The donation is in support of music teachers and students at Equity Focus Schools educating students of color in low-income communities across the U.S.
NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation (TCLFF) is directly supporting music education across U.S. public schools by donating $500,000 in resources for music teachers and students. TCLFF is partnering with the education nonprofit DonorsChoose to support projects submitted by teachers at Equity Focus Schools, which educate both a majority of students of color and a majority of students from low-income communities. This will set a record for the biggest day of giving exclusively to music projects on the DonorsChoose site.
Chuck Lorre's love for music has inspired the foundation's gift in support of music education. Prior to becoming an award-winning television writer and producer, Chuck Lorre was a musician. He co-wrote the theme song for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (with composer Dennis C. Brown), and Lorre wrote the song "French Kissin'," a global hit that Deborah Harry recorded for her 1986 album Rockbird, among others. Additionally, Lorre occasionally writes the theme songs for his acclaimed television series, including Two and a Half Men.
Over the past five years, The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation has donated over $5.7 million in partnership with DonorsChoose to empower public school teachers who go above and beyond for their students. The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation first partnered with DonorsChoose in 2019, when the organization matched donations to science projects submitted by teachers on DonorsChoose to celebrate season three of Young Sheldon on CBS. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the foundation participated in the DonorsChoose Keep Kids Learning campaign to support remote learning for students. In 2023, the foundation teamed up with General Motors to double $1 million in donations to STEM supplies on DonorsChoose in celebration of National STEM Day and Young Sheldon.
"At a time when so many K-12 music programs are facing budget cuts, we are grateful The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation is giving music educators the boost of support they deserve," said Alix Guerrier, CEO of DonorsChoose. "Research shows arts education has a meaningful impact on students' academic outcomes and social emotional growth and by setting a record for giving exclusively to music projects on DonorsChoose, the foundation is telling students that their music education matters, and that someone is cheering them on as they pursue a passion for the arts."
ABOUT THE CHUCK LORRE FAMILY FOUNDATION
The Chuck Lorre Family Foundation (TCLFF) is dedicated to funding innovative and compassionate organizations in the areas of education, health, and the arts. Reflecting the values and unique experiences of the Lorre family, the foundation supports programs, services, and opportunities for those struggling with less and striving for more. TCLFF supports philanthropic partnerships and programs with organizations and institutions that inspire hope, leadership, creativity, and productivity, focused in the Los Angeles area.
ABOUT DONORSCHOOSE
DonorsChoose is the leading way to give to public schools. Since 2000, 6 million people and partners have contributed $1.6 billion to support over nearly 3 million teacher requests for learning resources and experiences. As the most trusted crowdfunding platform for teachers, donors, and district administrators alike, DonorsChoose vets each request, ships the funded resources directly to the teacher, and provides thank yous and reporting to donors and school leaders. Charity Navigator and GuideStar have awarded DonorsChoose, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, their highest ratings for transparency and accountability. For more information, visit http://www.donorschoose.org.
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