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Mr. Cruz from Brownsville, TX is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Keys to Creativity: Unlocking Musical Potential with Pianos

Help me give my students 4 yamaha p-143 keyboard package. Introducing piano lessons will have a profound impact on my students. Learning to play the piano develops fine motor skills, enhances cognitive abilities, and boosts self-esteem.

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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

Introducing piano lessons will have a profound impact on my students. Learning to play the piano develops fine motor skills, enhances cognitive abilities, and boosts self-esteem. It also helps students gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for music, which can translate into increased academic performance in other subjects.

By providing these Yamaha keyboards, you will give my students the opportunity to:

Develop musical skills and literacy.

Build self-confidence through performance and learning.

Foster creativity and critical thinking.

Experience the joy and benefits of learning an instrument.

Goals of This Project:

Provide the opportunity for every student to learn how to play the piano, even those who have no prior experience with music.

Teach students the fundamentals of playing piano, including proper hand positioning, note recognition, and the ability to play simple songs.

Foster self-esteem by encouraging students to perform their pieces for their peers and celebrate their progress in a supportive environment.

Our school serves a diverse community, and many of our students come from low-income families. For most of my students, the opportunity to learn piano would not be possible without the support of generous donors like you. This project represents the first step in establishing a piano program at our school. Your support will help us provide this unique opportunity for students who otherwise might not have the chance to learn the joy of playing the piano. I am truly excited to see my students grow as musicians, and I am confident that with your help, we can make this vision a reality.

Thank you for considering supporting this project and investing in the musical futures of my students. Together, we can make a lasting impact on their lives!

Mr. Cruz Benavides Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

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Brownsville, TX View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

Never Before Funded 250 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yamaha P-143 88-Key Digital Piano Package Black Essentials Package • Music & Arts $579.97 4 $2,319.88

Materials cost

$2,319.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$34.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,384.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$420.83

Total project goal

$2,805.51

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,805.51

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 $2,805.51

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