A marching band at a historically black Mississippi university has raised more than $120,000 to fund its trip to Washington to participate in President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20.
The “Mean Green Marching Machine” band from Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) was invited to play in the 60th Presidential Inauguration Parade, according to a statement issued by the college in December.
As of 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 1, the band had raised $166, 366 to meet its $170,000 goal.
The funds will go toward uniforms, instruments, and other resources.
The college said the total cost of the trip is $350,000.
The band has 250 players and has participated in several national events such as NBA games, the Rose Bowl Parade, Mardi Gras, and band competitions….