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Littleton, CO

Etch A Foundation (Etch A Future)

EIN 87-2811013
Education & Youth Development Youth Arts & Creative Learning Children & youth Low-income
Mission

To harness the power of music to provide opportunities for disadvantaged youth to develop character, accountability, confidence, and positive relationships by funding year-long music scholarships and community music experiences.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About Etch A Foundation (Etch A Future)

Etch A Foundation (branded publicly as Etch A Future) was established to honor the memory of Mark Etchason and uses music scholarships and community performances to support disadvantaged and at-risk youth in the Littleton, Colorado area.

Since formalizing as a nonprofit in 2021, the foundation has sponsored students at the Littleton School of Rock, produced community concerts and benefit events to raise funds, and published resources about the educational benefits of music for young people.

Notable achievements

Founded to honor Mark Etchason (2021)

Launched by neighbors and friends to carry forward Mark Etchason’s love of music and community; formally established as a charitable foundation in 2021.

Sponsored students at School of Rock

Provided year-long scholarship support to multiple aspiring musicians (the foundation reports sponsoring three students) who gained stage experience and peer mentorship.

Regular successful benefit events

Produced recurring community concerts and benefit shows that raised funds, featured local bands, and created performance opportunities for scholarship recipients.

At a glance

Tax status
501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN
87-2811013
Location
Littleton, CO
Website
etchafuture.org
On Mahalo since
November 2025

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