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Ms. Aguiar from Hartford, CT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Restore the Sound: Help Us Fix Our Instruments!

Help me give my students repair tools so their instruments can be repaired and maintained.

  • 1 donor
  • $442 goal

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Ms. Aguiar has another project! Donate to Building Rhythm: A Drum Set Fundraiser to help her classroom.

All donations currently doubled!
You can complete this project for $496.
2X

My Project

Our students have an incredible passion for music, and it’s inspiring to see them pour their hearts into their practice. Whether they are singing, playing wind instruments, or mastering percussion, they are eager to learn and improve. However, many of our instruments have suffered from regular use and need repairs to stay in optimal condition. By getting essential repair materials, we can restore these instruments, ensuring that each student has access to the instruments they need to succeed.

With working instruments, they’ll be able to develop their skills, deepen their understanding of music, and truly enjoy the process of learning.

The repair materials we’re requesting will make a significant difference in the students' ability to fully engage with their lessons. When instruments are functioning properly, students can focus on improving their technique and creativity rather than being held back by technical issues. The goal of this project is to provide reliable instruments for every student, allowing them to explore and grow as musicians.

Ms. Aguiar Jumoke Academy Honors - Hrtd Conser Grades 6-8

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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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Hartford, CT 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

23 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Valentino Standard Repair Kit • Amazon Business $243.03 1 $243.03
GU GU 1 Set Alto Sax Repair Parts Screws + 25pcs Sax Pads + Blanket column • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
TUOREN 1Set Trumpet Repair Kit Trumpet Valve Finger Buttons Connecting Rods Valve Caps Piston Guides Spring Felt Washer Water Key Spit Valve Replacement 40Pcs, Silver • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Clarinet Pad Adhesive,Clarinet Repair Kit Tools,Clarinet Maintenance Repair Tools Set Replacement Kit Clarinet Musical Instrument Accessory Clarinet Repair Kit instrument screws • Amazon Business $19.05 1 $19.05
Flute Maintenance Kit, Flute Repair Maintenance Set Musical Instrument Parts Accessories • Amazon Business $15.28 1 $15.28
PDP by DW Drum Key • Music & Arts $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$340.32

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$375.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.25

Total project goal

$441.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $441.67

1 Donor

-$441.67

Donations toward project cost

-$375.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.25

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 $0.00

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