Sponsor a child and transform a life
$1200 fully funds one year of music lessons, instruments, and community events for a child in Hampshire County and adjacent counties in West Virginia.
38 scholarships have been awarded since 2023.
$1200 fully funds one year of music lessons, instruments, and community events for a child in Hampshire County and adjacent counties in West Virginia.
38 scholarships have been awarded since 2023.
Your support directly impacts children and families in our community who need access to music education and cultural experiences.
Children from low-income families who cannot afford music lessons or instruments receive scholarships and access to our programs.
Home-schooled children who lack access to group music education and ensemble opportunities find community and musical growth through our programs.
Cacapon Music and Dance Foundation (CMDF) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring all children in Hampshire County and adjacent communities can experience the benefits, joy, and confidence that music brings.
501(c)(3) Status:The Cacapon Music and Dance Foundation is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
EIN: 93-3118214
Every sponsorship directly supports a Hampshire County child.
Helps a child stay playing and feel supported.
Give a child meaningful access to music education.
Fully sponsor a child for the year, transform their life.
Creating a lasting ripple of opportunity.
We're happy to accept any amount you'd like to donate that supports other CMDF activities including square dances and workshops.
Donate any amountGently used instruments can find a second life in the hands of an aspiring musician. Because we're a small organization with limited storage space, we ask that you contact us before donating an instrument. A quick conversation lets us confirm there are students who need what you have to give—so your instrument can go quickly into a scholarship student's hands rather than sitting on a shelf.
Most of our students play traditional instruments such as fiddle, banjo, mandolin, dulcimer, guitar, or ukulele, and these are the instruments we can most often place right away. We also have a few students studying brass and wind instruments, and occasionally a student eager to explore something different. Reaching out first is the best way to find out whether your instrument matches a current need.
Have an instrument you'd love to share? Contact us and we'll let you know whether it's a good fit for one of our students. Thank you for helping keep music in our community.
Contact Us About an InstrumentWe'd love to hear from you! Whether you have a question, want to learn more about our programs, or simply discuss options. We're also thrilled to accept help at square dances and events!