It Starts with a Dream…
Empowering young girls and women with Guitars…One Fret at a Time
Music + education = success!
WELCOME TO THE FRET NO MORE FOUNDATION!
Thank You to all of our friends and fans for your continued support!
We Repair, Refurbish, Clean Up and give Old Guitars a New Life.... And Give Them To Young Girls, Women and Students in various communities throughout New York who would love to get inspired, study music and play guitar on a “good quality” instrument!
Our guitars are donated from amateurs to professional studio musicians and some of the best guitar players on Broadway!
To Start Their New Musical Journey...Each Donee will receive a Brand New (or refurbished) “Brand Name" (Electric, Classical or Acoustic) Guitar, A new Guitar Case/Gig Bag, A Guitar Tuner, Guitar Picks, A Free Guitar Lesson via Zoom and an All Access Pass to The Fret No More Foundation’s Mentorship program. *we also accept Bass Guitars and Ukulele’s
thank you for your continued support and donations!
welcome back to school! We are proud to announce our upcoming 2024 nyc hs fall/winter guitar giveaway…stay tuned!
Thank you w42st magazine for your generosity and support!
the fret no more foundation is honored to have received the 2022 “generous donation award” from brentwood high school.
special thanks to:
GATOR CASES
Lukasz Gunia@SADOWSKY GUITARS
Matt Brewster@30th St Guitars
Bonfilio design
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Our Mission Statement:
At THE FRET NO MORE FOUNDATION we are dedicated to uplifting and transforming the lives of young men and women through the power of music. Our mission is to provide students (with a focus on young women) access to high quality guitars, music education, and mentorship enabling them to gain confidence, uplift their self-esteem and to realize their full potential as musicians and individuals. We believe that music is not just an art but a proven catalyst for personal growth, emotional well-being and resilience.
Scientific research shows that learning to play a musical instrument enhances brain function, reduces stress and fosters a sense of accomplishment and self-expression. Studies have found that playing music improves cognitive abilities including memory and attention while also boosting emotional intelligence. Additionally, research reveals that young musicians experience increased self-esteem, greater social connectedness, and enhanced problem-solving skills…all of which contribute to an overall better quality of life.
At THE FRET NO MORE FOUNDATION we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to own a musical instrument and express themselves through music regardless of their financial circumstances. By equipping them with the tools, skills, and community support, we aim to create a future where their voices are heard and their confidence soars…One Fret at a time.
Do you have a guitar sitting in a closet or a basement just laying around that hasn’t been used or played? WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING GUITARS AND CASH DONATIONS. ALL DONATIONS ARE WELCOME AND ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE!
The Breakdown:
The cost of one complete package per Donee is $320.00
1) The guitar Tech for repairs - $100.00
2) The Mentor/Teacher - $150.00
3) The Guitar Handbook - $30.00
4) The Guitar Tuner and Picks - $40.00