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Mr. DiVito from Yonkers, NY is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classical Guitars for H.S. Music Appreciation Class & Guitar Ensemble

Help me give my students access to guitars to create music with. This will support both a general music and guitar ensemble program.

  • $1,087 goal

This project expired on June 11, 2025.

This project expired on June 11, 2025.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

These instruments will play a pivotal role in transforming the music education experience for our students and fostering their passion for music. Many of my students currently do not have access to their own guitars, which limits their ability to practice and engage fully with the material. By donating, you will directly contribute to improving their hands-on learning and artistic development. The goal of this project is to equip students with a quality instrument, so they can practice at home and in class. With guitars in their hands, they will have the opportunity to refine their skills, collaborate in ensemble settings, and develop a deeper understanding of music theory. This will also allow us to expand our curriculum, introducing more complex pieces and offering more performance opportunities, which is key to their growth as musicians.

What makes my students special is their dedication and enthusiasm despite limited resources.

Many come from underserved backgrounds, yet they show remarkable resilience and a strong desire to learn. They are eager to immerse themselves in music, and with the right tools, I know they can achieve great things. Your donation will empower them to pursue their musical potential, creating a ripple effect that will enrich their lives and the community around them.

Mr. DiVito Yonkers Montessori Academy Grades 9-12

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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.

Yonkers, NY View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 300 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yamaha CG102 Classical Guitar Spruce Top Natural • Music & Arts $219.99 4 $879.96

Materials cost

$879.96

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$923.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$162.91

Total project goal

$1,086.07

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