ACCENT
PONTIAC
CHANGING LIVES THROUGH MUSIC
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CHANGING LIVES THROUGH MUSIC ♫
Social Change through Music in Pontiac, Michigan
Accent Pontiac is a youth development and music education nonprofit offering intensive, quality music programming that includes access to musical instruments & instruction as well as transportation and free meals through the school year. Students experience performances, field trips, guest artist events, and summer music programs.
Accent Pontiac youth build confidence while developing leadership, teamwork, and music skills. The community that Accent Pontiac builds helps kids discover not only the greatness within themselves, but also what is possible when people work together to achieve a common goal. Accent Pontiac activates future leaders who will continue to fight for a more equitable future for themselves and the next generation using the same patience, persistence, and practice that it takes to pick up an instrument and make music.
WHAT DO STUDENTS SAY?
“Accent Pontiac helps me to be prepared and brave, and I’ve learned to never give up on my dreams. By playing an instrument in Accent Pontiac, I am learning to be a better person."
WHAT DO PARENTS SAY?
“I’m Michael’s mother, AKA his Number 1 fan. I’m just happy he’s a part of something so wonderful. I’ve been trying to get him involved in sports and other after-school programs and he was never really into it. But now he has found something he enjoys and I never miss a performance.”
WHAT DO SCHOOL LEADERS SAY?
"Accent Pontiac sees the true potential of the elementary students in Pontiac. When the students leave the program they have gained friends, confidence, leadership, and musical education that they can take with them for the rest of their lives. Accent Pontiac staff know how to push students towards their best while still making them feel loved and cared for."
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
To demonstrate Accent Pontiac’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, we have made our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Philosophy publicly available.
