A key component of Law Rocks’ mission is to promote music education for underserved youth. In 2023, due to our increased sponsorship and fundraising, Law Rocks was able to offer a new grant at each Law Rocks show: The Music Matters grant. This grant, continuing in 2025, is given to a local nonprofit that supports youth music education in each of our U.S. tour cities. Omi Crawford, director of Law Rocks, says of the grant initiative:
“Since our 2009 founding, Law Rocks has supported hundreds of incredible nonprofits, with an emphasis on youth music education organizations. The Music Matters grant is a natural evolution of our mission and a chance to formalize our support of amazing music education nonprofits across the country.”
Today’s spotlight is on our 2025 Law Rocks Los Angeles Night Two Music Matters grant recipient, Guitar Center Music Foundation. Myka Miller, Executive Director of Guitar Center Music Foundation, was kind to fill us in on the organization’s support for those affected by recent Los Angeles-area wildfires.
One of three 2025 Los Angeles Music Matters Grant Recipients: Guitar Center Music Foundation
1) Can you tell us a little about the history of your nonprofit, as well as its mission and focus?
Since 2005, Guitar Center MusicFoundation (GCMF) is dedicated to promoting the healing and transformative power of music through grants and programs that make musical instruments and instruction available to those in need. By harnessing the power of music, GCMF creates opportunities for underserved communities and supports the development of future generations of musicians. The GCMF supports musicians. Everywhere and Everyone.
2) What are some upcoming initiatives that you are planning for/what is the greatest challenge your organization faces?
Wildfire relief in Los Angeles is both a current focus and a great challenge. The organization has received over 2,000 requests, and is working to serve as many individuals as possible through donations.
3) How will the Music Matters grant be used?
Music Matters grant funds will support two wildfire relief grants for individuals to replace instruments and/or gear lost in the fires.
4) What does the power of music mean to you?
We believe in the power of music to heal human beings.
Learn more about Guitar Center Music Foundation.
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