Barry Manilow donates $300,000 to Missouri schools

Barry Manilow has donated $300,000 (£187,394) to Missouri schools to fund arts education.

The 'Mandy' singer personally delivered musical instruments last week to students in Joplin, which was ravaged by a tornado earlier this year.

A collection of string instruments, a concert grand piano and six upright pianos were among the many items that Manilow gave to the children.

Manilow said the donation will lift the spirits of children who lost so much in May's devastating storm.

"I know first-hand how invaluable music can be to get you through life's tough times. It is an honour and a privilege to help these kids after such a disaster," he said during a meeting with the students.

Watch footage from Barry Manilow's trip to Joplin below:



Manilow recently revealed that Britney Spears's personal struggles inspired tracks on his latest album 15 Minutes.

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