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Mr. Brown from Santa Cruz, CA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Practice Room to Rock Star: Support Our Young Band

Help me give my students the chance to experience the joy of making music together while protecting their hearing and developing lifelong skills.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Brown's classroom raised $1,000

This project is fully funded

My Project

This project provides essential instruments, ear protection, and learning resources for my afterschool concert band and rock band classes, serving students ages 9 to 11. Many of these young musicians are just beginning their musical journeys, and having quality gear designed for kids will help them build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy making music safely.

By equipping students with proper ear protection, we ensure their hearing stays safe during rehearsals and performances, especially in louder rock band settings.

The right-sized instruments and accessories make learning easier and more comfortable, encouraging regular practice and teamwork.

With your support, we’ll create a fun, inspiring environment where students can explore different musical styles—from classical concert band pieces to high-energy rock songs—helping them grow as musicians and individuals. This experience fosters creativity, discipline, and collaboration that benefits them far beyond the classroom.

Mr. Brown Delaveaga Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Santa Cruz, CA View local requests 250 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Roadie Tuner Roadie Bass Automatic String Tuner • Music & Arts $149.00 1 $149.00
Hercules GS526B PLUS Universal 6-Piece Guitar Auto Grip Display Stand • Music & Arts $143.99 1 $143.99
Rico Alto Saxophone Reeds, Box of 25 Strength 2 • Music & Arts $61.99 2 $123.98
Rico Bb Clarinet Reeds, Box of 25 Strength 2 • Music & Arts $50.99 2 $101.98
Alpine Muffy Kids - Hearing Protection - CE & ANSI Certified - Adjustable for Ages 3-16 years - Noise Cancelling Headphones - 25dB Sound Reduction Ideal for Protection and Concentration Aid – Black • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
D'Addario EXL170S Light Nickel Wound Short Electric Bass Strings • Music & Arts $22.99 2 $45.98
Titan Single Flute or Clarinet Stand • Music & Arts $11.99 3 $35.97
D'Addario Black Polypropylene Guitar Strap Black 2 in. • Music & Arts $6.26 3 $18.78
Yamaha Flute Swab • Music & Arts $5.99 3 $17.97
25-Piece Complete Folding Hex Key Wrench Set, Metric 1.5mm - 8mm, SAE 5/64” - 1/4”, Star T9 - T40 | Cr-V Steel, Precise and Chamfered Tips | 3 Pack All-Purpose Portable and Compact Allen Wrench Tools • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$740.61

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $67.77

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.91

Total project goal

$999.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $999.40

9 Donors

-$981.75

Donations toward project cost

-$849.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$132.26

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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