By Daily Republic Staff

Mary Farmar Elementary School in Benicia has received a $5,000 grant to buy instruments and equipment for its music program.

The grant comes from the KNBR Step Up to the Plate for Education program, which is funded by Wells Fargo and promoted by Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford.

“As a kid, my parents always emphasized the importance of an education – above and beyond participating in sports,” Crawford said in a statement announcing the grants. “As a Bay Area native, it is an honor to be part of a program that increases education and athletic programs for local kids.”

Source: Benicia school gets $5K from Crawford-promoted program