1100 Industrial Road, Suite 10San Carlos, CA 94070

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PAIDSAN CARLOS, CAPERMIT NO. 56

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hat a year! I am delighted to share the exciting news and results of the fi rst year of our strategic four-

year plan focused on quality, access, and community toward serving more children with more music. In this Annual Report issue, you will see the real and deep impact we are able to have with your continued generous support. Together we are working to provide solutions to the music education needs of our communities. At the helm is our Music for Minors Board of Trustees, with their solid track record of 100 percent giving, who continues to open doors and offer inspirational leadership. We are united in our belief that a solid music background should be an integral part of every child’s well-rounded education, and we thank you all–our donors, volunteers, educators, and community partners–for joining with us to make this a reality for growing numbers of kids each year. What’s ahead? We are welcoming nine new schools, extending our program into more than 700 classrooms, and reaching over 20,000 children. Going forward we are also launching new technology, piloting programs, expanding educational

content, and nurturing the heart of the organization through strengthened volunteer opportunities. There is quite the creative buzz on site at our new offi ce, the hub of day-to-day operations, trainings, workshops, resource libraries, and future development…now at one central location. Just a few days ago, I was in my offi ce speaking with two CEOs of companies that we will be engaging in technology work. One of them remarked upon the big piece of white paper on my wall that maps out four years of growth saying, “It’s great to work with an organization that has a plan.” Well, the Music for Minors’ score will play on, celebrating more music for more children, movement by movement. Encore! Encore! There is defi nitely more to come…

First Movement–Applause!

Connect with us on Facebook!www.facebook.com/MusicforMinors

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ANNUAL REPORT

Summer 2014

Thanks to You! Your generosity allowed Music for Minors to transform over 18,000 children’s lives through music during the 2013-2014 school year.

At a Glance...2013–2014 A Lively Year of Music!

Impact

Quality…���98% of classroom teachers wish to continue with

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kindergarten���Increased academic integration���Enhanced multicultural elements�� Incorporated more visual aids for English-language

learners

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videotaped demonstrations of 427 distinct learning activities from our curriculum

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performance opportunities

Community…���Piloted Volunteer Enrichment Model to open a new

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Chris McKinney (Co-Chair)W. Earl Hall (Co-Chair)Gunilla Follett (Vice Chair)Stephen D’Andrea (Secretary)Michael Rissi (Treasurer)Sharon BarkoffDon BrayCathy Combs

William HockettGrace Johnston (Founder)Kari KirkDotian Levalier McReynoldsL. Howard RobertsLiz RomeJohn SylvesterJack TuttleJeanne von Gunten

Board of Trustees(As of June 30, 2014)

18,444 Transitional Kindergarten – 5th grade students

46 Schools/636 Classrooms

7,788 Instructional Hours

14,960 Lessons

Delivered

68 Music Educators

2 Counties: Santa Clara and

San Mateo

District-wide coverage: Redwood City, San Carlos, San Mateo/Foster City

Expenses$990,815

Income$1,012,879

Students Served

Financial Trends

“ It is essential that we join together to support Music for Minors to put music in our schools and promote life-long enjoyment of the arts.”

–Gunilla Follett, Trustee

“ Music is a necessary component of a well-rounded education, and it’s terribly important to give young people musical exposure and opportunity.”

–George Crow, Donor

Music for Minors’ goal is to double our impact over the next three years, with a focus on under-resourced schools and growth

in Santa Clara County. To make that happen, we need your support. Please make a gift today!

For more information or to donate, visit www.mfm.org or call (650) 237-9130

“ I see my students developing PRUH�VHOI�FRQÀ�GHQFH��6LQJLQJ�DQG�dancing with peers helps foster social skills and comfort in the group setting.”

–Anna Akimoto, K/1st grade teacher

“ I am very proud to say I play the recorder. When I get older I want to play in a marching band.”

–Arturo, 4th grade student

“ Music for Minors prepares students of all ages for a continued music experi-ence. Students at an early age are taught musical concepts such as beat, tempo, rhythm, and dynam-ics, along with engaging musical experiences such as singing, chants, and percussion instruments. This lays the foundation for musical exploration in years to come.”

–Lorin Wilson, Elementary School Principal

At a Glance...2013–2014 A Lively Year of Music!

