Hinsdale South Music Department Receives Support from Darien VFW for Disney Performance

The Hinsdale South High School Music Department will travel to Walt Disney World at the end of February, thanks in part to generous scholarship support from Darien VFW Post 2838.

The local veterans organization recently donated funds to help music students offset travel expenses for the highly anticipated performance opportunity. The partnership reflects a long-standing relationship between the Hinsdale South bands and the Darien VFW, as student musicians regularly perform at the community’s Memorial Day and Labor Day services.

“We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of Darien VFW 2838,” Band Director Matt Goeke said. “Our students take great pride in honoring our veterans through music, and this partnership reminds them that service and community matter.”

Goeke, a Gold Star family member, expressed personal appreciation for the organization’s commitment to both veterans and local youth. He encouraged area veterans to consider supporting and joining the VFW, noting the positive impact the post has made in the community.

Darien VFW Post 2838 hopes to raise awareness of its ongoing community involvement and expand its membership to continue serving veterans and local families. The scholarship donation highlights the post’s dedication to investing in young people while strengthening ties between generations.

The Hinsdale South Music Department looks forward to representing the Darien community on a national stage while continuing its tradition of honoring those who have served.