How to Use Crowdfunding to Support Your Music Classroom
Saturday, January 24, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Description
The presenter will share how she utilized the public school crowdfunding website Donors Choose to help her purchase over $16,000 worth of materials for her K-8 Title 1 music classrooms from 2018-2024. She will share tips and tricks to help public school teachers optimize the Donors Choose platform for their particular school situation.
Speakers
Rose Schmidt Riley
Learning Objective 1
Learners will become familiar with the idea of using crowdfunding websites to supplement school budgets.
Learning Objective 2
Learners will become specifically familiar with the Donors Choose crowdfunding platform to support their public school music programs.
Learning Objective 3
Learners will learn tips and tricks to maximize their use of the Donors Choose platform for their particular school situation.
Session Level
Elementary, Middle School/Junior High, High School