Every artist needs a stage. We make sure LVA students have everything they need to get there.
Making A Difference
Friends of LVA Foundation exists exclusively to provide the resources necessary to make the promise of LVA’s world-class tuition-free arts education possible, today and in the future.
The Impact of Investment
Investment in the arts and LVA’s artists can have a profound impact. Here’s where that support has already made a difference.
$230K
DEPLOYED TO DIRECTLY SUPPORT LVA STUDENT PROGRAMS
$40K
DONATED TOWARD INSTRUMENTS, PHOTO AND FILM EQUIPMENT
$60K+
INVESTED TO UPGRADE SOUND AND LIGHTING IN THEATERS
40+
MASTER ARTIST WORKSHOP SERIES ON CAMPUS
$10K
PROVIDED IN STUDENT SCHOLORSHIPS
1700+
TALENTED STUDENTS SUPPORTED THROUGHOUT LAS VEGAS
The Difference, Up Close
Every story here is part of something bigger – a legacy of artistic excellence that doesn’t happen on its own.
“The Friends of Las Vegas Academy Foundation is more than a donor—it is a true partner in our mission. Their unwavering commitment empowers our students to learn from accomplished artists, perform in exceptional spaces, and pursue their passions with the resources they deserve. We are profoundly grateful for their generosity and continued partnership. Together, we are ensuring that Las Vegas Academy's legacy of excellence continues to inspire generations of artists to come”
- Principal Lezlie Koepp
How You Can Help
There are many ways to invest in LVA’s students and the future of arts education in Las Vegas. Find the one that fits you.
Signature Programs and Events
LVA students do not just study the arts. They learn from the people who have built careers in them. That does not happen without community support. Join us in supporting initiatives that drive investment and impact.
Experience The Arts Gala
For more than a decade, the Experience the Arts Gala has funded the programs, spaces, and opportunities that define LVA. The next one is February 6, 2026.
Be in the room.
Master Artist Series
Lin-Manuel Miranda has led a masterclass for LVA students. So have Grammy winners, Broadway performers, and Cirque du Soleil artists. The Master Artist Series brings the professional world directly into the classroom. Your support keeps it going.
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