Ubuntu Kids

Ubuntu Kids is an afterschool violin program promoting empowerment through music. We serve students at Ignacio Zaragoza Elementary, an urban school in East Dallas which is 97 percent economically disadvantaged with 80 percent of students identified as at-risk. Our vision is to empower young leaders through music with a sense of belonging, self-confidence, and achievement to transform their communities and the world.

"Ubuntu" is the African principle of interconnectedness and belief that we are all inextricably linked and are impacted by the successes and struggles of others (i.e. “I am because we are”). Founded with this principle in mind, the Ubuntu Kids afterschool program provides music education and academic tutoring that empowers students to explore their gifts and talents, paving a way for strength through knowledge. Afterschool programs with an emphasis in music education have been proven to not only improve children’s academic achievements, but have been shown to improve students’ health, safety, social and emotional well-being, and develop students' creative capacities for lifelong success.

Donations to Ubuntu Kids help fund violins and bows, classroom supplies, snacks, field trips, and other program costs.  A gift of any size is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your support!

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