The WHS Chaparral Band is recognized as one of the top high school music programs in the nation. Keeping it that way takes more than talent — it takes community support.

 

Here's something most people don't know: Eanes ISD keeps only 36 cents of every property tax dollar it raises. The other 64% is sent to the state through Texas' Recapture law — funds Eanes will never see again. That means the Chap Band operates at a significant funding disadvantage compared to other top programs in our class. Year after year, Westlake Band Parents (WBPs) step in to bridge that gap.

 

WBPs is a 501(c)(3) all-volunteer booster club founded in 1976, whose sole purpose is supporting the student band musicians of Eanes ISD — a program that includes a 188-member marching band, 3 concert bands, 2 jazz ensembles, 3 full orchestras, and an elite color guard, with UIL "Superior" ratings for 30+ consecutive years. Every dollar you give goes directly to the kids.

 

WHAT WE FUND
WBPs funds essential expenses that Eanes ISD and participation fees don't cover, including:

• Air-conditioned charter buses for long-haul competitions (not school buses)

• Special educational experiences, clinics, competitions, and travel for students and directors

• Competitive marching season needs — props, uniforms, composers, designers, clinicians & technicians

• Financial assistance for students who need help with fees, trips, or private lessons

• Meal subsidies for students, directors, support staff, chaperones & bus drivers

• Band banquet funding (seniors attend free)

• Emergency and mission-critical needs as they arise — equipment & truck rental

 

All donations are tax-deductible and eligible for employer matching.

 

Westlake Band Parents is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit · EIN available upon request · All donations tax-deductible

 

Questions? Contact fundraising@westlakeband.org