#S Foundation’s  mission is to improve the awareness of the music arts and wellness in the urban community through innovative mobile services.  

#S Foundation is a Miami, FL based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that offers clients in vulnerable communities with innovative musical methods for learning and the development of socio-emotional skills. Through S Foundation’s programming, clients can overcome hardship and experience mindfulness while reaching their potential.  We specialize in customizable programs.

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#S Foundation started as an idea from the founder Scott S McCartney in 2004.  While he served an illustrious career as a commissioned officer in the US Coast Guard he traveled and lived in large cities throughout the US.  In every city, he noticed disparaging opportunities for underserved youth.   He decided to create a non-profit entity to create publicly funded programs that centered around the music, arts and other therapeutic wellness programs.  Instead of using traditional methods, Scott utilized abstract instrumentation, expertise and programming.  One common factor in all S Foundation programs;  it is designed to be mobile, and uses partnerships with influential community organizations, to reach a wider client base.

#S Foundation has a unique curriculum that emphasizes mindfulness, creative exploration and social-emotional learning. We use social-emotional learning measurements to evaluate key competencies such as teamwork, empathy, initiative, responsibility and problem solving. We also use innovative music learning tools that are non-traditional.  These innovative tools can include methods such as abstract musical instruments, turntables, vinyl records and foley artist exercises. Our goal is to have improved social-emotional indicators as a result of our innovation.

#Led by Scott S McCartney, S Foundation is proving to revolutionize opportunities for urban youth.  Music is proven to decrease the effects of depression, PTSD and anxiety.  When S Foundation combines therapeutic programs with innovative musical tools, the improvements are substantial.