Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters

What Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters does

Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters (THSIMB) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit booster organization founded in spring 2013 to provide logistical and financial support for the instrumental music programs at Tuscarora High School in Frederick, Maryland (5312 Ballenger Creek Pike). The organization serves approximately 150 student participants annually across seven ensembles: Marching Band (Marching Titans), Concert Band, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Color Guard, Indoor Percussion, and Indoor Color Guard, directed by Amanda Eddleman (Bands & Color Guard) and Lucas Hogan (Orchestra).

THSIMB operates entirely on third-party infrastructure — Square for payment processing, RaiseRight for gift card fundraising, Google Forms for registration, Squarespace for the website, and FCPS volunteer registration for chaperones. Its functional scope covers organizing fundraisers, providing chaperones, purchasing instruments and uniforms, funding competition registration/travel, and providing supplemental instruction beyond what FCPS funding covers. The "Western Frederick Indoor Guard and Percussion" name indicates multi-school collaboration on indoor ensembles within the KIDA circuit.

Revenue is generated through seven streams: a four-tier 2026-2027 corporate sponsorship program ($250-$1,000 annually), per-student program fees, RaiseRight rebates (up to 20% from brands, 50% retained by the org), direct donations, event fundraisers (car washes at Advanced Auto Parts, poinsettia sales through Catoctin Mountain Growers, pancake breakfasts), restaurant nights with national chains (Roy Rogers, Chick-fil-A, Texas Roadhouse, Chipotle, MOD Pizza, Red Robin, Silver Diner), and hosting the annual KIDA Indoor Invitational competition (since 2014). Since 2014 the organization has hosted the KIDA Indoor Invitational drawing units from Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and Washington DC, with MSAC as a 2026 co-sponsor.

Name

Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters

Legal name

Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters

Website

https://thsimb.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, founded in 2013, that provides logistical and financial support — including fundraising, chaperones, instruments, and uniforms — for roughly 150 student participants in seven instrumental music ensembles at Tuscarora High School in Frederick, Maryland, and annually hosts the KIDA Indoor Invitational competition.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Frederick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Sponsorships: Tiered corporate sponsorship program with four levels ranging from $250 to $1,000 annually, offering logo placement, social media recognition, and event sponsor benefits. Targets local Frederick, MD area businesses to support band and orchestra programs.
2. Program Fees: Fees collected from participating students and families to cover instrumental music program costs. Collected through an online Square payment site. The program supports over 150 participants annually.
3. Gift Card Fundraising (RaiseRight/Scrip): Families purchase gift cards through RaiseRight program; brands contribute up to 20% back, with 50% going to the organization and 50% to student band fees. No minimum orders or enrollment costs. Runs continuously throughout the year.
4. Donations: Direct monetary contributions from families, alumni, and community members. Donations support uniforms, music, instruction, and instruments. Tax-deductible as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
5. Event Fundraisers: Seasonal fundraising events including car washes at Advanced Auto Parts (6602 Crestwood Boulevard, Frederick), poinsettia sales through Catoctin Mountain Growers, and pancake breakfasts featuring orchestra, concert band, and jazz band performances.
6. Restaurant Nights: Partnership with local restaurants where a portion of sales on designated nights goes to support the program. Partner restaurants include Roy Rogers, Chick-fil-a, Texas Roadhouse, Silver Diner, MOD Pizza, Red Robin, and Chipotle in the Frederick, MD area.
7. KIDA Indoor Invitational Competition Hosting: Hosts annual indoor percussion and color guard competition in conjunction with KIDA since 2014. Revenue generated through ticket sales, vendor fees, and sponsorship of the event. Supported by MSAC and local business trophy sponsors.

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Core offering

Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters (THSIMB) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit booster organization that provides logistical and financial support for the instrumental music programs at Tuscarora High School in Frederick, MD. Its core offerings include supporting seven student programs (Marching Band, Concert Band, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Color Guard, Indoor Percussion, Indoor Color Guard) and hosting the annual KIDA Indoor Invitational competition, funded through sponsorships, donations, program fees, gift card fundraising, restaurant nights, car washes, and seasonal events.

