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Mr. Jefferson-Parker from Newport News, VA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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High School Drumline Fundraiser

Help me give my students bass drum harnesses and cases to protect their drums as we travel to various competitions.

  • 10 donors
  • $3,212 goal

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My Project

The items requested in our proposal will significantly impact the continued success and growth of the DHS Band Program in Newport News, Virginia. Over the past few years, our program has seen remarkable growth, expanding from a small ensemble of 30 students, with only 7 in the percussion section, to a thriving band of 75 members and counting. Our percussion section has seen a particular surge in size, now boasting a 20-member drumline.

To accommodate our growing number of students, we are seeking to add 14" AND 16" bass drum cases to our inventory, as additional drum cases are necessary to support our expanding section in protecting our drums.

In addition, we are looking to invest in new bass drum harnesses. The current harnesses we are using do not effectively meet the needs of our students. The marching bass drum harness is crucial in ensuring that students can properly hold and carry the drum, with the harness designed to fit each student individually while securely attaching to the drum.

We deeply appreciate any contributions made to our program, as they directly enhance the quality of education and performance for our students. Your support is invaluable to our continued success.

Thank you for considering a donation to the DHS Band Program. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity.

Mr. Jefferson-Parker Denbigh 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.

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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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

20 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pearl CX Airframe Carrier for Bass Drum • Music & Arts $396.99 6 $2,381.94
Yamaha Field-Master Bass Drum Case 16 in. • Music & Arts $138.99 2 $277.98

Materials cost

$2,659.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$39.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,729.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$481.73

Total project goal

$3,211.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $3,211.55

8 Donors

-$3,011.55

Donations toward project cost

-$2,559.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$451.73

match offer

-$200.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$170.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.00

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 $0.00

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