OUR STORY
Beat the Odds is dedicated to serving under-resourced youth in Boston’s low-income communities through its Creative Youth Development Program. With the recent decline of funding for music and art programs in public schools, we aim to help fill that void by providing students with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity and unlock their hidden talents. Our mission is to provide a safe space, where young people will have access to the creative tools necessary to inspire self-awareness and encourage mental health and healing from trauma through music and arts. Beat the Odds is a proud member of the Hustlers Guild Small and Strong non-profit coaLITion.
PROGRAMS
ARTIST
DEVELOPMENT
Our artist development program is designed to give our talented youth participants a unique opportunity to develop their brand and creative portfolios. Through the creative process we engage our youth by equipping them with the knowledge, tools and mentorship needed to hone their craft and establish themselves as professional independent artist.
MUSIC
PRODUCTION
Our music production program allows participants to have a hands-on experience learning the ins and outs of modern music production. Students are able to unlock and express their creativity through the use of the latest digital audio workstation and technology.
DANCE & PERFORMING ARTS
Our dance and performing arts program gives youth participants the ability to learn how to create their own choreography and put together a show. We help guide the students while they tune into themselves and learn how to express themselves through dance.
MARATHON
MONDAY
Marathon Monday is a weekly empowerment group that creates a brave space for our program participants to have honest conversations about subjects such as, Mental Health Awareness, Self Love, Healthy Relationships, Financial Literacy, Job Readiness, College Prep, Community Violence and much more.
REGISTER
SOCIAL
NEWS
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JOIN US every thursday this month for our creative workshops.
ROXBURY INNOVATION CENTER
5pm - 7PM
2300 WASHINGTON ST
ROXBURY, MA 02119 (2ND FLOOR)
Join us as we continue to explore the nuances of creative entrepreneurship. In this series Beat The Odds has partnered with the Dorchester Art Project to bring insights on creative execution, financing and how to properly engage press for your creative endeavors. All very necessary components of running a creative business. Come learn from industry professionals and get the information that’s going to help you scale your business and navigate the creative industry.
OUR TEAM
additional staff
Ben Carew - Director of Community Outreach
Mike Moon - Music Instructor
Jessenia Cruz - Event Coordinator
Paul Willis - Creative Leadership Development Instructor
Cynthia Brazier - Licensed Social Worker
Esteban Pepin - Financial Coach
Keni Andrews - Admin Support
board members
Camila Pagan
Pedro Cruz
Aliana Pineiro
Cynthia Brazier
Esteban Pepin
PARTNERS/SPONSORS
