Friends and Sponsors

Thanks to the following organizations and to private donors, we are able to offer scholarships and travel grants and hire some of our favorite performers to teach and mentor.  We thank them also for their suggestions and encouragement and look forward to continuing partnerships in their home communities and for our event.  
If you or your organization would like to make a donation please  get in touch with us!
The Folk Music Society of New York, Inc. / New York Pinewoods Folk Music Club is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational corporation and an affiliate of the Country Dance and Song Society of America. It is run by a volunteer Board of Directors, elected by the membership. It runs concerts, weekends, workshops, singing parties, and get togethers, all with an emphasis on traditional folk music of all flavors. Learn more about FMSNY at   www.folkmusicny.org.

Furthering the understanding, investigation, appreciation, and performance of the traditional folk music and folklore of the American people. Learn more about FSGW at  fsgw.org.

Folk Song Society of Greater Boston

The Folk Song Society of Greater Boston is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization of people interested in folk music: its traditional origins and sources and its current expressions. We are dedicated to providing opportunities for everyone to make, enjoy, and support this music. Membership in the Folk Song Society offers you reduced admission to FSSGB concerts, attendance at singing parties and special events, a free subscription to the Folk Letter, and regular announcements of FSSGB events. Learn more about FSSGB at  www.fssgb.org.
The Back Room at Jimmy’s No. 43 in New York City is a frequent venue for various theatrical and musical groups, non-profit functions, tastings and more. Jimmy’s No. 43 graciously provided space for a Youth Trad Song fundraiser in the summer of 2014. Read more about Jimmy’s No. 43 at  jimmysno43.com.

Past Friends and Sponsors

These organizations have sponsored YTS in the past. 


We have also received generous contributions from many individuals whose support has enabled YTS to thrive. YTS is a 501(c3) nonprofit. You may need our tax ID to set up an employer matching gift or for other donor purposes. it is 46-0956910. Thank you for thinking of us!