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

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Strings Secure: Guitar Cases Guarding Instruments & Amplifying Dreams

Help me give my students guitar cases to protect their instruments, ensuring they can carry their passion safely wherever they go.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Dooley's classroom raised $954

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Guitar cases may seem simple, but for our students, they are essential tools that can significantly impact their musical journey. Imagine a student excitedly carrying their guitar to school, only to find it scratched, dented, or even broken due to lack of proper protection. Guitar cases play a crucial role in safeguarding these instruments, ensuring they remain in solid playing conditions

By providing guitar cases to our students, we are not just protecting their instruments; we are nurturing a sense of responsibility and care for their craft.

Learning to properly store and transport their guitars teaches them valuable lessons in instrument maintenance and respect for their musical tools. This hands-on experience instills a sense of pride and ownership in their instruments, enhancing their overall learning experience and commitment to their musical journey.

For this, we hope the students will understand the importance of proper instrument care and take pride in their musical equipment. With the support of generous donors like you, we can achieve these goals and equip our students with the resources they need to thrive as musicians. My students put their all into performances, constantly striving for improvement and excellence. Their enthusiasm is contagious, inspiring others around them to embrace music and creativity.

Overall, guitar cases may seem like small details, but they play a significant role in shaping our students' musical journey. Your support will make a tangible difference in their learning experience, empowering them to pursue their musical passions with confidence and dedication. Your donation secures not just gear but dreams and melodies in motion. Thank you for considering our cause and investing in the future of music education. Together, we can take part in "Building the Nation's Next Generation of Rockstars".

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Ellenwood, GA
Grades 9-12
Clubs & Activities
Music
Musical Instruments
More than half of students from low‑income households

Mr. Dooley Morrow High School Grades 9-12

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Ellenwood, 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Fender FA610 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Gig Bag Black • Woodwind and Brasswind $35.99 20 $719.80

Materials cost			$719.80
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$49.67
3rd party payment processing fee			$10.80
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$810.27
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$142.99
Total project goal			$953.26
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$953.26
6 Donors			-$538.36
Donations toward project cost			-$503.11
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$35.25
match offer			-$361.36
Match offer toward project cost			-$307.16
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$54.20
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$53.53
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Strings Secure: Guitar Cases Guarding Instruments & Amplifying Dreams

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