Impact

Quality…���98% of classroom teachers wish to continue with

the Music for Minors program���2Q�DYHUDJH������RI�VWXGHQWV�GHPRQVWUDWH�SUR¿�FLHQF\�

in achieving grade level standards in music at the HQG�RI�WKH�VFKRRO�\HDU

��5DWHG�����RXW�RI����H[FHOOHQW��LQ�RYHUDOO�TXDOLW\����Expanded curriculum to include transitional

kindergarten���Increased academic integration���Enhanced multicultural elements�� Incorporated more visual aids for English-language

learners

Access…���Developed digital teaching resource including

videotaped demonstrations of 427 distinct learning activities from our curriculum

���/DXQFKHG�'\QDPLF�0XVLF�&XUULFXOXP�SURMHFW��DQ�initiative to create a comprehensive online solution for the Music for Minors education team to access multi-media resources, tailor lessons to individual classroom needs, and share teaching successes and strategies with one another.

���Added additional grade levels and teaching hours���Expanded children’s choral singing and

performance opportunities

Community…���Piloted Volunteer Enrichment Model to open a new

channel for engaging greater numbers of volunteers ��(GXFDWLRQ�3DUWQHU�ZLWK�&KDQWLFOHHU���,YHV�4XDUWHW�±�WRJHWKHU�UHDFKHG������\RXQJ�VWXGHQWV�

with live chamber music���3DUWQHU�LQ�5HGZRRG�&LW\�0XVLF�$GYLVRU\�&RDOLWLRQ���6LOLFRQ�9DOOH\�(QFRUH�)HOORZV�3URJUDP

Chris McKinney (Co-Chair)W. Earl Hall (Co-Chair)Gunilla Follett (Vice Chair)Stephen D’Andrea (Secretary)Michael Rissi (Treasurer)Sharon BarkoffDon BrayCathy Combs

William HockettGrace Johnston (Founder)Kari KirkDotian Levalier McReynoldsL. Howard RobertsLiz RomeJohn SylvesterJack TuttleJeanne von Gunten

Board of Trustees(As of June 30, 2014)

18,444 Transitional Kindergarten – 5th grade students

46 Schools/636 Classrooms

7,788 Instructional Hours

14,960 Lessons

Delivered

68 Music Educators

2 Counties: Santa Clara and

San Mateo

District-wide coverage: Redwood City, San Carlos, San Mateo/Foster City

Expenses$990,815

Income$1,012,879

Students Served

Financial Trends

“ It is essential that we join together to support Music for Minors to put music in our schools and promote life-long enjoyment of the arts.”

–Gunilla Follett, Trustee

“ Music is a necessary component of a well-rounded education, and it’s terribly important to give young people musical exposure and opportunity.”

–George Crow, Donor

Music for Minors’ goal is to double our impact over the next three years, with a focus on under-resourced schools and growth

in Santa Clara County. To make that happen, we need your support. Please make a gift today!

For more information or to donate, visit www.mfm.org or call (650) 237-9130

“ I see my students developing PRUH�VHOI�FRQÀ�GHQFH��6LQJLQJ�DQG�dancing with peers helps foster social skills and comfort in the group setting.”

–Anna Akimoto, K/1st grade teacher

“ I am very proud to say I play the recorder. When I get older I want to play in a marching band.”

–Arturo, 4th grade student

“ Music for Minors prepares students of all ages for a continued music experi-ence. Students at an early age are taught musical concepts such as beat, tempo, rhythm, and dynam-ics, along with engaging musical experiences such as singing, chants, and percussion instruments. This lays the foundation for musical exploration in years to come.”

–Lorin Wilson, Elementary School Principal

1100 Industrial Road, Suite 10San Carlos, CA 94070

NONPROFIT ORGUS POSTAGE

PAIDSAN CARLOS, CAPERMIT NO. 56

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

hat a year! I am delighted to share the exciting news and results of the fi rst year of our strategic four-

year plan focused on quality, access, and community toward serving more children with more music. In this Annual Report issue, you will see the real and deep impact we are able to have with your continued generous support. Together we are working to provide solutions to the music education needs of our communities. At the helm is our Music for Minors Board of Trustees, with their solid track record of 100 percent giving, who continues to open doors and offer inspirational leadership. We are united in our belief that a solid music background should be an integral part of every child’s well-rounded education, and we thank you all–our donors, volunteers, educators, and community partners–for joining with us to make this a reality for growing numbers of kids each year. What’s ahead? We are welcoming nine new schools, extending our program into more than 700 classrooms, and reaching over 20,000 children. Going forward we are also launching new technology, piloting programs, expanding educational

content, and nurturing the heart of the organization through strengthened volunteer opportunities. There is quite the creative buzz on site at our new offi ce, the hub of day-to-day operations, trainings, workshops, resource libraries, and future development…now at one central location. Just a few days ago, I was in my offi ce speaking with two CEOs of companies that we will be engaging in technology work. One of them remarked upon the big piece of white paper on my wall that maps out four years of growth saying, “It’s great to work with an organization that has a plan.” Well, the Music for Minors’ score will play on, celebrating more music for more children, movement by movement. Encore! Encore! There is defi nitely more to come…

First Movement–Applause!

