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Mr. Hench from Philadelphia, PA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pianos are a Music Teacher's Best Friend

My students need 3 digital pianos because the ones we have are outdated and broken.

  • $1,827 goal

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My Students

The students at my school are hungry for some new opportunities in music. We are tucked away up in the northeast portion of Philadelphia. The school itself is fairly new, but the music program is even newer. I feel if my students are given the resources they need, they will become powerhouse musicians. The music program at my school is a work in progress, and I am ready to help it grow even more over the coming years.

I know that with the studious nature of my students, the generous donations to this project, and a focused attitude we can achieve great heights.

My Project

My students can currently enroll in these two classes: Music Theory and Contemporary Music. They have been begging for new pianos since the middle of the year and I have heard their pleas. I will ensure they get the best musical education through the use of the pianos.

The possibility of musical greatness in my students will vastly improve if we receive these pianos.

Within each of the classes, students are either asked to play scales, chords, or even cover entire songs! Often, they have to share pianos which doesn't allow for them to have the best experience. I am hoping to eventually allow each student to use their own piano!

Mr. Hench New Foundations Charter High School Grades 9-12

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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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

800 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rhapsody 2 88-Key Console Digital Piano • Woodwind and Brasswind $499.99 3 $1,499.97

Materials cost

$1,499.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,552.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$273.97

Total project goal

$1,826.44

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,826.44

5 Donors

-$1,826.44

Donations toward project cost

-$1,552.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$273.97

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