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Mr. Kane from Brevard, NC is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a Stronger Band With Books and Binders

Help me give my students the materials they need. Many times students aren't able to have what they need, and this can give them a place to stay organized and be more successful in band!

  • $1,923 goal

This project expired on July 1, 2025.

This project expired on July 1, 2025.

My Project

Next year, half of our school’s student body will be part of the band program—a huge and exciting milestone! To support this growth, we need method books and black binders for our young musicians. Method books offer step-by-step lessons in music fundamentals like rhythm, note reading, and technique, ensuring all students progress with confidence. Black binders will help students stay organized and give our band a professional, unified look during performances. These materials are essential to building a successful, inclusive program where every student feels prepared and proud to participate. With your support, we can provide the tools our students need to grow musically and perform with confidence as part of a thriving school band.

Mr. Kane Brevard Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Brevard, NC View local requests

More than half 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

Never Before Funded 220 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1", Round Rings, Holds 225 Sheets, Clearvue Presentation View, Non-Stick, Black, Carton of 12 • Amazon Business $27.15 19 $515.85
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Trombone 1 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $12.60 20 $252.00
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Bb Trumpet 1 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $11.11 20 $222.20
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Bb Clarinet 1 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $9.82 20 $196.40
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Flute 1 Book/Online Audio • Music & Arts $11.22 15 $168.30
Hal Leonard Essential Elements for Band - Percussion and Keyboard Percussion 1 B • Music & Arts $11.31 10 $113.10

Materials cost

$1,467.85

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$114.49

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,634.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$288.42

Total project goal

$1,922.78

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