KING creates a consistent and nurturing environment
to empower youth to transform their lives through music mentorship.
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that You can help
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In 2024, the KING Mentoring program had:
The Kids in a New Groove (KING) mentoring through music program provides Central Texas youth who have had experience with the child welfare system with a committed one-on-one mentoring relationship through free weekly, private music lessons, giving students the ability to transform their lives through connection and support.
Kids in a New Groove combines the proven effects mentorship can have on youth, with the evidence that learning music at a young age improves reading, language, and problem-solving skills to produce notable improvements in students' grades, behaviors, and attitude.
Enroll a Student
Enroll a Student
Youth ages 5+, involved with the child welfare system, residing in Bastrop, Hays, Travis, or Williamson county are eligible to enroll in our free program.
Become a Mentor
Music Mentors
By becoming a music mentor, you will help a youth grow as a musician as well as teach them to build trusting relationships and boost their self confidence.
What to Expect
Kids in A New Groove Partner: Health Alliance for Austin Musicians
Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) connects Austin-area musicians, DJs, and music teachers with healthcare services. HAAM members can get free or discounted vision, dental, and hearing care, plus help navigating health coverage enrollment — all at no cost to members. Eligible artists living in Travis County or a surrounding county, earning under $63,000/year for a household of 1 (higher income limits for larger households), can apply anytime at myhaam.org/join-haam.