Dear YAA Senior Families,

As we approach graduation, we find ourselves reflecting on what an extraordinary journey our children have had with Young Artists of America—years filled with creativity, excellence, and a deep, transformational sense of belonging.

We hope you and your children will join us in making a lasting contribution to YAA in the form of a Senior Class Gift. The new rehearsal home in Rockville offers a perfect opportunity for our class to leave their mark and say thank you for the wonderful years together with YAA.

With a strong collective effort, the Class of 2026 gift could support a meaningful and highly visible element of the new space, such as YAA signage, furnishings for a student lounge, or equipment for a community kitchen—all lasting reminders of this class and its impact. While the final gift will depend on participation and funds raised, YAA will provide an opportunity to recognize this contribution with a plaque noting that the gift is from the Class of 2026, so that when our children return to visit the rehearsal space, they can see the lasting impact of their time with YAA.

Our goal is 100% participation from senior families, with an eye toward raising $7,500. We invite you to contribute between now and May 2, when we will celebrate and announce the total raised, and the Class of 2026 Senior Gift, during the weekend of The Prince of Egypt performance and events.

As our seniors take their final bow with YAA, this is a special opportunity to come together as a class to honor their journey and leave something behind for those who will follow in their footsteps. We hope you will join us in making this final act one to remember.

Sincerely,
David Robbins, YAA Board of Directors and father of Ryan
Jared Kotler, YAA Board of Directors and father of Bee

Senior Class Gift 2026

Help us raise $7500 by May 2!