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YOUR SUPPORT FUELS CHANGE!
A donation to Hip Hop for Change empowers youth, creates opportunities, and reclaims Hip Hop as a tool for education and justice.
Why Donate to Hip Hop for Change?
Your donation helps us bring Hip Hop education to underserved communities, provide workshops to schools in need, and empower the next generation of artists and activists.
✅ 45,000+ students served globally
✅ Educational workshops in low-income schools
✅ Community events & mural projects uplifting neighborhoods. ✅ Financially supporting local artists to serve as mentors in their community
📢 Join us in using hip hop as a force for social change!
📊 80% of donations go directly to education programs and community initiatives.
🏆 Recognized nonprofit supported by City of Oakland, California Arts Council, and major foundations.
📝 We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible.
Every Dollar Makes a Difference
Support Our Mission: Empowering the Community Through Hip Hop Arts
At Hip Hop for Change, our mission is simple but impactful: we aim to nurture and develop culture bearers and Hip Hop arts practitioners through a series of free community events, workshops, performances, and activations in local parks and open spaces. We provide a platform for expression, creativity, and cultural exchange, focusing on uplifting the voices of youth and young adults while fostering a deeper connection to Hip Hop culture in an accessible, inclusive, and celebratory way.
We believe that Hip Hop is more than just music—it’s a powerful form of expression that tells stories of resilience, identity, and community. By offering workshops and hands-on experiences in areas like breakdancing, graffiti, MCing, and DJing, we equip participants with the skills, confidence, and resources needed to pursue their passion in the arts. Our goal is to create space for youth to explore their creative potential while instilling a sense of pride and ownership over the culture that has shaped their lives.
Our events and activations are designed to bring together people from all walks of life, uniting the community around shared experiences of music, dance, and art. From outdoor performances to collaborative mural projects, we create moments that spark joy, ignite creativity, and build solidarity. These initiatives are not only for artists but for everyone—ensuring that all community members, regardless of age or background, can engage, learn, and celebrate the power of Hip Hop culture.
However, none of this is possible without your support. Your donation will help us continue offering free programs, events, and studio space to the community, covering everything from artist stipends to materials for workshops and performances. By contributing to our cause, you help keep these initiatives accessible to those who need them most—our local youth and families. Together, we can build a brighter future through the transformative power of the arts.
We invite you to join us on this journey and make a meaningful impact today. Your contribution, no matter the size, supports a movement that celebrates creativity, cultural pride, and community. Together, we can empower the next generation of Hip Hop culture bearers, foster artistic growth, and ensure that our neighborhoods remain vibrant, creative hubs for years to come.
“I like Hip Hop for Change because we get to express ourselves not just with our words but with our hearts”
Jamal
Larkin Street Youth Program Participant
“Hip Hop For Change changed my life. I never thought I would be able to turn my passion to a career and now I feel like I truly found my purpose in life”
Megan Correa AKA LiL MC
Program Coordinator at Hip Hop For Change
“I’ve been working with Hip Hop for Change since I was 13 years old, and now I have access to the studio where I get to work on my own music and work with a ton of cool people”
Jamaica Rodriguez
Youth Participant at Hip Hop For Change