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Hip Hop FinFest is:
- A youth song competition where the top three finalists get cash prizes (First place: $1,000; Second place: $500; Third place: $250) and a Sony Studio in a Backpack valued at over $1,300
- A community concert where the top two finalists get an all expenses paid trip to New York City and perform their song to an enthusiastic crowd
- A chance to have Hip Hop legends give you feedback on your music and songwriting skills
- A groundbreaking arts and finance program for schools and organizations
- An opportunity for educators to connect with their students on a deeper level
- A program that puts youth front and center as the voices of tomorrow on one of the most crucial topics in our lives: Money
2025’s theme: When Money Makes Change
This year, it’s all about financial advocacy. Now more than ever, we need to be equipped to be able to advocate for ourselves and our fellow community members. That means:
- Knowing how financial systems work so you can speak up, ask questions, and not get scammed
- Understanding your relationship with money so you can speak from an empowered place
- Learning how to use art and music as tools for sharing your purpose, your vision, and your voice.
Hosted by Dyalekt, co-Founder of pockets change. On Instagram as @pocketschange
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