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Help support traditional music education for kids in East Kentucky!
Learning from folk music experts offers children a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of Appalachia's culture, where every melody and lyric tells a story of our rich history.
This musical education not only nurtures their artistic talents but also strengthens the bonds within our community, connecting them to a legacy of storytelling that has been passed down through generations. By engaging with these musicians, kids gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for our cultural heritage, ensuring that the beautiful tradition of Appalachian storytelling continues to thrive.
The Cowan Community Center gratefully accepts donations that support the work we do.
Your tax-deductible donation to the Cowan Community Center helps make these programs and more possible.
Cowan Community Action Group, Inc.
81 Sturgill Branch/PO Box 268
Whitesburg, KY 41858
Telephone: 606-633-3187
The Cowan Creek Mountain Music School Scholarship Fund
The fund provides full scholarships for all youth up to age 22 and adults with need, and memorial scholarships which recognize outstanding student achievement. Through scholarships, we seek to assure that any Kentucky child who wants to learn mountain music will get that opportunity, regardless of family income. To date, the school has provided over 750 scholarships.
Mountain Music & More afterschool program
During the school year, the Cowan Community Center also offers the Mountain Music & More afterschool program with instruction in mountain dulcimer, guitar, banjo and singing free to students from 1st grade through teens.
The Teaching Assistant Program
The Teaching Assistant Program provides the opportunity for young people to begin learning to teach old time music by assisting an experienced faculty member during the week of the music school. It is our hope that this will expand the availability of confident and skilled old time music teachers across the state.
Kids on the Creek Day Camps in 2024
In addition to the Cowan Creek Mountain Music School, the Cowan Community Center will offer several more Kids on the Creek Day Camps in 2024. The day camps feature music, art, science and field trips for mountain kids and are free for all children. They provide hands-on educational enrichment as well as summer fun. Your donation can help to provide more kids this opportunity.
yes, donations are tax deductible
Cowan Community Action Group, Inc., the governing body for the Cowan Community Center and all of its activities, is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization and your gifts are tax deductible. You will receive an acknowledgement of your gift. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at the center.