84 pagesThe mission of this lecture document is to present a string education nonprofit startup
model which addresses the need for equal access to string education. It includes original research
from interviews with four nonprofits currently serving low-income children and families in the
United States. Also included is a literature review of current scholarship regarding low-income
children and the numerous struggles they face in life. Benefits of music education are discussed in
relation to improving the lives of these children. Suzuki and El Sistema pedagogical philosophies
are discussed. Guiding steps for nonprofit formation are included, but are specific to the state of
Oregon
