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$154K pours in for U. band to march at D.C. inaugual

Too bad the Mountain West Conference couldn't use some of the Utah Sugar Bowl windfall to send these great representatives of our state to the inaguration.

Why doesn't the article mention that local company USANA donated the remainder of the money this morning so they could go? Seems like good point info out by the des news.

it's really good to know that it costs $150,000 to go across country. and its good to know that people are starving in our streets here in slc but people will rally to send a band across this country but not help a starving person or less than fortunate child in need

I can't wait to hear "Utah Man" being played for the President.

I think most people realize their are social issues that every city has that need more resources. The difference is that they are ongoing and many citizens do give and donate time to them.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with the idea of corporations and citizens raising money to reward a group of young people the chance of a lifetime to play at a historic inauguration.

Quit raining on their parade.

raining on their parade? yes indeed... why not rain on it since they are already on a pity pot? waa waa we aren't ranked number 1 boo hoo! let's sue! c'mon there are alot more serious issues that need attention more than whether a college football team is ranked number one and how to get the band to go play at a historical event. well let them play at liberty park! it will still be a historical event! highest number of drug busts highest unemployment rate highest losses in the stock market highest rate of homeless indeed historic! the U of U band should play concerts for charity! nope probably won't happen will it?

Vocal tonight aren't we? How did the Utah marching band become a football issue? For that matter, what does your post have to do with anything?

If those starving people worked as hard to get money as the Utah marching band they wouldn't be starving. I understand times are tough but it's crazy to think that if someone puts in as much time and effort as the band or the fundraiser that they would have nothing to eat. Get your socialistic ideas out of this forum and get to work. That is capitalism!

The band supports the football team every home game and some away games, including the Sugar Bowl. Why didn't the football team cough up a little of their millions in bowl money to support the band?

Thank you to all who have donated. These young people, my daughter included, will have a wonderful and once in a lifetime experience.

Thank you to the family of Ken and Sally Burbidge for donating matching funds for scholarships, instruments, and uniforms!

I can't imagine a better group of young men and women to represent our state at this historic occasion. Of course, I may be a little biased!

A heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every individual who donated to the Inaugural Fund for the Utes Marching Band.
A great big THANK YOU also goes to Applebee's, Cold Stone Creamery and USANA for stepping in and making their generous donations as well.
USANA pushed the donations over the top.

The WARMEST THANKS goes to Sherman Smith and his neighbors and friends in Ashburn, VA for taking our sons and daughters into their homes and feeding them. How can we even come close to thanking these people for their heartwarming and loving generosity?
They deserve a "Parental Medal of Honor" for going above and beyond the call of duty!!!
I sleep easier tonight knowing my son is in the care of such wonderful people.

EVERY supporter out there should know that you made a big difference in these young people's lives and gave them something they will remember and cherish forever.

You are all wonderful, no matter how big or small your contribution, whether money or service.

A Grateful Band Dad