Barry Manilow donates $300,000 of musical instruments to Joplin School
Barry Manilow has kept his promise to donate $300,000-worth of musical instruments to a high school in Missouri following the devastating tornadoes which flattened a small town earlier in the year.
The natural disaster swept through Joplin, killing 162 people and leaving others homeless. The singer was so moved by the events, he vowed to help restock Joplin High School's music department with new instruments via his non-profit organisation, the Manilow Music Project.
Manilow delivered three trucks of gifts, including a concert grand piano to the school last week.
A statement from the crooner reads: "I know first-hand how invaluable music can be to get you through life's tough times. It is an honour and a privilege to help these kids after such a disaster."
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