Overview

• The Laufey Foundation aims to make orchestral music education more accessible by providing grants to youth programs worldwide.
• Initial grants have been awarded to the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras, LA Phil’s YOLA program, Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra, and Carnegie Hall ensembles NYO2 and NYO Jazz.
• Laufey, inspired by her own experiences with scholarships and youth orchestras, launched the foundation to support the next generation of musicians.
• Founding partners include AWAL, AEG Presents, and Steinway & Sons, with additional support from benefactors like Warner Chappell, Catbird, and Gibson.
• The foundation has outlined plans to expand its grant program globally, building a sustainable network of support for young musicians.