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WAYS TO PLAY IT FORWARD

Donate an instrument.

Have an instrument collecting dust? Give it new life in the hands of a young musician.

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Become a music mentor.

Provide valuable training and mentorship to aspiring musicians. Add your information to our mentor database and help shape the next generation.

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Make a financial donation.

Help fund private sessions, workshops, and clinics for young musicians—while ensuring professional musicians are fairly compensated for their time and expertise.

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Sponsor a performance or event.

Give young musicians the opportunity to perform for live audiences or attend professional events—milestone experiences that inspire and uplift.

“I know in my heart that if someone had invested in me as a young musician, doors would have opened.”

— JOE S., MENTOR & INSTRUMENT DONOR

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WHY “INSTRUMENTAL”?

The name Instrumental is a triple entendre—capturing the literal and symbolic power of music in young lives.

Practically, Instrumental speaks to our mission of providing quality instruments—essential tools for artistic growth. Symbolically, it means crucial or transformative, highlighting how access to mentorship and performance opportunities can be life-changing. Musically, it’s a nod to the genre itself—music without lyrics, pure expression.

PILOT PROJECT

School: Eastwood Collegiate Institute, Kitchener

Home to Waterloo Region’s only Integrated Arts Program, Eastwood brings together 400 students from the region who have a strong passion for the arts alongside local catchment area and ESL students.

Though the school is in one of the lowest-income neighborhoods in the region and without arts funding, the school consistently produces award-winning musicians. Passionate teachers and dedicated fundraising efforts of a parent association help bridge the gap—but many families still face barriers to participation.

“Offering students high-quality instruments and training is invaluable. I see kids with real talent and motivation give up because they don’t have access to the essential training and equipment needed to pursue their dreams.”