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We’re thrilled to share the video recap of our latest milestone—creating a music room and recording studio at the Juvenile Justice Services Center! This video highlights the process, the purpose behind the project, and features interviews with students, staff, and partners. Watch how this inspiring space empowers youth to express themselves, develop new skills, and build brighter futures through music. ... The post Watch Our Music Room At The Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center Come To Life first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

We’re thrilled to share the video recap of our latest milestone—creating a music room and recording studio at the Juvenile Justice Services Center! This video highlights the process, the purpose behind the project, and features interviews with students, staff, and partners. Watch how this inspiring space empowers youth to express themselves, develop new skills, and build brighter futures through music. ... The post Watch Our Music Room At The Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center Come To Life first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

The chill of winter has settled over the city of brotherly love, but we have heartwarming news! Rock to the Future is expanding its music programming by creating a dedicated music space and professional recording booth for youth who have been ordered by the court to be held at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center (PJJSC) in West Philadelphia. This ... The post Rock to the Future builds music room at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center In West Philadelphia first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

As we close out another incredible year, we are thrilled to share the success of our end-of-year fundraiser and extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed. Together, we raised an inspiring $160k+, surpassing our goal and ensuring that Rock to the Future can continue to create pathways of opportunity for Philly youth through music education and mentorship. Your support ... The post Being an Instrument for Change: Thank You for Supporting Philly Youth first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

My name is Jose Padilla, and I am a senior at Kensington High School. I’ve been part of Rock to the Future for two years. I started by playing the piano, and now I’m learning the drums. While I’m not a student ambassador, I’ve naturally taken on a leadership role within the program as an upperclassman. When I first joined, ... The post From Music to Mentorship: How Rock to the Future Shaped My Path first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

Fall is in the air. The leaves are changing color, the temperature is dropping, and our programs are back in full force! That means there is a new batch of students excited to learn how to play the guitar, and thanks to one company, we’ve got new instruments for them! Kennedy Violins, a leading provider of high-quality string instruments located ... The post Kennedy Violins Donates 100+ Guitars To Rock to the Future DO first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

Written By Daniel Lord Community can mean a lot of things. It can be the people who live in the houses around you, or it could be a group of friends scattered across the world. It could be the people you go to school or work with, or a canceled television show starring Donald Glover and Joel McHale.  When I ... The post Building Community Through Music first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

By: MJ Maggie Jaramillo, Youth Engagement Specialist “You have me over here smiling and starting to take deep breaths, you made my day, thank you.” - Student As I sit here reflecting on my first full year as Rock to the Future’s full-time Youth Engagement Specialist, I’m in awe of the impact we’ve made together. My name is MJ, and ... The post Empowering Youth through Social Emotional Learning, Resource Support, and Justice Engagement first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more

Rock to the Future is excited to announce a new Diversion Program in partnership with Philadelphia's District Attorney's Office. This innovative program bridges the gap between music education and youth empowerment, providing young individuals with opportunities for personal growth, goal-setting, and talent development. By participating in Rock to the Future’s transformative musical and youth development programs, youth referred to the ... The post Rock to the Future Partners with District Attorney’s Office to Support Youth Diversion first appeared on Rock to the Future ..read more