named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Educational Resource Distribution
Supplies music curriculum and teaching materials to educators to support quality music instruction in under-resourced schools.
Free Instrument Rentals and Repairs
Provides free access to musical instruments and repair services for underserved K-12 students in New York City.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Music Education and Training Programs 2 activities
- Distribution of music curriculum resourcesSupplies musical curriculum and educational materials, including digital and print resources, to teachers and students in underserved schools to support quality, student-centered music education.
- Music education programs for underserved youthDesigns and delivers music education programs that help children in underrepresented and marginalized communities develop musical abilities through instruction, ensemble coaching, and performance preparation; serves over 1,000 community members annually in New York City.
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Music Education Support 2 activities
- Free instrument rental and repair servicesProvides free instrument rentals and repairs to underserved K-12 students in New York City, with over 80 instruments repaired across multiple reporting periods.
- Instrument donation logisticsConducts pickups and deliveries of donated musical instruments to support program operations and student access.
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Human Rights Advocacy & Accountability 1 activity
- Advocacy for global music education accessConducts advocacy initiatives and speaking engagements at high-profile venues such as the United Nations to promote equitable access to music education worldwide.
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Community Music Performances & Education 1 activity
- Community music events and outreach programsHosts over 12 annual community events, including concerts, workshops, masterclasses, and wellness programs featuring local musicians, students, and professionals; conducts outreach in underserved neighborhoods and senior homes to foster engagement and showcase talent.
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Arts Education Access Programs 1 activity
- Partnership development with schools and community centersEstablishes and maintains partnerships with over 10 Title 1 schools and community organizations to expand access to music education programs and resources.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$27K
Contributions & grants$27K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$26K
Program expenses64%
Admin / overhead34%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$792
Cash$792
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$792
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +128.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 4
- Bianca Quddus — Treasurer
- Diane Bacchus — President
- Joshua Quddus — Vice President
- Nahaz Quddus — Secretary
relationships · 45
Who they work with
- Ahhaa Partner — Supports mental wellness and personal development through science-backed tools
- April Litt Rachmuth Partner — Founding music teacher and advisor who inspired the co-founders' musical journey and continues to support the organization.
- Blinkist Partner — Supports microlearning and knowledge accessibility through digital learning summaries
- Bronx High School of Science Partner — Student staff reporter for school publication and member of debate team.
- Citizens Committee for New York City Funder — Local funder supporting community-based programs in NYC.
- Citizens Committee for New York City Partner — Empowers grassroots initiatives by providing funding and resources for community change
- Coursera Partner — Collaborates with Coursera to expand educational offerings.
- Coursera Partner — Collaborates with Coursera to support educational programming and capacity building.
- Coursera Partner — Collaborates with Coursera to support music education programming.
- Coursera Partner — Partners to support online learning and career readiness through access to educational content
- Coursera Partner — Partners with Coursera to support educational programming
- Coursera Partner — Provides access to online learning and professional development courses.
- Grow with Google Partner Program Partner — Partner in the Grow with Google Partner Program to support music education access.
- Grow with Google Partner Program Partner — Partner with Google's Grow with Google program to expand access and capacity
- Grow with Google Partner Program Partner — Partnered through the Grow with Google Partner Program to support organizational development.
- Grow with Google Partner Program Partner — Partnered with the Grow with Google Partner Program to support music education initiatives.
- Grow with Google Partner Program Partner — Provides digital skills training and career readiness resources in partnership with Harmony 4 All
- Grow with Google Partner Program Partner — Provides free digital skills and career readiness training resources.
- Juilliard School Network — Partner institution where co-founders study and which informs the organization's educational approach.
- Little Guyana Pharmacy & Cafe Partner — Serves as a community health and cultural engagement hub in Queens, New York
- New York City Department Cultural Affairs Government — Government funder supporting cultural programs in NYC.
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Funder — Funds nonprofit arts organizations and promotes access to cultural programming
- New York Foundation for the Arts Funder — Private foundation funder supporting arts access initiatives.
- New York Foundation for the Arts Partner — Supports artists and cultural workers through funding and professional development resources
- New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Provides arts funding and support to Harmony 4 All
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Government funder supporting arts programming.
- New York State Legislature Government — Government funder supporting the organization's programs.
- New York State Legislature Government — Responsible for legislative framework supporting public services and education initiatives
- New York State Office of the Governor Government — Government funder supporting the organization's programs.
- New York State Office of the Governor Government — Provides state-level support for education and community development policies
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Equity-Centered Program Design to Remove Structural Barriersmethodology: equity-centered program designBy intentionally designing programs for underrepresented communities and eliminating financial and logistical obstacles—such as through free instruments and open access—the organization increases participation and inclusion in music education, because systemic barriers are primary constraints to engagement.
- Integrated Music and Career Readiness Educationmethodology: music-integrated-career-readinessBy integrating digital skills and career readiness training with music education, the organization builds discipline, collaboration, and long-term opportunity, because musical learning can serve as a foundation for broader life and workforce competencies.
- Music as a Transformative Tool for Youth Developmentmethodology: music-for-youth-developmentBy providing equitable and barrier-free access to music education, the organization fosters personal development, confidence, and creativity in underserved youth, because engagement in music strengthens individual agency and social connection.