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

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DPA Bulldog Band Needs Your Help.

Help me give my students these stands and tuners. With this being a startup band going on the second year, these resources will be essential to my student success.

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My Project

The music stands and tuners will make a significant difference in my students’ learning by providing them with the necessary tools for effective rehearsals. Currently, we do not have enough stands for every student, which makes it difficult for them to maintain proper posture and focus while reading their music. Having dedicated stands for all students will create a more structured and professional rehearsal environment. Additionally, tuners will help them develop better pitch accuracy and ear training, allowing them to play in tune both individually and as an ensemble. These resources will directly impact their musical growth and performance quality.

My goal for this project is to equip my students with the essential materials they need to succeed in band.

As our program enters its second year, it is crucial to establish a strong foundation by providing every student with the proper resources. With enough stands and tuners, I can create a rehearsal space that fosters musical excellence, encourages responsibility, and prepares students for performances. This project will not only improve their individual skills but also strengthen the overall sound and cohesiveness of our band.

What makes my students special is their dedication, passion, and resilience. Despite the challenges of building a band program from the ground up, they show enthusiasm and commitment to improving their musical abilities. They come to class eager to learn and support one another, creating a positive and collaborative learning environment. By providing them with the right tools, I can help nurture their potential and give them the opportunity to thrive as musicians.

Mr. Robinson DeKalb Preparatory Academy Grades 6-8

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

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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 60 students impacted 9donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Manhasset M48 Carton of 6 Music Stands • Music & Arts $295.25 5 $1,476.25
KORG TM-70 Tuner/Metronome White • Music & Arts $39.99 10 $399.90

Materials cost

$1,876.15

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $129.45

3rd party payment processing fee

$28.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,063.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$364.19

Total project goal

$2,427.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,427.93

7 Donors

-$1,170.47

Donations toward project cost

-$1,111.90

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.57

Matching donations from our partners

-$1,119.81

Match offers toward project cost

-$951.84

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$167.97

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$137.65

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