We rely on individual donors and small grant-providers to support the work of our organization. DYV provides the same high-quality arts education to all of our students - whether they pay tuition or depend on a full scholarship (half of our student body). 

One year of DYV music education includes:

  • ​30 private lessons & a monthly group lessons in the classical Suzuki method 
  • special workshops with Detroit musicians
  • quality instruments, music & materials
  • transportation support for parents
  • tickets to local classical performances
  • annual Spring solo recital & community performances 

All donations are tax deductible​ and should be addressed to our fiscal sponsor Allied Media Projects. 

How much & how often should I give? 

 $1,400 covers a year of 30-minute lessons for a beginner plus all of the above. $1,850 covers a year of 45-minute lessons for an intermediate or advanced student plus all of the above.
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  1. Any amount, big or small, helps us continue accomplishing our dreams. 
  2. Our DYV Sustainers commit to making a recurring contribution between $5 and $50 per month. 
  3. Some donors prefer to give a certain amount annually at the end of the calendar year. You can give now and sign up for our email list to receive a reminder each November/December. 

Sponsor Teaching Training!

​Participate in giving brilliant teachers the tools they need to change the world! Detroit Youth Volume's co-founder & Director, Clara Hardie, has created framework of social justice teaching & studio practices. She's shares them three times a year during a 6-week virtual "Course of Action" called "Growing Equitable Music Studios. 

Similar to the DYV studio, close to half of each GEMS teachers' cohort receives financial aid.

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Mailing a check

PLEASE NOTE: Checks must be written to our fiscal sponsor, Allied Media Projects, with "DYV" in the memo. Thank you!

​Detroit Youth Volume
c/o Allied Media Projects
4126 Third St.
Detroit, MI 48201

Donate Stuff

In-kind donations can be mailed or dropped off by appointment at Cathedral Church of St Paul. You may schedule a visit to a group lesson if you'd like to see the program in action!
  • non-folding, heavy-duty metal music stands
  • shoulder rests, rosin, new strings
  • pre-paid gas gift cards for parents transporting artists to lessons
  • Solo recital dressy performance outfits for girls & boys ages 5-18, please email for exact sizes and needs
  • newer tablets and laptop computers 

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