Gift a ukulele to a sick child this holiday season
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Will you join us in making a difference? We are raising money to help Ukulele Kids Club Japan.
UKC Japan was launched in the spring of 2019 in partnership with the Florida based parent organization Ukulele Kids Club, Inc. UKC Japan’s mission is to provide ukuleles to hospitalized children so they can experience the joy and healing power of music. 40 ukuleles have been distributed so far since the launch.
Jenny loved music and showed compassion for others as many of you remember. We wish to honor her memory in this way. You can read more about her story here: Jenny's Dream
Photo: Jenny
Through the generosity of so many for the Keep Jenny’s Dream Alive GoFundMe initiative in 2016, 200 ukuleles were delivered to children in hospitals across US in 2017 - 2018.
To find out more, this Ted talk about the UKC organization
UKC founder Corey Bergman on TED Talk
One custom designed UKC ukulele costs approximately $45 and 100% of the funds received from this campaign will be directed towards the purchase and shipping of the instruments to Japan in care of Hospitals, NGO and other professionals for direct distribution to children.
The financial goal for this campaign is $5000 or 110 ukuleles and this campaign will run until January 15, 2020.
Photo: Arina
Letter from Akiko (Arina’s Mother):
'Hello, my name is Akiko and I am Arina’s mother. A ukulele was delivered to my daughter Arina’s bedside this afternoon while I was out. I asked my six years old daughter what happened, she informed me that the ukulele was a present given to her. I was so moved by this unexpected gift and wanted to contact you to convey my heartfelt gratitude to your organization.
Currently, Arina is enrolled in a in-house class for hospitalized children. A few days ago, a special class was held where a ukulele concert was performed by Waseda University Ukulele Circle and they also gave the children introductory lessons so that they can try the ukuleles themselves.
Arina must have been so happy about mastering one song within thirty minutes of leaning, she fell in love with ukulele and she told me “I want a ukulele! I want to play more!” Arina is very fond of the ukulele because its size and the weight is just right for her who is six years old and is easily carried anywhere as well as can be played anywhere because of its soft sound.
Her condition varies day to day as her treatment continues, but its sound soothes her when she is not feeling well and she practices when she has more strength. We will make certain to use this gifted ukulele with care for long time.
Since I was introduced to this wonderful organization, I would be grateful if I can be of any kind of help. My words cannot express my gratitude properly. Thank you so much for this surprise gift.'
Akiko (Arina’s Mother)
UKC Japan was launched in the spring of 2019 in partnership with the Florida based parent organization Ukulele Kids Club, Inc. UKC Japan’s mission is to provide ukuleles to hospitalized children so they can experience the joy and healing power of music. 40 ukuleles have been distributed so far since the launch.
Jenny loved music and showed compassion for others as many of you remember. We wish to honor her memory in this way. You can read more about her story here: Jenny's Dream
Photo: JennyThrough the generosity of so many for the Keep Jenny’s Dream Alive GoFundMe initiative in 2016, 200 ukuleles were delivered to children in hospitals across US in 2017 - 2018.
To find out more, this Ted talk about the UKC organization
UKC founder Corey Bergman on TED Talk
One custom designed UKC ukulele costs approximately $45 and 100% of the funds received from this campaign will be directed towards the purchase and shipping of the instruments to Japan in care of Hospitals, NGO and other professionals for direct distribution to children.
The financial goal for this campaign is $5000 or 110 ukuleles and this campaign will run until January 15, 2020.
Photo: ArinaLetter from Akiko (Arina’s Mother):
'Hello, my name is Akiko and I am Arina’s mother. A ukulele was delivered to my daughter Arina’s bedside this afternoon while I was out. I asked my six years old daughter what happened, she informed me that the ukulele was a present given to her. I was so moved by this unexpected gift and wanted to contact you to convey my heartfelt gratitude to your organization.
Currently, Arina is enrolled in a in-house class for hospitalized children. A few days ago, a special class was held where a ukulele concert was performed by Waseda University Ukulele Circle and they also gave the children introductory lessons so that they can try the ukuleles themselves.
Arina must have been so happy about mastering one song within thirty minutes of leaning, she fell in love with ukulele and she told me “I want a ukulele! I want to play more!” Arina is very fond of the ukulele because its size and the weight is just right for her who is six years old and is easily carried anywhere as well as can be played anywhere because of its soft sound.
Her condition varies day to day as her treatment continues, but its sound soothes her when she is not feeling well and she practices when she has more strength. We will make certain to use this gifted ukulele with care for long time.
Since I was introduced to this wonderful organization, I would be grateful if I can be of any kind of help. My words cannot express my gratitude properly. Thank you so much for this surprise gift.'
Akiko (Arina’s Mother)
Organizer
Michael Morris
Organizer
San Mateo, CA
Ukulele Kids Club Inc.
Beneficiary