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Brett Murray of Concerts For Causes talks about the importance of helping others throughout the year. He recommends that we donate to causes that we are passionate about. Concerts For Causes provides musical instruments to youth in under-served areas.
The holiday season is fast approaching and with that comes an increased focus on donating money to charitable organization, volunteering your time to feeding the homeless, buying toys for tots, and more. However, the holidays are not the only time of year when people need help. Brett Murray of Concerts For Causes talks about the importance of helping others throughout the year and what he does year-round to make a difference in the lives of those in need.
According to Brett, the dropout rate of high school students for certain demographics in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia is approaching 67%. Studies show that 95% of high school students who are involved in a music program will graduate and attend college. This is reason enough to support the music programs at all high schools and Brett accomplishes this through his Save The Music Program.
Brett also reminds us that people need help year round and there are many ways to help; such as buying someone food, purchasing a coat or a comforter during the winter months. Get creative and just do it.
Via Concerts For Causes, Brett is making a difference in the lives of others in a manner that will allow people to make a donation and have a great time giving back.