Laufey launches The Laufey Foundation to help support young musicians

The Laufey Foundation is ensuring that young musicians of all demographics have the opportunity to attend youth orchestra programs, as youth orchestras serve as a gateway and conduit for serious student musicians to achieve their full potential by giving them the experience they need to be successful in their college and university ensembles and beyond.

On the Foundation’s launch, Laufey said, “The support and scholarships I received as a child have directly led to the career I have now. It's been a lifelong dream of mine to provide the next generation with the same support and opportunities. I can't wait to connect with the young musician community!”

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The Laufey Foundation will award inaugural grants to the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras, LA Phil’s YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles) program, The Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra, and two of Carnegie Hall’s national youth ensembles (NYO2 and NYO Jazz)—all globally recognized and TLF-mission aligned partner orchestras—with a goal of expanding the number and locations of orchestras globally in the months and years to come.

In addition to her personal contribution to launch the Foundation, Laufey is honoured to announce AWAL, AEG Presents, and Steinway & Sons as Founding Partners, as well as Warner Chappell, Catbird, and Gibson Gives as Benefactor Partners through their generous donations. Moreover, Laufey will also donate a portion of the proceeds of every Mei Mei The Bunny sold.