Connect with us on Facebook!www.facebook.com/MusicforMinors

W

ANNUAL REPORT

Summer 2014

Thanks to You! Your generosity allowed Music for Minors to transform over 18,000 children’s lives through music during the 2013-2014 school year.

MAESTRO CIRCLE

Visionary – $10,000 and aboveEd & Sumaya MinerPamela & Edward Ta!

Leo M. Shortino Family FoundationSereno Group, Los Gatos

Investors – $5,000-$9,999Cathy & Steve CombsGunilla & Tom FollettKenneth GrantEmily Kao & William TerrellChris & Webb McKinney

Liz & Dave RomeDenise & Woody ShackletonLaura Strand

Los Altos Town Crier Holiday FundSilicon Valley Creates

Ambassadors – $2,500-$4,999AnonymousKathy BridgmanNan & Chuck GeschkeRobert Grimm

W. Earl HallChoongja Maria KahngBobbie & David PrattBob Smittcamp

Donor Circle for the ArtsHosei University Research InstituteOptimist Club of Redwood CityTarget Foundation

Sponsors – $500-$999Elizabeth Abel & Barton LaneMona & Bob ArmisteadOrlene ChartainJessie CoolMadelyn & Richard CostaKathy & Lee DanforthEileen & Chris DiGiorgioCindy & John FordCathy & Greg FulfordCarol & Flip GianosElaine & Scott GlissmeyerAndrew GotianseLiz & Dick HenryAnula Jayasuriya & David GilmourTerry & Bill Krivan

Vicki & Peter LaboskeySue & Bob LarsonSybil & Art LewisRita & Jim MartinDeborah & Hugh McDevittTrish & Stuart MitchellBetty MoormanTami & Tim MulcahyDiana & Martin NeimanLyn & Dale NesbittCandy Pelissero & Brian LarsenBiba Pertrovic & Ihab Abu-HakimaMargit & Fred RolandRoberta & Ric RudmanAllene & Bob Sieling

Pat & Dick SimkoJohn SylvesterJudi Bogard Tanigami & Hide TanigamiRob TownsendJan & Jack Tuttlec.b. & Dick WattsMariette & Scott WhartonFelicity WuAnna Zara & Robert English

Los Altos Rotary Endowment FundAmeriprise, Corporate Match

CHORAL CIRCLE

Entrepreneurs – $1,500-$2,499Anonymous Suzanne & Don BrayTerri BullockSusan & Tom HarringtonTom HartChuck HessCarole & Bill HockettSherron & Gary KalbachKari & Mike KirkLynette & Praveen MandalRebecca & Shawn MoussaviMike RissiElizabeth Ross

David & Sandra WilsonBill Graham Supporting FoundationBohdi Tree Concerts NorthFirst Republic Bank, Los Altos

Advocates – $1,000-$1,499Laura & Mark BaileyDawn & Russ ComerSusan & George CrowDotty & Terry HayesGosia & Daryl HootMady & Mel KahnDeborah Kane

Judy KochCathy & Dick LampmanJanet Littlefield & William CoggshallCarmen & Kirby MillerIris & Tom MoranDonna & Darwin PoulosLynn Wilson Roberts & Howard RobertsRuss SatakeSharon & Dennis SheehanJeanne von GuntenRachel & Dan Wagner

Google, Corporate Match

Music for Minors extends our deepest thanks to every individual, foundation, and business that made donations between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. Large or small, each gift you send directly benefits our work to transform the lives of children through music.

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Patrons – $250-$499Alan BatesAnonymous (2)Lynn & Rick BellMarilyn & Henry BrookBetty & David BurchChris & Mike Burke Erik & Carilee ChenStephanie & Ernie ChuClaudia & Bill Coleman

Vivien & Stephen D’AndreaAlice & John DavisStevie & John DayBarbara DuMondGreg FairKaren & Randy FowlerMegan GianniniJohn & Sarah HinkleGrace Johnston

Marilyn & Ron LabetichKathy & Lee LeraCarol Millie & Jay MarguilesBrenda & Bill MurphyKirstin NicholsLaurie Panfil & James BlackmanJill & Jan PrahmJulie RoseIrene & Dick Sasaki

Nancy Schlegel & Bob JacobsenSuzanne SpechtDiane & Bob TokheimIngrid & Ron VossKathy & Greg WaitNancy & Randy WildeRonda & David Wohlgemuth

