John Marshall Band Boosters

The John Marshall Band Boosters is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the bands and color guard at John Marshall High School. Its primary purpose is to provide adult support and assistance to these programs, along with their directors and school authorities, in achieving their objectives[1][2][4].

Purpose

The organization aims to foster cooperation among the bands, school authorities, other school organizations, and the community. It also offers supplemental financial support to enrich the music education and color guard programs at the school[1].

Activities

The group encourages involvement from various members of the community, including parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, older siblings, friends of band members, alumni, business owners, and local residents[1]. Members can participate in a variety of activities, such as:

• Spirit Gear Promotion: Ordering and wearing spirit gear to show support.
• Chaperoning: Assisting at football games and competitions.
• Trailer Crew: Managing equipment during events.
• Concessions: Working at sports games to raise funds.
• Event Assistance: Helping at school events like Meet the Ram Band night and the band banquet.
• Documentation: Taking photos to capture the band's seasons.
• Donations: Contributing financially to support the cause[1].

Governance and Financials

The organization holds monthly meetings to discuss and organize its activities. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the John Marshall Band Boosters report financial activities, including revenues and expenses. They have reported revenues ranging from $17,700 to $20,000, with expenses similarly varying from $7,430 to $20,000[3][5].

Scholarships

The organization offers scholarships to support students in furthering their education. Notable scholarships include the Bob Lewis Scholarship for students pursuing music degrees and the Rey Meza Scholarship for seniors pursuing any major in college[1].

Status

The John Marshall Band Boosters operates as a registered nonprofit with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 473424108[4].