Product overview

Tuscarora High School Instrumental Music Boosters (THSIMB) supports a suite of instrumental music programs at Tuscarora High School in Frederick, MD, including Marching Band (Marching Titans), Concert Band, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Color Guard, Indoor Percussion, and Indoor Color Guard. These programs operate under the direction of Mrs. Amanda Eddleman (Director of Bands & Color Guard) and Mr. Lucas Hogan (Director of Orchestra), and are supported by the THSIMB booster organization founded in 2013. The program hosts the annual KIDA Indoor Invitational competition and participates in regional circuits including MMBA, KIDA, Marine Corp Invitational, and Bands of America. The boosters organization operates fundraisers including RaiseRight gift card sales, restaurant nights, car washes, poinsettia sales, and pancake breakfasts, with sponsorship tiers ranging from $250 to $1,000 for the 2026-2027 season.

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Products and services

• Marching Band (Marching Titans) Performance ensemble for THS students performing at football games, parades, and competitions including MMBA circuit, Marine Corp Invitational, and Bands of America Mid-Atlantic Regionals. Open to enrolled Tuscarora High School students.
• Concert Band Concert ensemble performing at festivals and evaluations with regular rehearsal and concert schedules. Led by Director Amanda Eddleman for Tuscarora High School students.
• Orchestra Full orchestra program achieving Superior ratings at festivals and first-place competition finishes, performing music across genres, time periods, and cultures. Led by Director Lucas Hogan for THS students.
• Jazz Band Jazz ensemble performing at concerts and jazz-specific events, with multiple rehearsals per week including Jazz Band A and Jazz Band B. For THS students under Director Amanda Eddleman.
• Color Guard Color guard program performing as part of the marching band and as a standalone indoor competitive unit under the Western Frederick Indoor Guard and Percussion program.
• Indoor Percussion Indoor percussion ensemble competing in the KIDA circuit as part of the Western Frederick Indoor Guard and Percussion program.
• Indoor Color Guard Indoor color guard ensemble competing in the KIDA circuit as part of the Western Frederick Indoor Guard and Percussion program.
• KIDA Indoor Invitational Competition Annual indoor percussion and color guard competition hosted at Tuscarora High School since 2014 in conjunction with the Keystone Indoor Drill Association (KIDA), serving units from Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and Washington DC metro area across 5 disciplines: Percussion, Color Guard, Winds, Majorettes, and Dance Teams.
• Instrumental Music Boosters Organization (THSIMB) Parent/booster organization that provides logistic and financial support for all THS instrumental music programs, including organizing fundraisers, providing chaperones, volunteer support, and encouraging family and community participation. Open to parents and community supporters of Tuscarora HS music students.
• Band Camp Summer intensive band camp for returning students including leadership training, marching fundamentals, percussion placement, and color guard instruction, scheduled to begin July 28, 2026 at Tuscarora High School.
• Sponsorship Program Four-tier annual sponsorship program ($250 Member, $500 Section Leader, $750 Drum Major, $1,000 Director) offered to local Frederick, MD area businesses, providing website logo placement, social media recognition, show program listings, and marching band show shirt logo placement. The 2026-2027 season tier benefits are detailed on the Sponsors page.
• RaiseRight Gift Card Fundraising Continuous gift card fundraising program where families purchase gift cards through RaiseRight; brands contribute up to 20% back, with 50% allocated to the organization and 50% to student band fees. No minimum orders or enrollment costs. Available via website, eGift cards, reloadable cards, and mobile app.

