Causes: Arts & Culture, Bands & Ensembles, Children & Youth, Philanthropy, Philanthropy, Charity & Voluntarism Promotion, Youth Development Programs

Mission: To provide education arts and cultural activities for youth. Students of all abilities and needs are welcome. No student is ever turned away.

Target demographics: Youth - ages 10 - 18

Direct beneficiaries per year: 240 students

Geographic areas served: Massachusetts

Programs: The Needham based program provides private lessons, band classes, summer camp, workshops, digital audio production classes, performance opportunities, community engagement, and social activism through music. When the pandemic began Plugged In transitioned to a virtual environment without missing one day of programming. Currently their programs are both virtual and in-person to address the various needs of students and families. They serve students from Greater Boston and MetroWest communities, however with the virtual option they serve students located anywhere. Recently, Peace Tracks, a new virtual international program began, which has a cross-cultural exchange with students located in other countries.