FREE: Children's Charity Seeking Instruments

TLDR; We are looking for instruments to gift to kids this Christmas. Most of the demand is for guitars, but we do accept other instruments as well. If you would like to apply to receive as instrument, go to our website, click the enter button, and fill out the signup form. We are the MUSIC   Society (Musicians United in Supplying Instruments to Children), a volunteer‑run charity in Victoria,   BC whose mission is simple: get quality instruments to school‑age kids who otherwise couldn’t afford them.   Inspired by a an act of generosity — founder Avi Lugassy received a beat‑up four‑string guitar when he was a teen that changed his life — the Society has turned that spirit forward, giving away hundreds of refurbished guitars, keyboards, violins and more since 2018. How the “Gift   of   Music” program works Community donations – Locals drop off new, used or even lightly‑damaged instruments at partner shops; Guitars   Plus, Influence Board Shop, or M2 Graphix. Refurbish & wrap – Volunteers restring, clean and tag every instrument so it’s fully playable. Holiday draw – Families with children apply online each fall. A randomized draw matches the number of instruments collected; winners are notified by   20   Dec. Big hand‑off – On 24   December recipients pick up their instruments (often with small sibling gifts) at the city host location, turning Christmas Eve into a community‑powered jam session. Ways to get involved right now Donate an instrument – Guitars, violins, ukuleles, small keyboards and band instruments in overall good shape are welcome; minor issues (missing strings, loose keys) are fine. Large items like pianos and full drum kits can’t be accepted. Give funds – Cash contributions — via the Society’s online portal https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/embed/donation-form/give-the-gift-of-music-2?modal=true — cover strings, repairs and the purchase of new instruments at bulk discounts. Volunteer – From pickup runs and basic repairs to gift‑wrapping, event coordination or graphic design, any skill set is useful - commit as much or as little time as you can. Become a drop‑off partner or sponsor – Local businesses can host donation boxes, supply parts, or offer discounted services. Need an instrument? Parents and guardians can fill out a short request form which will be open in the fall. Why this matters Access to a real, playable instrument can spark creativity, confidence and community for a child. By giving unused gear a second life, the MUSIC   Society removes cost barriers and proves that a small act of generosity can resonate for years.