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Ms. Charel from Kasigluk, AK is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Strings of Hope: Ukulele Project

Help me give my students ukuleles for their music class and school presentation and performances.

  • 2 donors
  • $941 goal

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My Project

A ukulele project in schools is not merely an extracurricular activity; it serves as a vital tool for enhancing students' educational experiences and personal development. By fostering musical engagement, cognitive development, social skills, emotional well-being, cultural appreciation, and lifelong skills, ukulele projects can significantly enrich the lives of students.

By promoting musical engagement, cognitive development, social skills, emotional well-being, cultural appreciation, and lifelong skills, this ukulele project enriches the educational experience and contribute to the holistic development of students.

As schools continue to recognize the value of music education, the inclusion of accessible instruments like the ukulele can create a vibrant, supportive, and enriching environment for all learners.

Ms. Charel Akula Elitnaurvik School Grades 3-5

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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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Kasigluk, AK View local requests

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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mahalo Rainbow Series MR1 Soprano Ukulele Orange • Music & Arts $44.99 2 $89.98
Mahalo Rainbow Series MR1 Soprano Ukulele Yellow • Music & Arts $44.99 2 $89.98
Mahalo Rainbow Series MR1 Soprano Ukulele Purple • Music & Arts $44.99 2 $89.98
Diamond Head DU-10 Soprano Ukulele Red Black Fingerboard • Music & Arts $44.99 2 $89.98
Diamond Head DU-10 Soprano Ukulele Black Black Fingerboard • Music & Arts $34.99 2 $69.98
Kala Makala Soprano Ukulele • Music & Arts $59.00 1 $59.00
Mahalo Rainbow Series MR1 Soprano Ukulele Blue • Music & Arts $44.99 1 $44.99
Diamond Head DU-10 Soprano Ukulele Green Black Fingerboard • Music & Arts $44.99 1 $44.99
Mahalo Rainbow Series MR1 Soprano Ukulele Light Blue • Music & Arts $39.22 1 $39.22
Diamond Head DU-10 Soprano Ukulele Light Blue Black Fingerboard • Music & Arts $34.10 1 $34.10

Materials cost

$652.20

Vendor shipping charges

 $97.83

Sales tax

 $9.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$799.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.10

Total project goal

$940.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $940.69

2 Donors

-$940.69

Donations toward project cost

-$799.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$141.10

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