It's All About The Next Generation!
GIFTED fosters positive connections for youth through Performing Arts, Education, and Sports — making life-changing deposits of knowledge, self-awareness, and skills for ages 5–21.
"To foster a positive connection with disadvantaged youth through the vehicle of performance arts, to promote education, build self-esteem, and increase productivity."
To make life-changing deposits of knowledge, awareness, and relevant skills through music, education, performance arts, and sports for disadvantaged youth, ages 5–21.
To influence, mentor, and develop disadvantaged youth who have a passion for the performance arts and help ensure they are equipped to pursue their academic goals.
Every effort is made to recruit volunteers and instructors who are positive role models, empowering youth to make choices that maximize their current and future potential.
Where Performing Arts, Education, and Sports meet to save our youth of tomorrow.
The foundation of GIFTED. We harness youth talent by training, providing skills, and goal planning. Research shows performing youth are 4x more likely to be recognized for academic achievement.
GIFTED provides students with the tools to be successful in school and life. We offer authentic learning experiences outside the traditional classroom, building a firm educational foundation.
Playing sports is therapeutic. The GIFTED Sports Program is organized for intramural play and one-on-one training, building confidence, teamwork, and discipline.
GIFTED proudly serves a diverse cross-section of youth from St. Charles to St. Louis, Missouri and their surrounding communities.
In memory of Greyland Banks, Earl Rice, Eric Cummings, and Gladys Mathis — honoring their legacy through the next generation.
The GIFTED Scholarship was established in 2017. In 2020, it became the GEEM Scholarship in memory of several GIFTED Executive Board Members.
The GEEM Scholarship is awarded annually to a youth who demonstrates academic achievement, community involvement, and leadership to assist in furthering their post-secondary education.
Demonstrated excellence in academic performance and commitment to education.
Active participation in community service and positive contributions to society.
Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to inspire others.
Arts programming is needed to help impact the youth in our community. A program like GIFTED can enhance young people's attitudes about themselves and their futures — it helps children succeed in school and in life.
GIFTED has made a tremendous impact on St. Louis communities through their youth workshops and concerts. Youth were highly motivated and developed confidence while performing together as one unit.
The GIFTED program provides team and relationship-building skills, self-confidence, and self-esteem through music while promoting respect and perseverance. A wonderful provider for our youth.
Please consider making a tax-deductible gift in support of GIFTED. Your contribution helps us build the next generation of leaders, artists, and scholars.
Make a DonationAll contributions are tax-deductible under the 501(c)(3) tax code.
GIFTED also accepts in-kind donations: musical instruments, music supplies, office supplies, sporting equipment, and computers.