Empowering displaced, orphaned, and vulnerable children through structured music education, English language instruction, trauma-informed teaching, and life-changing opportunity.
Students enrolled — and growing rapidly
About Us
Rising with Melodies believes every child — regardless of circumstance — deserves the transformative power of music. We deliver structured piano and music theory programs to children living in poverty, displacement, and trauma, including children with disabilities and those on the autism spectrum, beginning in Trujillo, Peru.
Our work goes beyond music — we provide humanitarian support including essential supplies, mentorship, and educational access to meet children where they are. Because every vulnerable child, including neurodiverse learners, deserves a full path forward.
Governance
Alexander Lopez — Founder & Youth Director
Samuel Serban — Director & Lead Music Educator, Trujillo
Programs & Services
Structured, progressive music education delivered with compassion and evidence-based trauma-informed methods.
Structured piano and music theory classes in small groups of students, using a progressive skill-based curriculum tailored to each child's pace and needs.
Specially designed teaching methods for children who have experienced poverty, domestic violence, or displacement — meeting each student where they are emotionally and academically.
An advanced track for exceptional students to pursue higher music education — providing mentorship, character development, and real pathways to further opportunity beyond grade school.
Online ESL classes taught by bilingual U.S. volunteer instructors — connecting student leaders in America with youth learners in Trujillo, Peru, and opening doors to greater opportunity.
Get Involved
There are many ways to support Rising with Melodies and help give vulnerable children the chance to rise.
Join as an Online ESL Instructor — teach English virtually to students in Trujillo — or as a YAB On-Site Adviser supporting our U.S. programs in marketing, fundraising, and events. Every hour makes a direct difference.
Is your organization looking to make a community impact? We welcome corporate sponsors, educational institutions, and faith-based organizations to collaborate with us.
Explore PartnershipFollow us, share our story, and help us reach more donors and supporters. Awareness is the first step — the more people who know about Rising with Melodies, the more children we can serve.
Donate
Music is more than sound — it is hope, discipline, and the beginning of a new story for a child who has been told they have nothing waiting for them.
Every dollar directly funds music education for children living in poverty, displacement, and trauma in Trujillo, Peru. Your contribution changes a life.
Events
From student showcases to fundraising gatherings, see what's happening at Rising with Melodies.
What a beautiful afternoon! Thank you to all performers, families, donors, and volunteers who made this special day possible. We raised $1,290.60 for music education in Trujillo, Peru. 🎶
📷 View Photos & Video Concert PageJoin us as we officially launch our year-one fundraising campaign and share the vision for Rising with Melodies with donors and community partners.
UpcomingStudents and volunteers gathered for a special holiday celebration at the orphanage in Trujillo, featuring music, activities, and gifts for the children.
Past Event View PhotosA full day of team-building games, hula hoops, and outdoor sports for our students — reinforcing community, movement, and joy beyond the music room.
Past EventBlog & News
Updates, reflections, and stories from our work in Trujillo, Peru.
Rising with Melodies officially releases its comprehensive Year-One Business Plan, outlining goals, programs, and a path toward serving 50–75 students in Trujillo.
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Beyond the piano room, we believe in the whole child. A recap of our first outdoor activities day and what it meant for our students.
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Our team traveled to Trujillo to celebrate Christmas with our students — bringing music, gifts, and the reminder that they are seen, loved, and valued.
View Photos →Testimonials
Stories from students, volunteers, and supporters of Rising with Melodies.
Watching a child who arrived closed off and silent slowly light up every time they sat at the piano — that's what Rising with Melodies does. It doesn't just teach music. It restores hope.
Music gave me something to work toward. I practice every day now. I want to be good. I want to make my family proud — even though they're not with me anymore.
Rising with Melodies is building something rare — a program that sees these children as full human beings with potential, not just as people to be helped. The impact is real and it's growing.
Financials & Transparency
We are committed to full transparency. Here is our Year One estimated budget and revenue model.
| Instruments (keyboards, guitar, drums, etc.) |
| Teaching (10 hrs/week, 52 weeks) |
| Curriculum Materials |
| Marketing (USA) |
| Logistics & Travel |
For detailed financial and budget information, please contact us.
Monthly sponsorship programs and one-time giving campaigns form the backbone of our funding. Every dollar goes directly toward student education.
We partner with organizations aligned with educational access and community impact. Sponsors receive recognition and regular program impact reports.
We actively pursue international education grants, arts and culture grants, and faith-based humanitarian funding to sustain and grow our programs.
We mitigate funding instability through a diversified donor base, manage instructor reliability through paid local educators, and plan for scalability through phased expansion.
Contact Us
Whether you want to donate, volunteer, partner, or simply learn more — we'd love to hear from you. Rising with Melodies is built on relationships, and we value every connection.
+1 (404) 915-7991
Trujillo, Peru · Based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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