?? We’re in the FINAL STRETCH of Give Miami Day and we’re SO close to hitting our $200K goal! ???? Listen up, every dollar counts—whether it’s $35 for mentorship or $1,000 for career coaching, your support changes lives. ???? Click the link to make your gift NOW and let’s finish strong for the kids! Let’s GO, Miami! ?? #GiveMiamiDay #ForTheKids #LevelUp #Goals #GuitarsOverGuns #Miami https://lnkd.in/eBhMBDFp
Guitars Over Guns
表演艺术
Miami，FL 1,550 位关注者
Our mission is to empower youth through music & mentorship. #ChooseYourSound
关于我们
Guitars Over Guns’ unique curriculum emphasizes social-emotional learning and outcomes through music and arts instruction. After each session, mentors assess students’ academic performance, school and program attendance, artistic progress and peer interactions. We use social-emotional learning measurements to evaluate key competencies such as empathy, teamwork, initiative, responsibility and problem solving. Recent evaluations indicate that over 90 percent of Guitars Over Guns students improved their academic performance, overall conduct and decision-making skills. These measurements are byproducts of a greater shift that is occurring in the way these young people think about the world and their place in it. Our Story: Established in Miami in 2008, the organization now operates in Miami, Chicago, LA, and New York. Since then, we've positively impacted over 9,700 students. Guitars Over Guns began as an informal music mentoring project led by Dr. Chad Bernstein, serving youth from under-resourced neighborhoods in Miami. Upon observing the students’ achievements both on stage and in the classroom, Chad formalized the program and partnered with local schools to impact even more youth. In collaboration with Communities in Schools of Miami, the first official Guitars Over Guns program began at North Miami Middle School in 2008. Over the past twelve years, the program has grown to offer no-cost music instruction, mentorship and academic support at 36 school and community sites in Miami and Chicago. Additionally, Guitars Over Guns now offers a more extensive curriculum that includes dance, visual arts and annual summer camps. With the support of our mentors, staff, community partners, board of directors and passionate advocates around the world, Guitars Over Guns is ready to inspire and empower students everywhere to #ChooseYourSound
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https://www.guitarsoverguns.org
Guitars Over Guns的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 表演艺术
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Miami，FL
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2008
- 领域
- mentorship、music和SEL
地点
Guitars Over Guns员工
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Kerry Jordan, CFA
Founder, Board Director, Qualified Financial Expert, Fierce Supporter of Women, Advocate for Social Justice
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Stacy McMichael
Musician / Bandleader * Adjunct Professor * Website / Graphic Designer
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Dave Karmiol PPM
Mentor at Guitars Over Guns
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Brendan Deiz
Educator, musician, writer, proud Oregonian
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? The countdown is ON! Give Miami Day is TOMORROW?? This is your chance to make a life-changing impact on our kids. From expanding art programs to funding mental health services, recording EPs, and hosting career symposiums, every donation fuels opportunities that empower our youth to take charge of their future. ?? Help us reach our goal of $150,000 and maximize matching funds while you’re at it. We’re TWO THIRDS of the way there! ?? We’re so grateful for your support! Let’s finish strong for our kids! Hit the ?? to donate now https://lnkd.in/eBhMBDFp #GiveMiamiDay #MentorshipMatters #ChooseYourSound #Miami
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??Early Giving is LIVE?? Now through Thursday, your donations empower youth through mentorship, music, and the arts. From expanding art programs and recording EPs to hosting career symposiums and mental health initiatives—BIG things are happening, and we need YOU! Catch our CEO Chad Bernstein playing the conch shell ?? and reminding us why investing in our kids matters! Donate $100+ and Chad will send you a custom thank-you video, conch and all! ?? Let’s hit our $150K goal to create life-changing opportunities for our young people. ?? Click here to give now! https://mtyc.co/mq8x7g #GiveMiamiDay #MentorshipMatters #GuitarsOverGuns
