We are energized by the brands and creatives who align with our mission through partnerships and collaborations to support young people in our community. Recent partnerships include:
Panel discussion in partnership with i-D Magazine Global Editor-In-Chief, Alastair McKimm, inviting culture-defining leaders from across industries to come together and discuss their work, connections and creative journeys with the next generation!
Alastair McKimm: Editor-In-Chief, i-D Magazine
Angelo Baque: Creative Director, Awake NY
Dan Colen: Artist
Gigi Hadid: Creative Director, Guest In Residence
KAWS: Artist
Mel Ottenberg: Editor-In-Chief, Interview Magazine
Ruba Abu-Nimah: Creative Director
Samira Nasr: Editor-In-Chief, Harper’s Bazaar
Sara Moonves: Editor-In-Chief, W Magazine
ICNCLST
Our new logo and branding was made in partnership with our friends at ICNCLST.
Supplies for Success
Since 2020, our collaboration with Supplies for Success has empowered young minds by distributing thousands of art kits and backpacks, fueling creativity with confidence.
Sotheby's
Since 2019, Sotheby’s has partnered with us to host our Annual Youth Showcase, creating a platform for emerging artists to show their work in an esteemed art institution.
The Athletic Club & TCS NYC Marathon
Since 2022, The Athletic Club has partnered with us to build our marathon team and champion our cause across the finish line.
Since 2021, Tiffany & Co. and Tiffany Atrium have generously supported our mission and significantly contributed to the growth of our program engagement. They hosted Free Arts students for a Creative Career Workshop, a Free Arts Day, a studio visit with Derrick Adams, and invited students to lead Tiffany employees and executives through imaginative paint and collage sessions. Free Arts NYC is proud to be a valued Tiffany Atrium Community partner.
Blick
Every year, Blick customers and stores across the city generously donate thousands of art supplies through their holiday art drive.
Madison Square Park Conservancy
With support from the Ruth Stanton Foundation and in partnership with the Madison Square Park Conservancy, we host an Annual Free Arts Day in the park where students make art alongside featured exhibiting artists.
Artspace & Phaidon
In collaboration with Artspace and Phaidon, artists Sarah Sze and Devin Troy Strothers generously contributed a percentage of sales from their print editions.
NYFW
Afterpay partnered with five notable designers, Altu by Joseph Altuzarra, AnOnlyChild, Jonathan Simkhai, Kim Shui, and The Blonds to mint limited edition NFTs. Proceeds supported our mission to make the creative industries more accessible.
Bluestone Lane
From fueling our office grind with coffee to hosting epic mixers that boost our marathon runners, Bluestone Lane keeps the fun and camaraderie brewing!
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs, turned backpacks into one-of-a-kind designs for a unique back-to-school auction supporting the power of creativity.
Modernica x FUTURA
FUTURA donated proceeds from this limited edition collaboration with Modernica to support creating equity in the arts.
Christie's
Brenden Mastache, Tea Time, 2023
Inside Job: Christie's New York Staff Art Show supported our programs, creating opportunities for the next generation of artists.
Echo
Artist and Free Arts Mentor, Alexandra Grounds, launched a scarf collaboration with Echo, of which proceeds from each sale supports our programs.