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Mr. Tejada from San Jose, CA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Music in the Classroom!

Help me give my students the opportunity to experience more music at school.

  • $1,805 goal

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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

Music plays a transformative role in the lives of inner-city youth, offering a powerful outlet for expression, creativity, and emotional release. In environments where young people may face challenges such as economic hardship, violence, and limited access to resources, music provides a positive and constructive avenue for self-discovery and personal growth. Engaging with music—whether through playing instruments like a guitar (with an amplifier), singing, or producing—can help youth develop essential life skills such as discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. Moreover, music fosters a sense of community and belonging, offering a safe space for youth to connect with others who share their experiences and aspirations. By channeling their energy into music, inner-city youth can find a meaningful way to navigate their circumstances, build resilience, and envision a brighter future.

Mr. Tejada William C. Overfelt High School Grades 9-12

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San Jose, CA View local requests

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

110 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Epiphone Les Paul Standard '60s Electric Guitar Iced Tea • Music & Arts $699.00 1 $699.00
Fender Champion 50XL Guitar Amplifier, with 2-Year Warranty • Amazon Business $229.99 2 $459.98
PDP by DW Concept Series Direct-Drive Single Pedal • Music & Arts $199.99 1 $199.99

Materials cost

$1,358.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $124.35

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,533.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$270.65

Total project goal

$1,804.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,804.35

1 Donor

-$1,804.35

Donations toward project cost

-$1,533.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$270.65

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