Help me give my students an amp to the rock band so they can rock out.
$273 goal
This project expired on November 21, 2025.
This project expired on November 21, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Our school’s rock band is more than just music — it’s a space where students of all backgrounds come together to collaborate, express themselves, and find confidence through creativity. However, we currently lack a working guitar amplifier, which limits our ability to rehearse and perform effectively. A quality guitar amp is essential for our students to hear themselves, develop their sound, and gain valuable experience working with real performance equipment.
Many of our students are just beginning their musical journeys.
For some, this band is their only access to music education. By providing a reliable amplifier, you’re helping level the playing field for students who may not have access to instruments or gear at home. It will be used during rehearsals, school concerts, and community events, giving our musicians a voice and a platform to shine.
Your generous donation will help us amplify more than sound — it will amplify student confidence, teamwork, and artistic growth. With your support, our school band can keep rocking, growing, and inspiring others. Thank you for helping us bring our music — and our message — to life.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
125 students impacted
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