Friends of Noise

Mission

Friends of Noise is an organization built on the values of collectivism and restorative justice. We seek to transform the culture of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth access to the music industry. We foster a healthy ecosystem for all ages to thrive by meeting young people where they are and by facilitating opportunities for immersion into a safer arts community while uplifting youth voices.

Bottom Line for Portland

Our programs empower youth to contribute to our creative ecosystem long before they are 21. Opening our new all ages venue means more workshops, performance opportunities, and workforce development for more youth. With your help our future home will be a multicultural and multi-generational community space for expression, connection, and personal growth.

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“I really loved my experience performing with Friends of Noise and I hope that they can continue to uplift young artists in Portland! Thank you friends of noise for making me feel seen and allowing me to feel like I can pursue music!!” Mathilda- youth musician

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity of artists, music genres and audience members makes for a safer, more vibrant and more open all ages music scene. When Hip Hop is on the same lineup as Rock, cool things happen. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion means that we strive to make everyone feel welcome and needed in our music scene. We see diversity not as a task to be achieved but as a feature that draws in like-minded people of all ages.

Incentives

Incentive from Garnish apparel: 

All donations over $200 to Friends of Noise will be entered into a drawing to win one of 2 prizes: 

$100 Gift certificate and free Personal Stylist Appointment!

$100 Gift certificate and free Shopping Party!

Incentive with partner orgs Depave and p:ear:

Donors who give at least $50 each to Friends of Noise, Depave, and p:ear will be entered into a drawing to win a weekend stay at a wilderness cabin near Carson, OR. 

Partner(s)

Friends of Noise is proud to be in community with the following partner orgs!

Arts for Learning NW-connects young people with diverse arts and creative experiences.

Depave- transforms over-paved areas into community greenspaces.

Live Wire Radio-produces independent public radio featuring arts and culture.

P:ear- supports homeless youth through self-discovery and community

Portland Center Stage- produces theatrical experiences that connect diverse communities. 

Stone Soup PDX - provides culinary & workforce training to individuals facing barriers to employment.

Friends of Noise is thankful for our business partner, Garnish, which features limited-edition clothing made right here in Portland!