Transform community life: Fund a Grand Piano!

Dear Supporters,

Thank you for your continued support and belief in our mission to bring a grand piano to the Vecumnieki Music and Art School. Your generosity continues to be the heart of this project, and we are grateful for every donation, kind word, and show of encouragement.

Since our last update, the journey has been slower than we hoped. Through this platform, our total has now reached €259, and overall we have gathered close to €5,000. While this is still far from the total needed to purchase the piano, every euro brings us one step closer.

We’ll be honest - raising funds has become more challenging, and at times it feels like the project has faded from the spotlight. And yet, we remain just as committed, because we believe in the transformative power of music and the importance of giving children access to quality instruments and education.

Meanwhile, the talented students of Vecumnieki Music and Art School are making us proud on a national stage. This very week, they are participating in the Latvian Nationwide Song and Dance Festival for School Students - an unforgettable and prestigious event. The school is impressively represented by both its orchestra and choir, a true reflection of the excellence, dedication, and potential of these young musicians. For a rural school, this is an outstanding achievement.

Even in quiet times, your support keeps the dream alive. We continue working behind the scenes and exploring new ways to build momentum. If you feel inspired, please consider sharing our project or reminding a friend about it - every voice matters.

Thank you for standing with us. The first notes of our future grand piano are waiting, and together, we’re getting closer.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Lumanu gimenes fonds

Links:

• Vecumnieku Music and art school FACEBOOK

Dear Supporters,

Thank you for being part of our journey to bring a grand piano to the Vecumnieki Music and Art School! Your generosity and belief in this project inspire us, and we are excited to share our progress with you.

As you know, this is an all-or-nothing effort—we must raise the full amount before we can purchase the piano. Unlike other projects where partial funding can still make a difference, here, every contribution is a step towards our ultimate goal: an instrument that will elevate the musical education and cultural life of our entire community.

So far, through GlobalGiving and other fundraising efforts, we have gathered close to €5,000 (including $232 from this platform). We are incredibly grateful for all contributions, big and small. A special thank you goes to Balcia Insurance, which has stepped in as a major donor, bringing us closer to making this dream a reality.

Beyond fundraising, we’ve been keeping the spirit of this project alive through four concerts held in Vecumnieki. These events have not only raised awareness but also brought our community together in a shared mission to enhance musical education and cultural opportunities for generations to come.

While we still have a long way to go, every donation, share, and word of encouragement helps us move forward. With continued support, we are confident that we will reach our goal and hear the first notes of a grand piano filling the halls of the Vecumnieki Music and Art School.

Thank you for believing in the power of music and for helping us take this journey together!

P.S. The photos included in this update are from the wonderful concerts held in Vecumnieki to support this project. Each event brought us closer to our goal, and we hope you enjoy these moments as much as we did!

With gratitude,
Lumanu gimenes fonds 

Links:

• Vecumnieku Music and art school FACEBOOK