The Spirit of '76 Boosters is a 501(c) 3 charitable organization dedicated to fostering a love of music in all students, and providing opportunities to develop and display their musical skills. Comprised of a volunteer Board of Directors, the Boosters offset essential program costs such as coaching, competition fees, equipment, transportation, staging, uniforms and instrument repair. TAX ID #33-0028745
Funds are raised voluntarily through special initiatives, restaurant dine-outs, product sales, online fundraisers, and events. No student will ever be denied participation in the PHHS Music Program for lack of resources or financial support. Those who can contribute are vital to providing music education and opportunity for all students, and your generosity is very much appreciated and vitally necessary.
Below are some of the easiest ways to get involved and support us. Thank you!
Dear PHHS Music Family,
The downbeat is here! We’re kicking off the 2025 Band Fall Fundraiser to keep PHHS music vibrant, inclusive, and accessible for every student—and we have just 4 weeks to raise $25,000 before our fall drive ends October 31.
The Spirit of ’76 Boosters (a 501(c)(3)) is all-in on student opportunity—no student is ever turned away for financial reasons. Your gift fuels the essentials that turn practice into performance:
Coaching & competition fees that elevate skills
Equipment & instrument repairs that keep us performance-ready
Transportation & staging so students can show what they’ve built
Uniforms that help them look as confident as they sound
Our annual operating costs are approaching $100,000. Every dollar you give keeps the music playing—and the growth, teamwork, and confidence that come with it.
Donate today (and share with one friend!):
https://givebutter.com/Spirit2025
Your donation is tax-deductible, and many employers match gifts—a quick HR check could double your impact.
TAX ID #33-0028745
Thank you for believing in our students and the power of music. With your support, the PHHS band will keep performing, learning, and inspiring—all year long.
With gratitude,
Ben Murray
Fundraising Chair
Spirit of ’76 Boosters | Patrick Henry High School
P.S. After donating, please forward this to one person who loves music and community.
Our home football game concessions stand is famous for its loaded baked potatoes! See our Volunteers page to learn how you can participate.
Your family's voluntary support puts us on the path for a memorable and successful year. We also welcome contributions in an amount that makes sense for your family.
In addition to our GiveButter campaigns, donations can be made year-round via PayPal. Whether donating money or providing uniform payments, be sure to enter your student's name and the purpose of payment in the notes section. Here are some examples:
"Taylor Swift, family contribution"
"Joe Jonas, uniform and spirit-wear payment"
Thank you!
Do you have ideas for a fundraiser? Or know a business that would like to sponsor our music programs? Or maybe you have a talent for grant-writing ...
Our fundraising chair would love to hear from you. Please send an email and let us know your thoughts.