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Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Keystone Indoor Drill Association (KIDA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026KIDA is a competitive, educational indoor circuit with participation from Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and Washington DC metro area. THSIMB has been hosting KIDA competitions since 2014. Units compete in 5 disciplines: Percussion, Color Guard, Winds, Majorettes, and Dance Teams. KIDA focuses on teaching principles of good sportsmanship, fairness, professionalism, and proper conduct.
• Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026MSAC is an agency of the State of Maryland's Department of Commerce founded in 1967. MSAC plays an essential role in ensuring access to the transformative power of the arts. They provide leadership that champions creative expression, diverse programming, equitable access, and lifelong learning. The 2026 KIDA competition at THS is sponsored in large part by MSAC.
• Duet With MusicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocally owned and operated music store in Frederick, MD since 1995. Provides trophy sponsorship for KIDA Indoor Invitational competition. Thanked for support of programs on the KIDA page.
• WalmartminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a sponsor on the Sponsors page, providing support for the instrumental music program.
• WawaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a sponsor on the Sponsors page and as a KIDA competition sponsor. Supports THSIMB through RaiseRight gift card program and direct sponsorship.
• Starvin Marvin's PizzaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Frederick, MD area restaurant listed as a sponsor on the website, participating in the RaiseRight program and direct sponsorship.
• WegmansminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a sponsor on the Sponsors page and RaiseRight gift card program partner, supporting the instrumental music program.
• Roy Rogers RestaurantsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Frederick area restaurant at Ballenger Creek location. Listed as sponsor and participates in restaurant night fundraising events.
• Chick-fil-aminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as sponsor on the Sponsors page and participates in restaurant night fundraising events supporting THSIMB.
• Advanced Auto PartsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocation at 6602 Crestwood Boulevard, Frederick, MD 21703 hosts THSIMB car wash fundraisers. Students and adult supervisors wash cars in return for donations.
• Texas RoadhouseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in restaurant night fundraising, providing a portion of sales on designated nights to THSIMB.
• Silver DinerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in restaurant night fundraising, providing a portion of sales on designated nights to THSIMB.
• MOD PizzaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in restaurant night fundraising, providing a portion of sales on designated nights to THSIMB.
• Red RobinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in restaurant night fundraising, providing a portion of sales on designated nights to THSIMB.
• ChipotleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates in restaurant night fundraising, providing a portion of sales on designated nights to THSIMB.
• Catoctin Mountain GrowersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupplier for annual poinsettia sale fundraiser. Provides 6 and 8 inch varietals in red or white colors for holiday season sales.
• Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFCPS is the public school system governing Tuscarora High School. THSIMB works within the FCPS framework using volunteer registration systems. Directors Amanda Eddleman and Lucas Hogan are FCPS employees. The program supports supplemental activities beyond FCPS-funded instruction.
• RaiseRightcoreTechnology or IntegrationGift card fundraising platform used by THSIMB. Brands automatically contribute up to 20% back on gift card purchases. 50% of rebate goes to organization, 50% to student band fees. Available via website, eGift cards, reloadable cards, and mobile app.

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Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC): State arts funding agency that co-sponsors THSIMB's KIDA Indoor Invitational. Comparable as a Maryland-based nonprofit arts-support organization with similar mission of expanding access to arts programming.
• Keystone Indoor Drill Association (KIDA): Regional indoor competitive circuit in percussion, color guard, winds, majorettes, and dance. THSIMB's core competitive partner since 2014, with overlapping geography across PA, MD, WV, VA, and DC and similar competitive event hosting model.
• Wando High School Band Boosters: Other large high school band booster organization running a comparable sponsorship tiers, fundraising, and competition participation model for a single school's instrumental music program.

Broad incumbents

• VH1 Save The Music Foundation: Nonprofit that partners with school districts to restore music education programs. Comparable as a fundraising-driven nonprofit solving instrumental music access gaps in K-12 public schools.
• Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation: National 501(c)(3) that donates instruments and supports school music programs with underfunded budgets — directly analogous to THSIMB's mission of filling public-school music funding gaps, though at significantly larger scale and geographic reach.
• National Association for Music Education (NAfME): Largest professional organization for music educators in the U.S., supporting school music programs through advocacy, curriculum, and resources. Comparable as a K-12 music program support ecosystem serving THS students and directors.
• Bands of America (BOA): National marching band competitive circuit in which THS Marching Titans participate (BOA Mid-Atlantic Regional). Comparable as a higher-tier competitive circuit the THSIMB program actively competes in and aspires to win.
• Music for All: National nonprofit advocating for school-based music education and supporting band/orchestra programs through events, advocacy, and grants. Operates Bands of America (BOA) — a circuit in which THS Marching Titans directly compete — making it a comparable music-education support organization at greater scale.

Others

• RaiseRight (by ShopWithScrip): Gift card fundraising platform that powers THSIMB's recurring rebate revenue stream. Comparable as the technology/infrastructure provider enabling THSIMB's passive fundraising model.

Regional players

• Frederick County Gives: Local Frederick, MD community foundation and giving platform listed as a THSIMB partner. Comparable as a Frederick-based nonprofit ecosystem participant that channels donations to local causes including music education.

Market position

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Key risks5 records

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Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/THSIMB
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tuscarora-high-school-performing-arts-boosters

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Profiles8 records

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