““WISE celebrates the performances of artists who are still in the incubating phase of their careers. The Foundation provides much needed acknowledgment for these young artists and even goes so far as to offer small monetary encouragement. This small voice saying “Keep going!” can mean the difference between an actor settling for “plan B” and becoming a wide-spread success.””

““In addition to whole-heartedly supporting striving artists and believing in their unfolding careers, the WISE Foundation has made it possible for me to be an audience member at performances I may have never thought to attend. These are the shows and experiences that have allowed an extension of my education well past college graduation. The WISE Foundation is kind and selfless, offering invaluable opportunity to see art at a time where we need it most.””

“In 2011, I received an award from the WISE Foundation for my performance in Boston Conservatory’s Choreographer’s Showcase. Throughout my college experience the WISE Foundation continued to support me — attending the shows I performed in, inviting me to several professional shows within the Boston area, and later, making me their musical theater representative/ambassador. The WISE Foundation does whatever they can to support young emerging artists and encourage them to continue to follow their dreams. The Foundation has been a part of my life for about 6 years now and at this point, being so far from home, I would even consider them family. Ultimately, the WISE Foundation puts so much time, care, and as much money as they can, to support the arts and its young artists. I could not be more grateful for an organization as wonderful as this one. ”