What is RUMBA?

Rincon/University Marching Band Association is a volunteer organization that supports the artistic growth of band students personally and financially.

Who is on the RUMBA board?

When does RUMBA meet?

Meeting are held on the first Tuesday of each month. See the calendar section for the specific dates and time. All band parents are welcome to attend.

What does RUMBA do?

We provide support for the band students by helping meet their needs and supporting the program. This includes chaperoning bus trips, transporting and serving water for a thirsty marching band, helping to move equipment, maintaining and distributing uniforms, cheering on our Ranger Band at football games and competitions, providing refreshments during band camp, as well as helping to raise money.(more on that later)

How is the $30.00 TUSD fine arts fee used?

The TUSD fine arts fee is used for competition fees, bussing expenses, student awards.
TUSD also provides the band director, uniforms, custodial services, some instruments.

Why does RUMBA need money?

Many needs are not met by TUSD. To offer our kids a great experience and to make the band program run smoothly, RUMBA raises money to pay for things that are needed. For example, when the TUSD equipment truck breaks down, RUMBA steps in to rent one so our band can perform as scheduled. RUMBA helps defray the costs of music licensing, drum major training camp, instructional staff to assist with the marching band program. RUMBA has also helped raise funds to purchase equipment, such as lighting and microphone systems.

So how can I help?

1. Be involved.

   The band students enjoy having their parents in the audience cheering them on. Being involved in RUMBA is one way you can share a fun high school experience with your student while supporting the band program.

   Student Sponsorship Donation to RUMBA.

   $25.00 per student is needed to fund the long list of needs that RUMBA is attempting to provide. If you would like to have your student provided with refreshments at band camp, breakfasts before early morning trips, and lunches at out of town competitions, with your contributions, RUMBA will help make this happen. Donations from grandparents, neighbors and friends are also welcome.

   Tax Credit.

   Please consider the RHS/UHS Band Program for your Arizona State School Tax Credit. If you haven't made a school tax credit donation for 2008 yet, now is the time. Please check the Forms page for tax credit forms. RHS business office has forms available. Remember, any Arizona resident that pays state income tax can donate to our band program!

2. Tax Deductions.

   RUMBA is a 501(c)(3) organization and gifts to the organization are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. (Purchases of merchandise etc. may be partially deductible, but only for the amount over and above the cost to the organization.)

What are other financial responsibilities of band parents?

Marching shoes, band shirt, gloves, lyres, flip folders, (usually a one time investment) and dry cleaning the band uniform several times per season.

 

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