Support Indian Valley Music This Giving Season 🎀
Your support of Indian Valley music programs through donations and participation in events is more than just a donation. It’s a gift that supports music education in our school district every day and for years to come.
Every dollar we raise supports the marching band, Test 31 and Cloud 9 choirs, K-5 music, 5th-12th grade concert band, and 6th-12th grade choirs.
We hear from our students every day and even after graduation how much music means to them and the difference it makes in their lives. We’re so thankful to afford these opportunities to our students, but we couldn’t do it without the continued support from our Braves community.
Below are just a couple ways you can give the gift of music this giving season. But don’t forget, our musicians don’t perform for empty seats. Check out our events calendar and come see the hard work these students have put in to creating beautiful music to share with all of us.
Make a One-Time Gift
Your donations help us provide music education to over 950 K-12 students. By contributing, you give students a lifelong gift and empower the next generation of musicians and leaders in our community.
Your support makes it possible to:
- Buy new instruments and music for our students.
- Cover travel costs for performances, giving our students a variety of performance opportunities.
- Fund awards that recognize student excellence and celebrate their hard work.
- Award a $500 scholarship for a graduating senior.
- Provide meals for the Marching Braves, keeping our students energized during the season.
- Purchase and repair uniforms, instruments, and equipment.
- Organize events to support students and music in our community.
Make a difference today and help our music programs flourish!
Participate in the Marching Madness 5K
This 3rd annual event, held on March 15, 2025, is a fantastic way to support Indian Valley music programs! Whether you participate by walking or running, or want to promote your business while sponsoring the race, your support makes a difference. Here’s the icing on the cake:
- Get a race t-shirt when you register to walk or run the race by 2/28/25.
- Receive a chip-timed result and be eligible for finishing awards in each age group.
- Get advertising on our website, social media, and on race t-shirts when you sponsor the race.
Your participation allows us to continue supporting the hard work of our music students at Indian Valley.
Your Donations Make a Difference
Here are some of the things our past and present students and their families have said about the impact that being in music programs has made in their lives:
“Music is my out. I can be in the worst mood, but when I step on the field and put my mouthpiece to my face, I know it’s go time. I drop everything going on to perform and bring joy to the audience watching.” —Matthew Debolt, senior
“Band has given me a family of my own and so many friends that I’m forever grateful for. They’ve changed my life.” —Olivia Bamfield, junior
“Band has greatly improved my confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills. I’ve met so many people I would’ve never talked to otherwise and I’m so glad I have them all in my life.” —Haylie Menefee, junior
“Music has allowed me to settle my mind. While the world is chaotic, it gives me an escape from the world and it resonates in the soul.” —Evan Davis, sophomore
“Marching band has brought me brought me many of my best friends and introduced me to an activity that I’m passionate about. It has helped me find myself as a person and really thrive.” —Adri Neininger, sophomore
“Band has made a huge impact on my life by providing a safe space for me to express myself freely and helping me meet a ton of new people.” —Bella Cunningham, freshman
“I never imagined myself as a band kid before I joined, but I am so grateful that I gave it a chance. Band showed me a different side of musicianship, competitive and fun, and helped me to meet the people that I now consider family. Joining band fostered my love for music and helped me realize that I could never give it up, which is why I am majoring in music in college now! ” —Grace Pauley, class of ’24
“Concert band was an important part of my children’s lives. They learned cooperation, collaboration, teamwork, creativity, and perseverance. In band, they learned to listen to the rest of the band and recognizing the dynamics of each section. These lessons carried over to their years in marching band, too. Now adults, my kids are better musicians today because of what they learned in concert band.” —Chris Lewis, parent
“Our oldest daughter, Chloe, currently attends WVU as a Music Industry major. She also manages the student-led label on campus, Go 1st Records. The music education and support from her teachers at IV gave her the foundation to become a singer/songwriter. It’s also helped our youngest, Paige, with her academics. Being part of the band makes her so happy and she enjoys every minute of it. We have seen her grow and mature because of it.” —Missy Martin, parent
“Band has helped my daughter feel like part of a team and find a sense of belonging. She has been in concert band since 5th grade and joined marching band this year, as a 7th grader. It has helped keep her active and given her social time she doesn’t get at home, being an only child. She has found her niche and love of music. As a parent, I love seeing my daughter smiling, happy, and thriving in band. I couldn’t be more thrilled to support her and her band-mates. It’s been an amazing group of people to join and be a part of their team. Go Braves! ” —Amanda Lynn Murphy, parent
🌟 Thank you for your donations and support. Go Braves! ❤️💙🤍
