If everyone participates at the levels outlined below in our sliding scale band will continue to be fully funded, so that everyone in our community can participate. To make band possible we need everyone to donate what they can. Without your contributions the band cannot be funded.  

SEE WHICH INCOME BRACKET YOUR FAMILY FALLS INTO:  When selecting a level on our sliding scale, please contribute at the level that is right for you: a level that is meaningful, significant, and affordable. If you are able to donate an amount on the higher end of the sliding scale for your income bracket, please do. This allows us to provide fair pay for our staff and to provide all BNS children the opportunity to learn instrumental music.

WHY A SLIDING SCALE?  A sliding scale donation structure gives all families the opportunity to access our programs and to help sustain them. Everyone has the right to make music in community and to learn to play an instrument. The broad and diverse participation of all community members in BNS Band makes it a richer experience for everyone. 

Our sliding scale requires your active participation. Building economic justice takes time and effort. Please join us in practicing economic solidarity: this is a chance for us all to cooperate to create a more equitable, inclusive and just community. 

Recommended Instrumental Band Donation Ranges per child for the school year based on household income are listed below. All donations are Tax Deductible. 

When you check out you will be offered donation amounts to pick from.  If one of these amounts seems right for your family based on your household income ranges, please select it, and check out (and thank you).  If the amounts we offered below don’t make sense for your family, please do pick the “Speak with Sarah”  option so we can meet your needs.