SMARTS Initiative
SMARTS (Sharing Music, Accessing Resources, Transforming Students) is a program dedicated to providing instruments to kids from families with limited resources in the Coachella Valley who are enrolled in a music program.
Our Mission: The Sunset Music and Education Foundation's SMARTS Initiative is to enrich young lives and build community through music by providing instruments for children to own and practice at home. We are dedicated to empowering underserved youth in the Coachella Valley, using music as a pathway for personal growth, creativity, and college opportunities. By fostering inclusivity and inspiring a lifelong love for music, the foundation aims to ensure that every child, regardless of background, can experience the transformative power of music.
Our Vision: Imagine a world where young Maya, who once couldn’t afford a violin, now fills concert halls with her soul-stirring melodies. Through our SMARTS Initiative, we provide musical instruments to kids from underserved communities, ensuring they have the tools they need to pursue their dreams.
In many of our school district’s music programs, kids are required to turn in their instruments after class. We’re determined to change that. Owning an instrument gives them the chance to practice freely at home, keeping their passion for music alive. Music is more than just fun—it sparks creativity, boosts brainpower, and helps kids express themselves. It also builds critical social and teamwork skills, which translate into better grades, stronger confidence, and a “yes, I can!” attitude.
But the impact of music goes even further. It can open doors to better educational opportunities, teaching the discipline and focus needed to break cycles of poverty and achieve lifelong success. Your support helps us make this transformative journey possible.
When you join our mission, you’re not just donating—you’re investing in a child’s future. Together, we can unlock the hidden potential of every child and write a symphony of hope and opportunity. Let’s build a brighter future through the power of music.
Pictured right, our Rising Star Awardees, Zion and DiMaya!
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Fiscal Sponsor Non-Profit 501c3 Tax Information
Strait Knot Productions
1271 Solana Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Federal Tax ID: #92-2510473
Please make checks payable to Strait Knot Productions
Memo line: For Sunset Music
