Kevin's Journey to Interlochen
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Update to comply with GoFundMe: My name is Tara Byrdsong and I reside in Jonesboro, GA. This campaign is for my former (forever) student, Kevin Belcher. I taught Kevin in band for three years at Price Middle School in Atlanta, GA. Every single dime raised will go towards Kevin's musical studies. We (his mother and I) intend on opening up a bank account/trust fund from which he can withdraw the campaign funds on an as need basis.
Kevin Belcher is a 16 year old rising junior and budding musician at Maynard Jackson High School in Atlanta, Georgia. Having overcome many obstacles in order to pursue his dream of becoming a prominent and successful musician, his aspirations were finally realized. On June 17th, 2020, Kevin was accepted into the world renowned Interlochen Arts Academy to study classical clarinet! (Learn more about Interlochen here. https://www.interlochen.org/)
Kevin has managed to navigate himself through personal adversity and persevere through many obstacles. He has managed to hold strong in his pursuit of his dreams, despite the lack of examples to visualize himself in the spaces he desires, and as a result, the temptation to give up. And although he is blessed to have family, friends, and teachers who uplift and push him; he still requires major financial support in order to fully realize his pursuits to attend Interlochen. His deposit of $1,700.00 is due on July 1st, 2020 with the remainder of his $66,000 tuition ($25,000 after his scholarship) to be paid in the fall of the 2020-2021 school year. All additional funds will go towards next (senior) year's tuition.
This is where you come in. Kevin needs to raise $25,000 in order to have the chance to experience, study, and be in the same spaces of talented and like minded student musicians such as himself. He understands that it is not going to be easy. However, he believes, with our support, he will be prepared for the inevitable challenges that lie ahead and will be reinvigorated to put in the work to pursue his dreams and aspirations. I believe I can speak for him and say unequivocally, that Kevin will be eternally grateful for every single contribution toward reaching his goal.
Kevin’s final performance is on July 19th, at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, 1328 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta 30309 during the 11 am service. If possible, please support him in his farewell performance to Interlochen by attending and donating to his tuition fund. Thank you in advance for any contribution you can make towards his goal. All of the proceeds raised will go towards his tuition, room, board, uniform, and supplies needed in order to attend this prestigious academy.
With sincere gratitude,
Tara Byrdong on Behalf of Kevin Belcher
Kevin Belcher is a 16 year old rising junior and budding musician at Maynard Jackson High School in Atlanta, Georgia. Having overcome many obstacles in order to pursue his dream of becoming a prominent and successful musician, his aspirations were finally realized. On June 17th, 2020, Kevin was accepted into the world renowned Interlochen Arts Academy to study classical clarinet! (Learn more about Interlochen here. https://www.interlochen.org/)
Kevin has managed to navigate himself through personal adversity and persevere through many obstacles. He has managed to hold strong in his pursuit of his dreams, despite the lack of examples to visualize himself in the spaces he desires, and as a result, the temptation to give up. And although he is blessed to have family, friends, and teachers who uplift and push him; he still requires major financial support in order to fully realize his pursuits to attend Interlochen. His deposit of $1,700.00 is due on July 1st, 2020 with the remainder of his $66,000 tuition ($25,000 after his scholarship) to be paid in the fall of the 2020-2021 school year. All additional funds will go towards next (senior) year's tuition.
This is where you come in. Kevin needs to raise $25,000 in order to have the chance to experience, study, and be in the same spaces of talented and like minded student musicians such as himself. He understands that it is not going to be easy. However, he believes, with our support, he will be prepared for the inevitable challenges that lie ahead and will be reinvigorated to put in the work to pursue his dreams and aspirations. I believe I can speak for him and say unequivocally, that Kevin will be eternally grateful for every single contribution toward reaching his goal.
Kevin’s final performance is on July 19th, at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, 1328 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta 30309 during the 11 am service. If possible, please support him in his farewell performance to Interlochen by attending and donating to his tuition fund. Thank you in advance for any contribution you can make towards his goal. All of the proceeds raised will go towards his tuition, room, board, uniform, and supplies needed in order to attend this prestigious academy.
With sincere gratitude,
Tara Byrdong on Behalf of Kevin Belcher
Fundraising team (2)
Tara Byrdsong
Organizer
Jonesboro, GA
Twala Clifton
Beneficiary
Kevin Belcher
Team member