Why your support
matters
Music unites, inspires and opens doors to life-changing opportunities.
At Play for Music Education, we are passionate about ensuring that every child in the Washington, D.C. area—especially those lacking access to traditional music education—can experience the transformative power of music. We invite partners, sponsors, and community members to help us realize this vision.
Donor support is essential to increasing access to music education and expanding the number of children in the D.C. area, regardless of background, who can benefit from its transformative power.
By contributing to this initiative, donors and sponsors will join a community of committed young musicians in creating a powerful ecosystem of opportunities that drive children's success, amplify their potential, and empower parents to unlock new pathways for success.
Make an
impact today
Whether through financial contributions, in-kind donations, expertise, or volunteer efforts, every gift, whether large or small, helps us bridge the gap for parents and children who might otherwise miss out on the transformative power of music.
We appreciate your generosity and dedication to empowering the next generation through music!
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How to Support Our Work
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Financial Support
Submit a donation! Sponsors will receive logo placement and promotional mentions unless donors choose to remain anonymous. Your financial support will go 100% towards our initiative. Any remaining funds will be donated to the DC Youth Orchestra Program.
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In-Kind Donations
Contribute your expertise to guide our campaign, donate sheet music, printing services, instruments or event space. These resources directly reduce overhead and expand our reach.
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Partnerships
If you represent a local business, business district, non-profit or cultural organization, collaborate with us to co-host concerts, share educational content or sponsor a community event.
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Volunteer Support
We are looking for volunteer musicians. Your participation might earn you community hours for school, a gift and our gratitude.
We are also looking for volunteers to take photos, help promote our initiative or support our events.
Looking for Talented Artists!
What unites us and our talented volunteer artists is simple: Playing it Forward.
By sharing your time, talent, and passion for music, you're helping to create opportunities for children in the Washington, D.C. region to experience the transformative power of music education. Together, we’re making a lasting impact.
Your participation might earn you community hours for school, a gift and our gratitude. Contact us and message us to sign up or receive more information about our volunteer program.
Why Your Support Matters
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Web & Marketing Costs
We maintain a bilingual website, share monthly newsletters and create printed materials (flyers, posters) to inform and inspire families. Your contribution helps us keep these resources accessible, up-to-date and engaging.
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Youth-Led Concerts & Events
Hosting community performances often involves permit fees, venue costs and transportation for young musicians. Funding these expenses allows us to offer free events, reaching families in neighborhoods where formal music programs and performances are scarce.
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Educational Resources
Sheet music and basic supplies ensure talented young performers have the resources they need to rehearse and perform.
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Volunteer Appreciation & Training
Our volunteers—from stagehands to performers—are essential to the initiative’s success. To strengthen our collective impact, we aim to provide them with basic amenities such as refreshments or volunteer shirts.