Dear UCMP Family, Today marks the official 14th anniversary of United Children’s Music Project (UCMP)! What began in 2012 with 54 young children in Union City has grown into a vibrant musical community that has served hundreds of students and families. UCMP was created to ensure that children in our community would have access to high-quality, orchestral music education regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.  What began as a small program has become a powerful

Even in these cold days of winter, the warmth of music filled our halls at UCMP. Every rehearsal, every note, and every performance for us is more than just music—it’s confidence, creativity, and community coming together. Our students continue to amaze us with their dedication and joy, showing that when children are given the tools and support to express themselves, incredible things can happen—even on the chilliest of winter days! Latin Night Thursdays Are Back! We’re excit

Dear UCMP Family, Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. Because of you, A Night on the Hudson was not just an event—it was a celebration of community, music, and the limitless potential of our children. From the moment the first guests arrived to the final notes of the evening, we felt surrounded by warmth, generosity, and genuine support. We opened the night with our Latin Jazz Ensemble, a group of talented young musicians ages 7 to 15, who filled the room with energy

UCMP Named Nonprofit of the Year! The  Hudson County Chamber of Commerce recognized UCMP with the Nonprofit of the Year Award during their annual HOLA Event on September 24th. It was an intimate ceremony that also recognized other Hispanic leaders: Andrés Acebo (President, NJCU ), Tania Umanzor (Branch Manager, Ponce Bank ), and the North Hudson Community Action Corporation . The ceremony was made even more powerful by keynote speaker Congressman Robert Menendez, who remi