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Mr. Riggs from Chicago, IL is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Drum Sticks!

Help me give my students a supply of drum sticks for our music classes!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Riggs's classroom raised $165

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a music teacher, I am committed to providing our students with a rich and engaging learning experience. However, we are currently facing a shortage of drum sticks, which greatly hinders our percussion lessons. With your generous donation, we can acquire a much-needed supply of drum sticks to enhance our students' musical education.

Drum sticks are essential tools for our music classes, as they allow students to explore rhythm, coordination, and creativity.

By having an ample supply of drum sticks, our preK-8th grade students will be able to fully participate in percussion ensembles, drum circles, and individual practice sessions. They will learn to play various rhythms and techniques, fostering their musical expression and teamwork skills. With these new drum sticks, our students will have the opportunity to engage in dynamic and energetic performances, showcasing their talents at school concerts and events.

Your contribution will have a lasting impact on our students, providing them with the necessary tools to develop their musical abilities. By donating to our music program at Doolittle Elementary, you will empower our students to discover their passion for music and encourage their artistic growth. We greatly appreciate your consideration and support in helping us create a vibrant and enriching musical experience for our students.

Mr. Riggs James R Doolittle Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Boao 16 Pairs 7A Maple Drum Sticks Classic Maple Wood Drumsticks for Rock Kids Beginners Band Musical Instrument Percussion Accessories • Amazon Business $26.99 4 $107.96

Materials cost

$107.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$139.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.63

Total project goal

$164.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$164.21

3 Donors

-$52.66

Donations toward project cost

-$46.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.13

match offer

-$109.47

Match offer toward project cost

-$93.05

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.42

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.08

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$0.00

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