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Why Give?

Sustain a Creative Sanctuary

Your gift keeps our house and lawn on Governors Island open as a free, welcoming third space for all.

Fuel Artistic Risk & Access

Directly support artist honorariums and free programs, removing financial barriers for creators and participants.

Help us grow successful experiments, like Frequency Fest and Sound Bath Sundays, into last

Deepen Roots in Community

With Gratitude to our Supporters

DuYe Moves is built on a foundation of generosity. The success of our seasonal Zeffy fundraisers keep our doors open to the vibrant energy of every participant. This was made possible by our supporters ’contributions.

Thank you for being the first believers in this sanctuary. We have served over 10,000 visitors and 50+ artists over the past three seasons. Thank you for laying the groundwork for us to become a mighty micro-institution!

Abby Seethoff, Adam Mihalik, Adrianna Powell, Ajamu Walker, Alessia Elysee, Alexandra Ginzberg, Alize Arican, Allison Wilke, Alyson Kozak-Crane, Alyssa Bauer, Amani King, Amy Vito, Ana Martiny, Andrea Adams , Andrew Jones, Angel Acevedo- Berry, Angela Bronner Helm, Ann Banks, Anna Wilgan, Annelie Aguessy, Arem Duplessis, Beatrice Hanson, Bertha Aiken, Brenda Aiken, Caleb Heineman, Carol Browne, Carol Sabbagh, Casey Hargreaves, Catherine Callaway, Chaunette Lumpkins, Cheryl Grau, Christopher Scipio, Corinne Prenatt, Cynthia Spence, Daniel Praid, Daniel Simmons, Darius Peters, Dayanna Holness, Delbert Love, Dick D. Zigun, Dora Kamau, Ellis Peters, Evelyn Queen, Eyeheart Greight, Fatima James, Felisa Geddis, Gail Tate, Hillary Megroz, Ingrid Antonio, Ivette Lenard, Jamee Culbertson, Janny Ortiz, Jasmine Brewster, Jasmine Mathews, Jayne K. Smith, Jayne Smith, Jenni M Mikkola, Jennifer Jones, Jennifer Martinez, Jeremy Walker, Jordana Herman, Jose Ivey, Juliet Adams, Juliet Royster, Justin Bailey, Kadiatou Tubman, Kaleena  Guadalupe, Karen  Coleman , Karen Coleman, Karyn Kloumann, Kasey Wien, Katherine Mulry, Kenya Crumel, Kiebpoli Calnek, Kim Kirkley, Kisha Santana, Kmur Hardeman, Kristine Giga, Kristine Guillermo, Leah A Dobkin, Leslie Brown, Lomo Laura Marie, Luella Lewis, Luis Cortes-Richards, Luminary Beauty, Lynn Neuman, Madelyn Hoffman, Margaret Farrara, Maria Flotta, Marie Favorito, Marion Chajet Koltun, Marishka S Phillips, Mary E Reed, Matt Sherman, Mattie Akerd, Michael Smith, Michelle Adams, Mr Blackman, N H, Natasha Kestner, Neelofer  Hilal, Neelofer Hilal, Nkenge Carter, Olivia Fowora, Onome Djere, Patricia Cooper, Patricia Young, Rachel Crouthamel, Rachel Santos, Rebecca Pape, Robbin Lewis, Robin Laverne Wilson, Rodney Levi Satcher, Rodney Mcmillian, Rodney N A, Samantha Sanderson, Sandile Mbele, Sandra Lawrence, Sarah Dolecki, Sharain  Pereira, Sho N A, Smith Sharon, Stephanie Allen, Stephen Koch, Svetlana Borodina, Tarie Fuller, Theo Lumpkins, Vanessa Lengies, Victoria Bittner, Wendy Brawer, William Simpson, Wubing Bai, Youngmee Kim, Zimmie Greene,

Sponsor Us

Become a Founding Institutional Partner

Help us write the next chapter. As a newly established 501(c)(3), we are building the foundational partnerships that will allow DuYe Moves to thrive for years to come. Corporate and institutional sponsorship is a direct investment in the cultural vitality of New York City, aligning your organization with a beloved community initiative on one of its most iconic public spaces.

Partner with us to:

  • Gain Visible Alignment with a unique, values-driven arts organization reaching a diverse, intergenerational audience of nearly 1 million annual Governors Island visitors.

  • Enable Major Programs by providing title or presenting support for signature events like our 3-day Frequency Fest expansion or our annual season of visual art exhibitions.

  • Demonstrate Community Commitment by funding accessibility initiatives, youth outreach days, or our free public class series.

We invite you to explore a tailored partnership. View Our 2026 Sponsorship Deck to see our full vision and partnership opportunities.

Fuel the Sound: Donate Equipment & Instruments

Give the gift of capacity. The right tools transform what is possible. To elevate our concerts and empower the artists we host, we rely on a core "backline" of professional equipment. Your in-kind donation of new or gently used gear directly removes a barrier for performers and raises the production quality for every audience member.

Our Current Needs:

  • Drum Kit & Percussion: A full acoustic kit, congas, and djembes to form the rhythmic heart of our programs.

  • Audio & Amplification: A reliable PA system, speakers, microphones, and DI boxes to ensure every note is heard.

  • Key Instruments: A portable keyboard and stand to welcome pianists and composers.

  • Stage & Rigging: A versatile portable stage and basic lighting to define our outdoor performance space.

Donating equipment is a powerful way to make a tangible, lasting impact on our micro-institution. Contact us to discuss available items.

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