Invest in the Future of the Arts
At the Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts, we believe every child deserves the chance to discover their creativity, step onto a stage, and experience the power of live performance. Through our scholarship programs, we break down financial and transportation barriers so that all students—regardless of circumstance—can access transformative arts education.
Our three-week Broadway-style summer camp gives young performers the opportunity to train with professional artists, build confidence, and collaborate on a fully staged production at the Mahaffey Theater.
Why it matters: For many families, the cost of camp is out of reach. Scholarships make it possible for students to participate, learn, and grow in an environment that nurtures creativity and self-expression.
Your impact: A scholarship gift ensures that a child who might not otherwise have access can step into the spotlight, build friendships, and develop skills that last a lifetime.
Each school year, thousands of students attend Class Acts performances and BAM! Festivals at the Mahaffey Theater. For some schools, the cost of transportation is the only barrier.
Why it matters: A bus ride can mean the difference between missing out and discovering a love for the arts. Bus Scholarships cover transportation and admission so that no child is left behind.
Your impact: Your gift provides an entire class the opportunity to experience live performance and hands-on arts activities that connect directly to what they’re learning in school.
Become a Member – Make a Difference
Equal Access: Every child deserves the chance to learn, create, and be inspired.
Educational Impact: Our programs align with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards, making the arts a bridge to deeper understanding in history, science, literature, and more.
Community Growth: Your gift not only supports the students of today—it builds the creative leaders of tomorrow.
$5,000 – Funds 5 full camp scholarships
$1,000 – Sponsors one full camp scholarship
$500 – Covers a class bus trip
$100 – Supports partial scholarships for students in need
