Support The Horizon Records: Global Creativity, Healing, and Honoring Voices

Our Mission

The Horizon Records exists to build Global spaces and programs where creativity becomes a tool for equity, healing, and connection. Through music, storytelling, and mentorship, we work alongside young people and underrepresented artists—providing access, guidance, and platforms to ensure their voices are honored, supported, amplified, and  heard.

What We Accomplished Together

This past year marked a pivotal chapter—one grounded in collaboration, youth empowerment, and global solidarity.

🎙 Youth Recording & Mentorship (Philadelphia & Los Angeles) We hosted hands-on studio sessions where young artists created original music, recorded their stories, and learned professional production skills. As we transition from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, we are actively expanding access for underserved youth across both regions. 🎤 Spoken Word & GRAMMY Access Initiative In partnership with Da Poetry Lounge and the Grammy Awards’ Spoken Word Category, we provided free workshops and recording sessions to increase access and representation—supporting artists in bringing their work to a global stage. 🎶 STURDY.Community Mentorship Program In Los Angeles, we launched a creative industry mentorship program connecting youth with professionals in music, branding, and production—ensuring participants left with both real-world experience and finished creative projects. ✍️ WriteGirl Collaboration We worked with girls and gender-expansive youth to transform their writing into recorded sound—amplifying their voices across digital platforms. 🎧 Altadena Youth Podcast (Fire Recovery Initiative) Following the Eaton Fires, we supported young survivors in producing a podcast and mini documentary—creating space for storytelling, reflection, and healing. 🌐 Global Work with Gaza Youth Through partnerships with international educators, we carefully produced and amplified poetry recordings from youth in Gaza—ensuring their voices are heard while prioritizing their safety and dignity. 🎶 Freedom Tapes One of our most meaningful initiatives, Freedom Tapes shares music and spoken word from Gaza with the world—blending grassroots recordings with professional production to amplify messages of humanity, resilience, and peace.

How funds will be used.

Funds raised will directly support the continuation and expansion of our core programs focused on access, education, and amplification.

A primary focus is our ongoing collaboration with Da Poetry Lounge and the GRAMMY Awards’ Spoken Word Category. Funding will allow us to: Support audio engineers who provide recording and mixing guidance Host virtual workshops that teach artists how to self-record, self-mix, and self-distribute their work Guide artists through the GRAMMY submission process This work is designed to increase access to professional tools and knowledge—particularly for underrepresented voices globally—so more artists can participate in major industry platforms. Funding will also support the growth of Freedom Tapes, our curated global project amplifying music and spoken word from artists in conflict-affected regions. This includes: Audio production and mixing Distribution across streaming platforms Continued outreach to artists and collaborators In addition, funds will help us expand and reestablish our studio sessions in Philadelphia, bringing best practices, technical knowledge, and creative mentorship developed through our work in Los Angeles back to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection. This includes: Securing new studio partnerships following the closure of RecPhilly Hosting in-person recording sessions for youth and emerging artists Providing hands-on training in recording, mixing, and production Milestones & Supporter Updates We are committed to transparency and keeping our community engaged. Supporters will receive updates at key milestones, including: Launch of new virtual workshop series Number of artists supported through recording and mentorship Expansion of Philadelphia studio programming New Freedom Tapes releases and listening campaigns Program growth and new partnerships Updates will be shared through email newsletters, social media, and direct campaign posts so supporters can see the real impact of their contributions.

How you can support our work

Sustaining this work depends on a community of people who believe in the power of creativity as a tool for equity and healing. If you’d like to be part of this mission, here are a few ways to get involved:

• Volunteer
  Share your skills in music, mentorship, outreach, or administration.
• Donate
  Financial contributions directly support studio access, youth programming, and the production of projects like Freedom Tapes, Self-Mixing for Artists virtual workshops, and partnership with Da Poetry Lounge x GRAMMY Awards.
• Collaborate
  We welcome partnerships with individuals, organizations, educators, and creatives aligned with this vision.
• Engage with the Work
  Listening, sharing, and amplifying the projects we produce is one of the most meaningful ways to support. We encourage you to explore the recordings, podcasts, and creative outputs from this year—these works are the heart of our mission.

FAQ or Contact

What does my donation support?
Your contribution directly funds artist workshops, engineering support, studio access, and global projects like Freedom Tapes.

Who benefits from this work?
We primarily serve youth and underrepresented artists, both locally in the U.S. and globally through our partnerships.

How can I get involved beyond donating?
We welcome collaborators, volunteers, and creative partners. If you have skills in music production, education, outreach, or media, we’d love to connect.

Will I receive updates?
Yes. Supporters will receive regular updates on workshops, artist outcomes, and new releases so you can see the direct impact of your support.

How can I contact you?
For questions, collaborations, or more information, please reach out at gabriella@thehorizonrecords.org . We’d love to hear from you.

A personal note
This work is built one artist, one story, and one session at a time. Your support doesn’t just fund programs—it creates real opportunities for people to be heard, to heal, and to imagine new futures. We hope you’ll be part of that with us.