Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Supporters,I am reaching out to you today with a hopeful heart to ask for your support for my wonderful daughter, Angelina.Angelina is a sophomore and an incredibly dedicated musician with the Sound of Jags. She pours her heart into playing bass brass instruments—mastering the tuba, trombone, sousaphone, and euphonium. Recently, her hard work truly paid off: the Sound of Jags has been invited to travel to New York City to perform at the world-famous Carnegie Hall on June 5, 2027. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for her talent to shine on a legendary global stage.As thrilled as we are, this opportunity comes during a time of immense heartbreak for our family. This past April, we suddenly and tragically lost Angelina’s father to a heart attack.Adjusting to life without him has been devastating. Beyond the emotional toll, navigating life on a single income means that funding a major trip to New York City is an expense I simply cannot manage alone right now. More than anything, I want Angelina to experience this profound joy and unforgettable milestone after experiencing such deep grief. She deserves to carry her heavy brass instruments onto that stage and feel the triumph of her hard work.How You Can Help:The total cost of the trip covers her travel, lodging, instrument transport, performance fees, and museum and broadway show group tickets. We need to raise $2800 to guarantee her spot.

• A gift of $25 helps cover daily meals in the city.
• A gift of $50 or $100 goes directly toward her transportation and lodging.
• Sharing this link with your own network helps us reach our goal faster.

Every single dollar brings Angelina one step closer to New York City and helps restore a piece of light and joy into her life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness, your prayers, and your support during this difficult chapter of our lives.With gratitude,Andrea Back