Tonight’s Concert is a Benefit for ArtsWestchester.
Founded in 1965 by visionary private citizens and dedicated elected officials, ArtsWestchester has grown from modest beginnings into New York State’s largest private nonprofit arts council. 60 years later, it stands as a national leader in championing creativity and advocating for public support of the arts.
ArtsWestchester works to ensure the arts are integral to and integrated into every facet of life in our communities. To meet this charge, ArtsWestchester provides grants and professional development opportunities for organizations and individual artists, advocates for public support of the arts, builds audiences through diverse marketing initiatives, and provides transformative community-based cultural programming. The organization’s leadership elevates a vibrant creative ecosystem that generates more than $182 million in economic impact for Westchester County.
Today, through its partnerships with Westchester County Government, New York State, and the New York State Council on the Arts, ArtsWestchester is the major funder of the arts in Westchester and Rockland Counties, awarding more than $2 million in grants annually to artists and arts organizations.
ArtsWestchester aspires to enrich the lives of everyone in the communities we serve.
To support ArtsWestchester’s mission to keep the arts vibrant and accessible, make a tax-deductible donation here.
To register and bid in ArtsWestchester’s on-line auction, click here.
Thank you for celebrating our 60th anniversary with us. Enjoy the show!
Regina Spektor
Regina Spektor is synonymous with New York City. A Purchase College Alum, we are proud to have her back at her alma mater to perform a special concert to benefit ArtsWestchester.
The acclaimed singer, songwriter, and pianist got her own sign on the Bronx Walk of Fame, as well as “Regina Spektor Day,” (June 11, 2019), proclaimed by Mayor Bill DeBlasio.
The Grammy® Award nominee first saw commercial success with the RIAA Platinum-certified LP, Begin to Hope, which includes the singles “On the Radio,” “Better” and “Samson,” as well as “Fidelity,” which climbed the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. Spektor’s fifth album, Far (2009), and sixth album, What We Saw From the Cheap Seats (2012), both debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
Spektor has performed at The White House as well as on Broadway, “Saturday Night Live,” and contributed to many projects spanning film and television, including the Grammy-nominated theme song for "Orange Is The New Black".
ArtsWestchester is Proud to Honor Montefiore Einstein
Montefiore Einstein is an exemplary leader in recognizing the arts in community well-being and comprehensive healthcare. Their unwavering support of ArtsWestchester and the broader cultural landscape of Westchester County reflects a deep commitment to healing that extends beyond medicine.
For the past four years, Montefiore Einstein has proudly served as ArtsWestchester’s foremost corporate partner, setting the standard for transformative corporate arts philanthropy. Since 2023, Montefiore Einstein has elevated the region’s cultural vibrancy as the Presenting Sponsor of JazzFest White Plains, a five-day celebration of world-class music that brings GRAMMY® Award-winning artists, acclaimed performers, and rising stars to the heart of Westchester.
Montefiore Einstein’s dedication to cultural inclusion continues through its role as Presenting Sponsor of Westchester Roots, a dynamic series of educational family festivals that honor the rich tapestry of music, dance, and culinary traditions across the county. Their support also extends to beloved institutions like Jazz Forum Arts and Lyndhurst, ensuring that the arts remain accessible and thriving throughout the region.
Montefiore Einstein exemplifies how healthcare institutions can lead with heart, vision, and creativity by making the arts an integral part of community health.
“Our vibrant partnership with Montefiore Einstein underscores a powerful truth: music and art-making are not just joyful expressions—they’re essential to the health and the vitality of our communities.” - Kathleen Reckling, CEO ArtsWestchester
