Esperanza School

Funding for Music Therapy Impact

The 72 Fund support for the Esperanza Academy’s Music Therapy Program sustains 64 students and our alumni community to experience and grow through the program. Because of this partnership, Esperanza can fund a full-time music therapist, provide over 25 students with 1:1 support, and provide every student with a weekly class as part of their curriculum. Music therapy is a potent catalyst for holistic well-being. It engages brain areas involved in emotional regulation, motivation, cognition, and motor function. Interventions designed and implemented by our board-certified music therapist help our students process emotions, be fully present in the classroom, and develop healthy relationships in the school community. Music therapy is particularly effective for Esperanza girls and their families because it integrates cultural practices and aligns with community values.