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Drumming.org supports projects and organizations
that focus on the betterment of mankind and the world in general.
We hope you'll get involved.
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Brian
"Cannonball" Maguire - 40 year old drummer,
Brian Maguire was in a severe motorcycle accident on December 10,
2008 and it landed him in a coma. He has since come out of the coma
and is improving but has a long way to go. Please consider helping
our drum brother by donating to the assistance
fund that has been set up for him.
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DrumSTRONG.org - Drummer Scott Swimmer's son was recently diagnosed with Cancer. Scott formed DrumSTRONG, a charity event that will raise money for cancer research, education, and awareness. This is a monumetal effort that will attempt to set the record for the planet's longest, continuous rhythm drum circle ever held. Please support Scott with this effort by clicking here. |
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The
Jia Kennie Blackwell Memorial Scholarship Fund -
John Blackwell is best known for his incredible drumming with mega
pop stars like Prince and Justin Timberlake, but he also experienced
a tradgedy recently with the passing of his daughter. Please support
the memorial scholarship fund set up by Berklee College of Music
in her name.
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| The Rhythmic Arts Project - Friend and fellow drummer Eddie Tuduri took a near death experience and turned it into a life-giving force. The Rhythm Arts project uses the power of drumming and goodwill to make a huge difference in the lives of needy children and adults. |
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The Raven Drum Foundation - Celebrity drummer Rick Allen of Def Leopard and Lauren Monroe organize drum circles and offer free educational programs that serve to empower those in crisis through the healing power of the drum. Please support this wonderful organization. |
| HandiDrummed.com - A special website created by Rob Richard, for drummers with disablilitys. Features include articles, interviews, drum lessons, drum links, a drum forum, and special drum products that help disabled drummers. |
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War Child - "Keep The Beat" is a program by War Child (Canada) in support of war-affected children around the globe. Avril Lavigne is one of many celebrities that are involved. Please support this much needed effort. |
| Planet Drum Foundation - Planet Drum is a "voice for bioregional sustainability, education, and culture." In other words, they're helping to save the earth and its people. Please visit them and support their efforts. |
| Drums Not Guns - Drums.org has a program "Support Drums, Not Guns" that is devoted to stopping violence and increasing peace through the power of percussion. Please give them a visit. |
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Disabled Drummers Association - Disabled Drummers is a non-profit organization formed by disabled drummers for the benefit of all drummers with disabilities. Please give them your support. |
Coalition
for Disabled Musians (CDM)
Paralinks -
Musicans who just happen to be disabled.
Bob
Chipak Cancer Benefit
Drumming.org
is a vehicle for altruism. It's main purpose is to highlight the many
needs
of the world and feature organizations that provide assistance. We hope
this will increase awareness
and promote involvement whether through physical or financial means. This
site is a work in progress.
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