Donations to the Grace Johnston Honorary Fund:Elizabeth Abel & Barton Lane, Ellie & Jerry Bernacchi, Annette & Charles Boyenga, Jan & Neal Coberly, Jo Darius, Stevie & John Day, Lyn & Steve Faust, Mimi & Jean Goity, Olivia & Daniel Hale, Judy Hannemann, Ann Hovey, Scott Hovey, Robin & Bill Johnston, Vicki & Dave Reeder, Elizabeth Ross, Patti & Ed White

Donations with Designation:

Sarah & John Hinkle in honor of Gunilla FollettLinda Hoff in memory of Deana StockRory & Dan Kaplan in memory of Lisabeth KaplanSybil & Art Lewis in honor of Kirby & Carmen MillerDeborah & Hugh McDevitt in honor of Greg & Kathy Wait

Kirstin Nichols in honor of Hugh & Debbie McDevittHilda & Morton Owens in honor of Sharon BarkoffDonna & Darwin Poulos in memory of Grace LongLiz & Dave Rome in memory of Mary Haskell Fowle

Michelle & Paul Speert in memory of Patty O’HaraMitch Stock in memory of Deana StockSusan & Robert Weisberg in honor of Dr. Mark LurieAlice Yip in memory of Yuk Han Lau Yip

Friends – $1-$99 Thomas AchatzLinda AndersonAnonymousEryl & John AynsleyEllie & Jerry BernacchiLinda BlandingAnnette & Charles BoyengaMargaret BrooksLouise & Robert BurtonMichael CondieAnn & Clyde CoombsSally CooperriderLee & Will CorkernJo DariusJill DodsworthBarbara Dutra

Lyn & Steve FaustSusan & Bill FosterBarbara & Andrew GlassanosGina & Brian GreenenOlivia & Daniel HaleyLinda & John HoffFreda HoflandJudith & Thomas HoganAnn HoveyAnna & Earl JohnsonRomain KangRory & Dan KaplanEllen & Keith KitchenLorrin & & Stephanie KoranCaroline & Peter LandsbergenCarol Langston

Virginia & Ron LauAndrea LlenosJo LoerSharon & William MoernerBeth NordLiz & Don OlsonHilda & Morton OwensMary & Matt PowellAnn PrescottTatiana PromessiJane & John ReedJean & Reg RicketSaundra & David RindeLaura Roberts & Robert JonesMatthew SakaguchiAndrea & James Sandstrom

Tracy Schwartz & Stephen MatthewsDean SholdCelia SkiptonKaren & Tom TobeyKathleen VirmaniStephanie von GuntenJoan & John WallerBonnie WhalenRachel WildeAlice YipBarbara Zimmer

Wells Fargo, Employee FundseScrip

Supporters – $100-$249 AnonymousKenneth AraiMarie & Dave BacksMark & Joanne BarnardSue Bartalo & Dave FischerCheryl & Mac BeanPrudence & David BrownDeborah & Ronald ChauvelBetsy ChildreyJan ClaytonJan & Neal CoberlyKate Comfort HarrVictoria Coniglio & Jason McKinneyBarbara & John DainesKaren & Lawrence DriesFrancesca EastmanSally & Craig Falkenhagen

Tera & Peter FordMimi & Jean GoityJulia & Martin GoldsteinConor GranahanJulie & Barry GrovesJudy HannemannLisa Henriksen & Michael DimartinoScott HoveyAnnette Howitt Karen IngramRobin & Bill JohnstonLynda KistlerRobert La BergeAnn & George LimbachKatie & Glen LipkaRoy LorenzJeannie & Duncan MacVicar

Marsha Maytum & Bill LeddyDee McCormacSheri & Jerry MorrisonSuzanne & Mike MoshierCeci Ogden & Andy GelmanNancy OzardSonja PalmerJane & Raymond ParksKathryn ParmentierPaul PastroneVicki & Dave ReederLoretta Guarino ReidLaura RhodesMindie & Jon RomanowskyLinda & Dennis RonbergKim & Tim SaxeLynette Skelton

Jo-Ann & Rod SockolovMichelle & Paul SpeertMitch StockGinny & Richard StrockSusan & Carl SullingerConnie & Ken SummersGeorgia SutherlandChristine Talbott & John GalliSusan & Robert WeisbergAnn WendinPatti & Ed WhiteKaren & Jim WolfeRich YamagumaDiane Yeramian & Russ SansomSam Yeramian

Microsoft, Corporate Match

Please note: Names and organizations listed reflect donations received between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. Great care has been taken to ensure the proper recognition of our donors. If you notice an error or omission, we apologize and hope you will bring it to our attention.

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