Gibson Gives and The Guitar Center Music Foundation have teamed up with over 20 top musical instrument manufacturers to raise funds and help musicians in Los Angeles whose instruments and equipment were destroyed in the recent wildfires. Among the key industry players offering support are AKG, AlphaTheta/Pioneer, Audio-Technica, DW, Eastman, ESP Guitars, Hoshino (Ibanez Guitars/TAMA Drums), JBL Professional, C.F. Martin & Co., Pearl Drums, Remo Inc., Roland, Saga, Schecter Guitar Research, Shure, Sony Music, Universal Audio, Vater Percussion, Yamaha, Avedis Zildjian Co., and others.
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In the aftermath of the catastrophic wildfires in Southern California, prominent companies from the musical instrument (MI) industry have come together to assist with the recovery of music programs and musicians affected by the disaster. Gibson, the renowned American guitar maker, and Guitar Center, the world’s largest music retailer, are using their charitable arms—Gibson Gives and The Guitar Center Music Foundation—to provide financial aid and other essential support for musicians and humanitarian efforts in Los Angeles.
To amplify their efforts, Gibson and Guitar Center have partnered with several major MI manufacturers, including AKG, AlphaTheta/Pioneer, Audio-Technica, DW, Eastman, ESP Guitars, Hoshino (Ibanez Guitars/TAMA Drums), JBL Professional, C.F. Martin & Co., Pearl Drums, Remo Inc., Roland, Saga, Schecter Guitar Research, Shure, Sony Music, Universal Audio, Vater Percussion, Yamaha, Avedis Zildjian Co., and more, in a massive and unprecedented relief donation campaign.
The Guitar Center Music Foundation and Gibson Gives will provide a one-time grant to replace instruments and gear for musicians, music professionals, and nonprofit music programs in the Los Angeles area affected by the fires. Musicians who lost their instruments or gear can apply for assistance through February 28, 2025. Proof of loss or address may be required.
Additionally, these companies have joined forces with the NAMM Foundation and the L.A. Wildfires Relief Fund to provide further assistance. During the upcoming NAMM Show, held at the Anaheim Convention Center (January 23-25), two dedicated L.A. Wildfire Relief Centers will be set up to inform attendees about how they can contribute to this coordinated relief effort. Those who donate $35 or more at the event will receive a special edition GCMF branded t-shirt, tote bag, or hat.
“We are devastated by the recent fires that have deeply impacted our artist communities and the places they call home. In response, we are committed to providing meaningful support to help rebuild and heal. We understand the crucial role music plays in the healing process, and we will continue to stand by our community, using the power of music to bring hope and recovery,” said Erica Krusen, Global Executive Director of Gibson Gives.
“My heart is full seeing such an outpouring of support from our community. This effort is about more than just replacing instruments; it’s about restoring the power of music as a source of healing, strength, and renewal as musicians rebuild their lives and communities,” said Myka Miller, Executive Director of The Guitar Center Music Foundation.
“We are overwhelmed by the generosity of the music industry. NAMM and The NAMM Foundation are working closely with NAMM members to unite all efforts and maximize the relief initiatives for those affected by the L.A. wildfires,” stated John Mlynczak, NAMM President and CEO.
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