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Mr. Milford from Decatur, GA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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(Reed)ing Is Fundamental!

Help me give my students every day musical instrument accessories they may not be able to get readily.

  • $266 goal

This project expired on June 7, 2023.

This project expired on June 7, 2023.

My Project

My students will be utilizing these materials to build sound musical techniques. The reeds are to mature and advance our sound to the next level. The materials will help us when we present concerts for the school and the surrounding community. After the students render concerts, they will share their experiences with younger students (elementary) in hopes of encouraging them to participate in their music program. We have 200 students signed up for band next year! We could use these items!

Donations to this project will significantly impact the lives of my students in the music program and the entire school community.

For years, the students have provided meaningful service with limited resources. This is their chance to soar to new heights in their musical outreach.

Mr. Milford Druid Hills Middle School Grades 6-8

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

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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.

Decatur, GA 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

HBCU Alum 250 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Vandoren CR1025 Bb Clarinet Traditional Reeds Strength 2.5; Box of 10 • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
BQLZR Bamboo Oboe Reeds German Style Handmade Oboe Soft Woodwind Instruments Accessories Multicolor Pack of 5 • Amazon Business $21.72 2 $43.44
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1", Round Rings, Holds 225 Sheets, Clearvue Presentation View, Non-Stick, Black, Carton of 12 • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
Pharma-C-Wipes 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Wipes (Case of 6 Canisters) MADE IN THE USA • Amazon Business $30.95 1 $30.95
Vandoren CR103 Bb Clarinet Traditional Reeds Strength 3; Box of 10 • Amazon Business $22.15 1 $22.15

Materials cost

$180.51

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$225.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.83

Total project goal

$265.51

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