performing on stage, as well as understanding the cultural impact of the genre. We believe that hip hop is more than just music—it's a powerful tool for personal expression and community building. Through our programs, we aim to empower young people to use their voices to tell their stories through beats and rhymes.

We welcome you to explore our services and attend one of our workshops to witness the incredible talent and potential of our youth. Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure that the next generation of young artists is uplifted, educated, and inspired through the universal language of music.