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Mr. Weissman from New York NY is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Strumming for Success: New Guitars for Our Guitar Club

Help me give my students new guitars for our Guitar Club to expand our musical palette!

  • 3 donors
  • $541 still needed

expires Sep 01

  • 3 donors
  • $541 still needed
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In our Guitar Club, music isn't just a hobby; it's a gateway to creativity, confidence, and connection. However, our current instruments are showing signs of age, hindering the progress and enthusiasm of our budding musicians. Through these new guitars, we aim to revolutionize the learning experience for our students. These fresh instruments will provide smoother playability, clearer tones, and better intonation, ensuring that every strum resonates with clarity and purpose. With improved instruments, our students will find themselves inspired to practice more diligently, explore new techniques, and unleash their full musical potential.

Our primary goal for this project is to create an environment where our students can thrive as musicians and individuals.

By acquiring new guitars, we aim to cultivate a sense of pride and ownership among our club members, fostering a deeper commitment to their musical journey. Additionally, we strive to expand the reach of our club, welcoming new students who may have previously been deterred by the limitations of our current equipment. Ultimately, we aspire to create a community of passionate musicians who support and encourage each other, both within our club and beyond.

What truly sets our students apart is their unwavering dedication and enthusiasm for music. Despite the challenges posed by outdated instruments, they approach each practice session with enthusiasm and determination, demonstrating a genuine love for the art form. Moreover, our students possess a remarkable ability to collaborate and inspire one another, creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and empowered. With new guitars in hand, there's no limit to what our students can achieve, and we are eager to witness the extraordinary musical journeys that lie ahead.

Mr. Weissman
Grades 9-12

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gretsch Guitars Jim Dandy Deltoluxe Parlor Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black Top • Music & Arts $279.99 1 $279.99
Gretsch Guitars Jim Dandy Flat Top Acoustic Guitar 2-Color Sunburst • Music & Arts $189.00 1 $189.00

Materials cost

$468.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$506.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.30

Total project goal

$595.32

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $595.32

2 Donors

-$45.00

Donations toward project cost

-$38.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.75

match offer

-$10.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$8.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

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 $540.32

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