There is nothing to fear but fear itself!
September 2025
Dear Friends and Supporters,
Normally during Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day, we are reminded that our roots give us strength. But today, our community is canceling celebrations because of the fear of raids and deportation.
At Sones de México Ensemble we won’t stand for hateful rhetoric, we believe the answer is not fear, but hope. We resist and assert our dignity peacefully, through art, culture, and community. Our music tells the story of resilience and the importance of diversity to the American way of life.
Now, more than ever, we need your support. Your gift ensures that children learn the songs of their heritage, families find pride in their roots, and audiences across the nation are reminded that diversity is not a threat, it is America’s strength!
There is nothing to fear but fear itself! Please stand with us today. Together we can keep hope alive.
Make your gift today and be part of a powerful act of peaceful resistance rooted in art and culture.
With gratitude,
Juan Díes
Co-founder, Executive Director
Sones de México Ensemble
P.S. Be sure to check out the Sponsor Page of our website to see the names of the many organizations and people just like you who have supported Sones de México Ensemble.
Here are some examples of how your donation can help with critical educational, operational and program expenses:
$10
covers the cost of the 30-page textbook we developed to give to our guitar students.
$20
covers one week of lessons for one student in our Music School.
$30
a nice choice for Sones’ 30th Anniversary!
$50
covers the cost of one hour of private music instruction for a student.
$88
covers the cost of a half-scholarship for a student in our Music School.
$100
covers the cost of a guitar for one of our students in our Music School.
$175
covers a full 12-week scholarship for a student in our Music School.
$225
covers the cost of a violin for one of our students.
$250
covers a month’s rent of storage for our traditional instrument collection and sound equipment.
$500
covers the cost of a full day of outreach workshops at a school serving over a hundred students.
If you prefer to donate by check, please mail it to:
Sones de México Ensemble
PO Box 13261
Chicago, IL 60613
Call (773) 728-1164 for other options.
Sones de México Ensemble is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization with a mission to promote a greater appreciation of Mexican traditional music through world-class performance and education programs. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Tax Receipts are Available. If you already made a donation and would like a tax receipt acknowledging your gift, let us know.
