Rooted in Skid Row through music, community, and openhearted inclusion of the most marginalized members of society, Urban Voices Project amplifies artistic expression to improve well-being, strengthen social networks, and inspire individuals to be their own best advocates. Our programming consists of community singing, ensemble choir, music education and wellness workshops, and recurring events designed to build community and strengthen access to resources for individuals experiencing homelessness. Funding from the California Arts Council would support our general operating costs, in addition to supporting our developmental goals, which include paying our choir members, expanding our weekly programming offerings to other healthcare and social service sites, and developing a facilitator training curriculum to solidify an instructive methodology behind UVP programming and strengthen avenues for our participants to take on leadership positions.