SUPPORT PYC
Invest in Possibility.
Every young person deserves access to experiences that help them discover what they can do and who they can become. Your support helps Paint Your Canvas create meaningful programs, relationships, and opportunities that make those experiences possible.
MAKE A DIRECT IMPACT
Give Today. Create Opportunity.
A direct contribution helps PYC continue creating meaningful experiences for youth and families.
Your donation helps provide the resources needed to support programs, experiences, mentorship, learning, creative expression, leadership, athletics, and community engagement.
WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
Your Support Creates Opportunity.
Support for PYC helps provide the experiences, resources, relationships, and opportunities that young people need to engage, grow, and thrive. Whether through mentorship, STEAM learning, leadership, athletics, creative expression, or community experiences, your support helps make participation possible.
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Mentorship
Building meaningful relationships between young people and caring mentors.
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Learning & STEAM
Creating opportunities to explore technology, creativity, problem-solving, and new ideas.
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Leadership
Helping young people develop confidence, communication, and leadership skills.
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Athletics
Creating opportunities for movement, teamwork, discipline, and personal development.
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Creative Expression
Giving youth space to explore music, creativity, performance, and self-expression.
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Community
Connecting young people with experiences, relationships, and supportive communities.
VOLUNTEER
Every Contribution Matters.
There is no single amount that creates impact. Every contribution adds to the resources available to support young people and strengthen the experiences PYC creates.
Give Once
Make a one-time contribution.
Give Regularly
Provide ongoing support through recurring giving.
Give With Purpose
Help sustain the programs, experiences, and opportunities that matter to you.
WAYS TO SUPPORT
There Is More Than One Way to Make a Difference.
Choose the way that fits you, your organization, or your community.
Financial donations are only one way to support Paint Your Canvas. You can also sponsor a program, contribute through your workplace, donate stock, provide goods or services, or give your time and expertise.
01 — Donate
Give Directly to PYC
Make a one-time or recurring contribution to help support the programs, experiences, and opportunities PYC creates for young people.
02 — Sponsor a Program
Invest in a Pathway
Help strengthen a specific area of PYC's work, from mentorship and STEAM learning to leadership, athletics, and creative expression.
03 — Corporate Giving
Bring Your Organization Into the Mission
Businesses can support PYC through financial contributions, sponsorships, employee engagement, partnerships, and other forms of community investment.
04 — Stock Giving
Give Through Appreciated Assets
Stock giving provides another potential way for supporters to contribute to PYC. Explore the available process and determine whether this giving option is right for you.
05 — Workplace & In-Kind Giving
Give Resources, Skills, or Services
Support can take many forms. Workplace giving, donated goods, professional services, equipment, supplies, and expertise can all contribute to PYC's ability to create meaningful experiences.
06 — Leadership
Turning Growth Into Action
PYC encourages young people to use their developing skills and confidence to take initiative and contribute to their communities.
GIVE YOUR TIME
Give Your Time. Share Your Experience.
Some of the most meaningful support begins with showing up.
Volunteers bring energy, skills, encouragement, creativity, and community connection to PYC. Whether you have experience working with youth, a professional skill to share, or simply want to contribute your time, there may be a meaningful way to get involved.
Supporting points
Mentor
Build meaningful relationships with young people.
Share Your Skills
Bring your professional or creative expertise to the community.
Support Events
Help create welcoming and engaging experiences.
Join the Community
Contribute your time, energy, and perspective.
PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP
Invest in a Program. Expand an Opportunity.
Help strengthen the experiences that help young people discover their potential.
Program sponsorship allows supporters to contribute directly to areas of PYC's work that create pathways for youth development, learning, leadership, athletics, mentorship, and creative expression.
Then show the five programs as cards:
Luminary Initiative Mentorship
Relationships that help young people feel supported, seen, and connected.
Ignite Academy
Learning through technology, creativity, experimentation, and problem-solving.
Leadership Excellence
Building confidence, communication, leadership, and civic engagement.
Athlete Performance Accelerator
Developing movement, teamwork, discipline, and personal growth through athletics.
Luminary Sound Lab
Creating space for music, creative expression, performance, and discovery.
YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
Help Create the Next Opportunity.
Whether you donate, sponsor a program, volunteer your time, contribute resources, or connect PYC with your organization, your support can help create new opportunities for young people.