Several people have contacted me about wanting to donate to the Hope Is A Thing project to help me continue to promote the music. A million thanks! So here is a new and simple donation area for those of you that would like to give. And please spread the word about the photo project and send in one yourself....we need lots and lots of hope!!!!! All donations over $50 will receive two free tickets to a future performance and an autographed CD! Click the "Donate" button below to securely send in your donation via PayPal.
A portion of proceeds from the album and concerts will go directly to the non-profit organization “Education Through Music Los Angeles”.
Education Through Music–Los Angeles, a 501(c)3 organization, began in the Fall of 2006 to promote the integration of music into the curricula of disadvantaged schools in order to enhance students' academic performance and general development. Our program is based on the Education Through Music (ETM) model with over 19 years of success in New York City.
ETM-LA believes that every child deserves a well-rounded education: one that includes music. Unfortunately, many schools, especially those serving children in low-income communities, provide no music instruction or rely solely on short-term programs that do not serve every student. ETM-LA utilizes a comprehensive program that incorporates music into the education of every child, including those with special needs.
ETM-LA uses music to improve education by supporting student learning in music and thus strengthens their learning ability in all areas. We ensure high-quality instruction by hiring qualified teaching artists, providing ongoing training, and performing regular program assessments. We encourage academic teachers and teaching artists to collaborate so that music can reinforce learning and development in all areas. And we help schools embrace music as a core subject by involving all members of the school community.
You can also make an added donation to “Education Thru Music Los Angeles”.