Mission:
To empower youth through music education, fostering personal growth, deepening community engagement, and driving social change.
Vision:
We envision a world in which every child has equitable access to a vibrant music education community where the passion for music unlocks children’s potential, transforms lives, and contributes to a thriving society.
Core Values:
Music is one way to counter some of the disadvantages that accrue due to a lack of economic advantage, helping develop a sense of community through orchestra. Kidznotes’ core values are:
– Collaboration
– Leadership
– Excellence
– Diversity
– Joy
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States:NCKidznotes is a Durham, North Carolina-based nonprofit that provides music education programs for students in grades 1–12. Inspired by the El Sistema model, the organization uses orchestral music training to develop musical skills, confidence, leadership, and community connections through accessible, high-quality instruction.
What They Do
Kidznotes Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives children and teens access to instrumental music education regardless of their financial circumstances. Operating under EIN 27-0446845, it provides full scholarships, instruments, and group instruction that help students develop musical and personal skills.
The Mozart Program introduces first- and second-grade students to music fundamentals and violin instruction through partnerships with Durham elementary schools. For older students, the Nucleo Program offers orchestra and band instruction, ensemble participation, leadership opportunities, community performances, and elective classes. Saturday Academy combines music instruction with social-emotional learning and executive function development for children ages 6–8.
Students receive instruction in strings, winds, percussion, keyboard, and ensemble performance while learning teamwork, discipline, and collaboration. According to its 2024–2026 Strategic Plan, Kidznotes aims to increase enrollment to 200 students while expanding its programs and community partnerships. Additional information is available on the Kidznotes website.
Your Donation
When you donate your vehicle, the proceeds go directly to Kidznotes’ music education programs for students in Durham. Your contribution funds instruments and instruction for programs such as the Nucleo Program, giving students in grades 3–12 access to orchestra and band training, ensemble performances, elective classes, and leadership opportunities they might not otherwise be able to afford. It also supports scholarships and other instructional resources that keep participation accessible.
Free vehicle pickup is included, and your donation is 100% tax deductible.
Thank You
Thank you for supporting Kidznotes through your vehicle donation. Your gift moves the organization closer to its goal of enrolling 200 students and welcoming more young musicians into its programs. If you have questions about pickup, vehicle eligibility, paperwork, or tax receipts, please visit our FAQ page.
