Phoenix, AZ —Rosie’s House is thrilled to announce it has been awarded a generous $10,000 grant from Thunderbirds Charities. This funding will support the Free Afterschool Music and Leadership Program, providing under-resourced youth in the Phoenix metro area with access to life-changing music education and leadership development opportunities.
With this grant, Rosie’s House will enroll more than 650 students during the 2024-2025 program year, a remarkable 50% increase from just five years ago. The funding from Thunderbirds Charities will help cover the costs of:
- Musical instruments for students.
- Instructional books and sheet music.
- Classroom instructional time and program planning.
- Cleaning and maintenance kits for instruments.
“We are deeply grateful to Thunderbirds Charities for their investment in our students and their futures. This funding will directly support the learning experiences of our young musicians and help us meet the growing demand for our program,” said Becky Bell Ballard, CEO of Rosie’s House. “Music education is a powerful tool for fostering creativity, discipline, and confidence, and thanks to this grant, we can continue to make a meaningful impact on the lives of under-served students.”
Rosie’s House is committed to providing tuition-free music education programs that break down financial barriers and empower students to achieve their full potential. The Free Afterschool Music and Leadership Program combines music instruction with leadership development, giving students the skills they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
The support from Thunderbirds Charities underscores their commitment to to assisting children and families, helping people in need, and improving the quality of life in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area.
For more information about Rosie’s House and how to get involved, please visit rosieshouse.org.
This grant is part of the Fall 2024 cycle. View a list of all Recent Grantees.