GUITARS FOR KIDS TORONTO
Improving Lives One Guitar at a Time
Guitars for Kids Toronto is a Charitable Organization. Our mission is to match quality used guitars to kids in need. We partner with community-based groups to find suitable recipients. We rely on donated guitars and financial contributions.
Registered Canadian Charity
#74469 1312 RR0001
New Drop off Partner
Guitar Haus
5015 Maingate Dr, Mississagua
Tel :905 624 9409
What We Do
Guitars for Kids -Toronto, located in the heart of Toronto, is a registered charity dedicated to helping those in need. With the dedication of our volunteers, staff members, and partners, we strive to improve the lives of children and youth who need help within the community. Contact us to see what you can do to bring about positive change.
Our Objectives
To provide disadvantaged youth an opportunity for cognitive and personal development through learning music. Guitars for Kids Toronto will provide these youth with musical instruments, gig bags, amplifiers, and picks which gives them an opportunity they might not otherwise be able to afford. We will deliver on our objective through public service agencies and community groups who have the primary interface with these youth, at no cost, and with no recourse.
How We Help
Since our inception, we’ve worked around the clock to expand our causes and help those who need our help. Every contribution goes toward making our community a better place, so if you’re looking to contribute a donation or your time, please get in touch today via our Donation page below. Making a positive difference has never been so easy.
Our Community Outreach Groups
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto
Regent Park School of Music
Cabbagetown Community Art Center
Fred Victor
Oakwood Secondary Collegiate
Volunteer Opportunities
Helping Others
One of our main causes here at Guitars for Kids - Toronto is Volunteer Opportunities, an issue that touches many young lives, particularly in the Toronto area. See how you can help bring music appreciation and learning to youth in need by contacting one of our representatives.
Donate Used Guitars
Drop off New or Used Guitars
One of our goals is to ensure that all guitars reach those interested youth in need in the Toronto area.
Donate at one of the below music shops.
West:
KAOS Music
3019 Bloor Street West, Toronto
Telephone: (416) 233-2232
Central:
Capsule Music
985 Dovercourt Road, Toronto
Telephone: (416) 203-0202
East End:
The Twelfth Fret
2132 Danforth Avenue, Toronto
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Telephone: (416) 423-2132
sales@12fret.com
Mississauga:
Guitar Haus
5015 Maingate Dr, Mississauga, ON
Or Contact us to learn more.
Donations
Caring for Others
Registered Canadian Charity
#74469 1312 RR0001
We also accept financial donations which are needed to buy new guitars, accessories, gig bags, amplifiers, and tuners. We’ve dedicated a lot of volunteer hours and invested countless resources to this charitable cause, and hope you’ll donate today to help us continue this work. Click the button bellow to donate.
Our Board and Team
Our team is dedicated to the mission of helping those in need in the greater Toronto area. Get to know the people who make Guitars for Kids - Toronto what it is. Our team is an unbelievable source of information and we are ready to share our events, activities, and ways for you to get involved.
Doris
Moro
President
Cofounder
Larry Schreiner
Director and
Treasurer
Steve
Maric
Director of Development
Nicole
Wharry
Director of Marketing
Valued Partnerships
Our Partners
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto
Community
Guitars for Kids-Toronto is pleased to work with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto (BBBST) currently serves approximately 3000 kids in Toronto. BBBST works to build thriving communities by empowering lives through mentorship and has helped to transform the lives of many at-risk youth to ensure their reach their full potential.
Guitars for Kids Toronto is a nonprofit organization based in the GTA. We are 100% volunteer driven. Our purpose is to provide new and previously loved quality guitars, both acoustic and electric, to kids who otherwise would not have the means to access these instruments.
We partner with community-based organizations to facilitate the distribution of guitars to their clients. We also partner with musical instrument technicians and companies to ensure that the instruments are in top technical condition.
D'Addario Canada
1-170 Alden Road, Markam
Guitars for Kids Toronto is deeply appreciative of the support provided by D’Addario Canada.
D’Addario has generously provided assistance with strings used to refurbish all our guitars, picks, straps, tuners and guitars
KAOS MUSIC
3052 Bloor St west, Toronto
Guitars for Kids Toronto is pleased to announce a partnership with Kaos Music Centre, as a designated drop off depot for guitars. Kaos Music Centre is located at 3052 Bloor Street West, near Bloor and Royal York.
If you have a guitar that you would like to donate, you can drop it off at this location. Kaos Music Centre has been a leading supplier of musical instruments , repair and instruction in Toronto for 28 Years.
Guitars for Kids Toronto is a nonprofit organization based in the GTA. We are 100% volunteer driven. Our purpose is to provide new and previously loved quality guitars, both acoustic and electric, to kids who otherwise would not have the means to access these instruments. We partner with community-based organizations to facilitate the distribution of guitars to their clients. We also partner with musical instrument technicians and companies to ensure that the instruments are in top technical condition.
Capsule Music
985 Dovercourt Road, Toronto
Guitars for Kids Toronto is proud to announce that Capsule Music as a second Drop Off Depot for Guitars for Kids Toronto.
If you have a used guitar, electric or acoustic, you can now drop it off at Capsule Music.
Contact Details
985 Dovercourt Road, Toronto
Telephone: (416)203-0202
Email: contact@capsulemusic.com
Website: http://www.capsulemusic.com/
Dave Wharry, Founder of Guitars for Kids Toronto had this to say; “We are delighted to add Capsule Music as Drop Off Depot. Capsule Music has long had a reputation as a reliable and admired retailer of new and vintage guitars, not just in Toronto, but Worldwide. By adding Capsule Music as a Drop Off Depot we hope to make donating that unused guitar even more convenient. “
The Twelfth Fret - Guitarists’ Pro Shop
2132 Danforth Ave, Toronto
When you need assistance, The Twelfth Fret team of musicians are at your disposal; devoted to making sure you will be thrilled with your purchase. Contact:
Sales: 416-423-2132
Fax: 416-423-0012
Repairs and Service: 416-423-1554
Email: sales@12fret.com
They've accumulated years of combined first-hand expertise – playing, performing, creating, fixing, and studying everything to do with fretted instruments/gear. They also provide lessons and host the world's largest fretted instrument workshop. They've been providing services to musicians worldwide, and of all levels since 1976 - yes 40 years!
Visit https://www.12fret.com/
Guitar HAUS
5015 Maingate Dr, Mississauga, ON
Welcome to our newest drop off centre in Mississauga .
Guitar Haus.
Phone: (905) 624-9409
Premier Boutique Guitar Shop
Nestled in the heart of the Greater Toronto Area, Guitar Haus is a destination for discerning musicians in search of exceptional instruments and expert guidance. Founded in 2023 by Stan Zachemski, a visionary music enthusiast, our boutique curates a select collection of boutique acoustic and electric guitars, professional keyboards, and offers personalized lessons in guitar, piano, and vocals.
“Music can change the world because it can change people."
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Get in touch with Guitars for Kids - Toronto to discover more about our work and how to donate. We thank you for your support.
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