Donate - Friends of Music of Smithtown | Keep Music Alive in Smithtown Schools
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Make a Difference Today

Every Dollar You Give
Stays Right Here in Smithtown

You don't have to be a musician to change a child's life through music. You just have to care - and you clearly do, because you're here.

100% to students
Volunteer-run organization
Zero administrative overhead
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"Without this community behind them, some of these kids would never
pick up an instrument at all."

Music isn't a luxury in our schools - it's how students learn discipline, creativity, and confidence. But programs don't run on passion alone. They run on funding. And in Smithtown, that funding comes from people exactly like you - neighbors, parents, and community members who believe music belongs in every school, every year.

What Does Your Gift Actually Do?

These aren't just numbers. Each one represents something real - a student who gets to learn, perform, and grow because you decided to give.

Good Start
$10
Puts sheet music on a student's stand
Most Popular
$25
Puts a recorder in a 3rd grader's hands
Big Impact
$50
Helps cover a student's summer program costs
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$100
Contributes toward a senior scholarship
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$250
Funds instruments for students who can't afford them
My Own Amount

Every dollar makes a difference.

Your Donation
Puts a recorder in a 3rd grader's hands
$25
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Where Does Every Dollar Go?

Friends of Music of Smithtown is run entirely by volunteers. That means when you donate, your money doesn't go to overhead - it goes to students.

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Summer Music Program

Grades 4-8 keep their skills sharp all summer. Your donation helps keep tuition accessible for every family that wants to participate.

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3rd Grade Recorder Program

Every 3rd grader in Smithtown gets their first taste of playing an instrument. Your gift helps make sure no child is left out.

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Senior Scholarships

We award scholarships to graduating seniors who have been active members. A gift today could open a college door tomorrow.

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Teacher Mini-Grants

Music educators apply for grants to fund classroom projects that go beyond what school budgets cover. Your donation fuels their creativity.

Music Programs Don't Run on Good Intentions Alone

The school year doesn't pause. Instruments need maintenance. Scholarships need funding. Summer programs need to open their doors. The students who benefit from these programs are counting on people in this community - people like you - to step up right now.

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Common Questions

Is my donation tax-deductible?
Friends of Music of Smithtown is an independent booster organization. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility for your specific situation.
How is my donation used?
100% goes directly to student programs - summer music, scholarships, teacher grants, and instruments. We are entirely volunteer-run with zero administrative overhead.
Do I need a PayPal account to donate?
No. PayPal accepts all major credit and debit cards. Simply choose "Pay with Debit or Credit Card" on the PayPal checkout page.
Can I donate by check instead?
Yes. Make checks payable to Friends of Music of Smithtown and mail to: PO Box 68, Smithtown NY 11787.
Can my company make a donation?
Absolutely - and we'd love to recognize your business. Consider our Community Partner level for logo placement, social media recognition, and more. See Community Partner benefits.
Who do I contact with questions?
Email us anytime at [email protected]. We're all volunteers and we love hearing from the community.