Inspiring, Encouraging and Creating the

Future Through Filmmaking and the Arts

OUR PROJECTS

'LET'S FILM' 

The JRHF “Let’s Film” program offers comprehensive film classes where youth use a hands-on approach to learning how to create short films, from pre- to post-production. Films focus on bridging the gap between generations and socioeconomic barriers that exist in today’s society...

'GENERATION CHANGE'

Generation Change interviews adjudicated and at-risk inner city youth focusing on how they would solve current problems in their community such as building positive relationships with law enforcement and local government.

'THE ARCHITECTS'

Also presented in collaboration with NJ Council for the Humanities and professors from The College of New Jersey, the  JRHF's "The Architects"  is a six-week interactive program, a series of round-table forums designed to explore and find solutions to issues that inner-city teens face...

ABOUT US

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The James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts, in partnership with the community, enriches the quality of life for youth (ages 14 to 20) by providing a safe and educational environment where participants are inspired and encouraged toward a better future. This initiative is accomplished by fostering an interest in the creative process - while guiding participants/students through that process as it relates to the art of filmmaking, and by providing life-skills training that promotes success in business and the arts.

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We believe that art -- specifically filmmaking is therapeutic and provides a common language that gives us the opportunity to expand our minds; bridging the gap between generations and breaking down socioeconomic barriers. 

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A 501c3 nonprofit organization, the James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts provides an alternative to sports programs for youth who wish to pursue a creative outlet. We have created a safe community of support and encouragement in the midst of a stimulating course curriculum.

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"Don't underestimate the power of the arts and creativity for their healing power and ability to change lives."

- Joseph A. Halsey, Founder, James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts

STAFF

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Bios coming soon!

Kris Muse

Lee Kolinsky

Vont Leak

James C. Halsey

Wendy Halsey

CONTACT US

JRH Foundation of the Arts

535 E. Franklin Street

Trenton, NJ 08610

info@jrhfoundation.org

Tel: 212-714-4714