What is Guitars for Kids Foundaton? 

Our mission is to provide every individual who has a desire to create music quality instruments to inspire creativity and build unity across generations.
 
We envision communities united by the magic of music, where individuals are provided platforms that showcase their talents and bring their dreams to a reality.
 
With the support of our community, Paul Wane, Duval County Line (DCL) and others gift complete new and refurbished instrument kits to youth and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities or other unique challenges.
 
Since arriving in Florida five years ago, Guitars for Kids has gifted more than 200 instruments. Many of these instruments have been donated by fellow musicians, purchased by community members or given in remembrance of Loved Ones to carry forth their Legacy. Consistently, families have reported improvements in attitudes and behaviors in school, home and the community at large.
 
What instruments do individuals receive? Guitar Kits include a customized Jay Murphy Guitar, amp, cords, strap, picks, tuner, strings, case, and cord chart; Keyboard Kits include stand, amp, and cords; and Drum Kits are typically purchased including cymbals, throne, sticks with bag and of course a cow bell!
 
Recipients then become a Rising Star for Life!!! We've developed partnerships with area music schools to assist individuals in receiving instruction.
 
Our Rising Stars are invited back to showcase their accomplishments twice a year, during the Jumpin and Jivin Juneboree and Rockin for Stockins, where they are provided an opportunity to perform live, center stage as a solo act , a band or with fellow musicians for a truly unique experience.