The 52nd Street Project

All of the Project's programs are offered free-of-charge to the children of Hell's Kitchen, New York. And all of the productions that result from the Project's programs are offered free-of-charge to a general audience at Off-Broadway Theaters.

How do we do it?

Simple, through the generosity of corporations, foundations, government agencies and most importantly, through individuals. I know what you are thinking. You're thinking, "How do I support The 52nd Street Project, too?"

THE PLACE WE IMAGINE, A new home and theater for The 52nd Street Project

The 52nd Street Project's Capital Campaign will allow for expansion of The Project's programs and for a means of securing the continuity of service to the children of the neighborhood.

Goals of the Capital Campaign

To create the first permanent home for the only professional theater company in New York City devoted to at-risk children;

To give the children their own neighborhood performance space;

To provide room for the children and their mentors to meet, learn and collaborate;

To deepen the children's experience and time at The Project, in order to explore further opportunities;

To create opportunities for the older children to have the experience of mentoring;

To provide life and career guidance for teens;

To expand creative programming to include exposure to other art forms.

The financial goal for the Capital Campaign is $14 million, which includes a combination of construction and interior design costs, program endowments, and operating cash underwriting for the initial increased costs of operation, while contributed and earned income strategies are incorporated to annualize increased income goals. We have raised almost $11 million to date including a commitment from the City of New York for $8 million.

The co-chairs for the campaign are:

Lewis Black, Acclaimed comedian, actor and writer, initiated The Ron Black Memorial Scholarship at The Project in 1997. Volunteer since 1986.

Louis P. Friedman, vice chairman - investment banking, Bear Stearns & Co., Inc. Board member since 1992.

Sonia Manzano, Emmy award-winning actress/writer and star of Sesame Street, volunteer since 2003.

Frances McDormand, Academy award-winning actress, volunteer since 1986 and Board member since 1988.

Jenny Weiner, producer Ars Nova, and Project Board member since 1999.

The 52nd Street Project has successfully engaged the children of this neighborhood for a quarter of a century. The writing and the performances of the kids have delighted audiences in theaters throughout the city; they have met with mentors and convened for rehearsals in borrowed spaces and offices; and they have been appreciative of being made welcome as guests at these institutions. Now, with a permanent Clubhouse and a theater devoted to their work, they will finally be able to invite the city into their home.

The Projects accepts donations directly, which can be mailed to:

John Sheehy
Director of Development
The 52nd Street Project
500 West 52nd Street, #2B
New York, NY 10019
212-333-5252
sheehy@52project.org

The Project also accepts gifts of stock and securities. Call the Project and ask to talk to John.

The Project occasionally accepts in-kind contributions of equipment, furniture, books, etc. depending on our need. Please call the Project (212-333-5252) and ask to talk to George for the donation of materials or equipment, or to Julie to make a donation of books or educational material.

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