We gift Luthier made classical guitars to talented and underprivileged artists.

“Changing Lives One Guitar at a Time”

While our motto may be bold, we understand that small steps can lead to big changes. We know what a difference the success of one individual can have on their community. As we provide these talented individuals with a beautiful and reliable instrument, we are removing a key barrier to their success.

The success of each individual is the fabric for the success of a community. We see the recipients of these beautiful instruments as a conduit to bring light and beauty to the world, while inspiring other individuals in their community to reach for their dreams. We believe that when these musicians are successful they become role models for those around them. Not just musically, but inspiring them to be successful in whatever path they may choose.

What is GiftedGuitar?

GiftedGuitar is a nonprofit organization that gifts luthier made classical guitars to talented, aspiring, deserving individuals who would otherwise not be able to afford such an instrument.

What is the goal of GiftedGuitar?

GiftedGuitar’s goal is to support recipients from underprivileged, disadvantaged, underrepresented and underserved communities.

Want to become a patron of the arts?

Music makes a significant difference in academic and professional achievement. Our aim is to help those students without the means with a gift of a fine guitar to support their academic and ultimately professional aspirations.

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Read the Stories of Those We’ve Helped

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Ruben Portillio

Ruben began playing guitar at the age of 7. He grew up in Ciudad del Este, Paraguay. Ruben is currently attending Northwestern University under the instruction of Dr. Anne Waller. He is on track to becoming a professional classical guitarist and educator.

Eduard Hrmushyan

Eduard is from the beautiful mountainous country of Armenia. He started playing guitar at age 8 and after exploring jazz and blues idioms he discovered and fell in love with the classical guitar. He received his bachelor’s degree from Yerevan State Conservatory. He is currently studying under David Tannenbaum at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

Sofia Martinez

Sofia was born in Hemet Ca and grew up with her family moving to fifteen different cities. She started playing guitar in an afterschool program during her middle school years. In her senior year of high school, she was mentored by Dr. Kami Rowan thru the Guitar Foundation of America’s Mentorship program.

Olivia Andersen

Olivia Andersen is the youngest of 4, growing up in Newton and Wilmington NorthCarolina. She has won 1st prize in the Southern Guitar Festival and 3rd prize in the Appalachian State Guitar Festival.

Chaz Privette

Chaz Privette was awarded the Music Performance Scholarship and Presidential Scholarship at Austin Peay State University where he studies with the renowned teacher/performer Stanley Yates.