For future generations of the Pride of Newark and the community of Newark.
DONATE NOW through our friends at the Licking County Foundation. (link is currently ACTIVE - thank you for your support!!!)
Current Field The current practice field has served the band and community for over 60 years at the current NHS location. It’s time for an investment in student safety, long-term equipment protection, and a source of pride for the award-winning Pride of Newark Marching Band.
The Current Field Puts Students at Risk For over 60 years the current practice field has hosted the marching feet of thousands of Newark High School Band Members. In recent years, due to a variety of factors, the field has become dramatically less safe for student use - both their physical well being and the instruments they are using. Many areas of the field have “potholes” that have resulted in twisted ankles, fallen students, dropped instruments, busted lips, and constant stress/anxiety on student performers.
Project Timeline April 2024 - Fundraising begins July 2024 - Marching season begins September 2024 - Fundraising update to Board of Education November 2024 - Construction begins March 2025 - Construction completed July 2025 - Usage of new field begins!
Additional Support Opportunities
-Private Performance of the PRIDE OF NEWARK -Public Recognition of your support before home performances by the PRIDE OF NEWARK during pregame and halftime performances at White Field. -Event sponsorship for the 49th Annual Newark Marching Band Invitational -Event sponsorship for mass holiday performance of Newark Band/Choir/Orchestra -Special performance at the event of your choosing by the PRIDE OF NEWARK.