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Mr. Barry from Miami, FL is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Wellness of Music

Help me give my students various music books for our band class to perform health and wellness.

  • $259 goal

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My Project

Music has a profound ability to uplift, heal, and connect people, making it an ideal tool for promoting wellness in our community. This project seeks to harness the power of music through a student-led initiative that aims to enhance mental health and foster community spirit. By engaging students in creating and sharing musical experiences, we will directly benefit our school and surrounding community. Our initiative will focus on organizing a series of music-related activities that promote wellness, including workshops, performances, and community music events. This project will empower students to take the lead in planning and executing these activities, creating a positive impact on mental health and community connection. Our initiative will focus on organizing a series of music-related activities that promote wellness, including workshops, performances, and community music events. This project will empower students to take the lead in planning and executing these activities, creating a positive impact on mental health and community connection. By utilizing music as a vehicle for wellness, this initiative will foster connections within our school and the broader community. Participants will gain a greater appreciation for the mental health benefits of music while enjoying shared experiences that build camaraderie and support.

Benefits of the Initiative

Empowerment: Students will take ownership of the project, developing skills in leadership, planning, and community engagement.

Connection: The initiative will bring together diverse community members, creating a supportive environment that fosters relationships and understanding.

Mental Health Awareness: By promoting discussions around mental health and the therapeutic power of music, we can help reduce stigma and encourage individuals to seek help when needed.

Mr. Barry Miami Edison Senior High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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Miami, FL 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

HBCU Alum 200 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Clarinet • Music & Arts $8.50 5 $42.50
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Drums/Mallet Percussion • Music & Arts $8.50 5 $42.50
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Trumpet • Music & Arts $8.50 3 $25.50
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Trombone • Music & Arts $8.50 3 $25.50
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Tenor Sax • Music & Arts $8.50 2 $17.00
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Baritone Bc • Music & Arts $8.50 2 $17.00
KJOS Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Flute • Music & Arts $8.50 2 $17.00

Materials cost

$187.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$219.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.79

Total project goal

$258.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $258.59

2 Donors

-$120.95

Donations toward project cost

-$109.90

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.05

match offer

-$129.29

Match offer toward project cost

-$109.90

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.39

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.34

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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