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??We’re pumped—Early Bird Giving is OPEN! Donate anytime now through Thursday and help us continue empowering kids to take charge of their future. From expanding our art programs to recording EPs and executing a two-day career symposium, we’ve got BIG plans this year—and it takes a village to make it happen! ??Your donation this week helps us win bonus prizes and receive matching funds, all in the name of creating life-changing opportunities for our young people. We’re so grateful to be in community with you—thank you for making an impact! ?? Click here to give now: https://lnkd.in/eBhMBDFp #GiveMiamiDay #EmpowerYouth #Mentorship #GuitarsOverGuns
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?? On Saturday, November 9, Mentor Ryan Anthony brought Kenwood Academy High School mentees Akylah, Asheria, Brandon, DeAndre, and Antwan to assist with behind-the-scenes footage at the PG-31 fashion show fundraiser for a girls’ youth group. Through Kenwood’s photography and digital media program, in partnership with After School Matters, these talented students earn a stipend while gaining hands-on experience and building their portfolios. This collaboration highlights the power of mentorship and creativity in action. Amazing work, Ryan and team! ?? #Photography #GOGOChicago
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A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make Choose Your Sound: 80s Gala unforgettable! ?? Your unwavering generosity and dedication to our mission have empowered us to continue transforming young lives through music and mentorship. We’re especially grateful to our VIP supporters who contributed $25K and beyond—your investment in our students’ futures is changing lives. Together, we’re creating pathways for youth to thrive, express themselves, and reach their fullest potential. Thank you for helping us build a brighter future, one song at a time! ???? #ChooseYourSound #ThankYou
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We’re just ONE WEEK away from Give Miami Day! ?? Join us on November 21 as we come together to empower Miami’s youth through music, mentorship, and mental wellness. Every dollar raised will help us provide life-changing opportunities for students like these ???? Let’s make a difference together—every bit counts! ???? Bookmark this link and mark your calendars! ?? https://lnkd.in/eBhMBDFp #GiveMiamiDay #GuitarsOverGuns
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Just ONE WEEK away from Early Bird Giving for Give Miami Day 2024! Starting at midnight on Sunday, November 17, you can make a difference by donating early and helping us earn bonus prizes. Every gift you give fuels life-changing support for our young people. Thank you for standing by our kids and championing their future! ???? ?? Here’s how your gift makes an impact: ?? $35 = One hour of mentorship ?? $50 = A ukulele for a young person ?? $100 = An acoustic guitar for a young person ?? $250 = A drum set for a young person ?? $500 = A keyboard for a young person ?? $1,000 = Career coaching for 20 young people ??? $2,500 = Recording session for 10 young people ?? $5,000 = Annual crisis fund support ?? $10,000 = Mental health programming ?? $25,000 = Annual music video ?? $45,000 = A full year of a school program ?? $70,000 = Mentor leadership development and training ?? Help us reach our goal of $150,000 and make a lasting impact. Your support is the rhythm and heart behind every note our kids play. Let’s rock this together! ???? DONATE HERE: https://lnkd.in/eBhMBDFp #GiveMiamiDay #SupportTheFuture #GuitarsOverGuns
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On October 5th, Guitars Over Guns gave 12 students from North Miami a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic behind the scenes of a Marley Brothers sound check at Bayfront Park in Miami. Our students got an exclusive look at what goes into preparing a multimillion-dollar show, from mastering sound to setting up the stage. Redz, the house engineer for the legendary reggae family, shared timeless advice about success in the music industry and even invited us on stage to meet some of the crew! To top it all off, we had the honor of meeting May Mau, a lifelong friend of Bob Marley, who shared personal stories about their journey together. We are beyond grateful to the Marley Brothers, Redz, and their amazing team for this unforgettable experience! Shoutout to our Community Engagement Coordinator J Howard for taking advantage of this opportunity for our students, and our mentors and staff for doing the legwork to make it happen! Check out the full catalogue here: https://lnkd.in/er-pVpSS #Miami #GuitarsOverGuns #MarleyBrothers #BobMarley
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GOGO Community Day was all about connection, creativity, and community spirit, and we’re already excited for next year! Our guest of honor, State Senator Adriane Johnson, a true champion of our Waukegan programs, shared heartfelt reflections on the power of the arts in creating safe, meaningful spaces. She joined Chicago artist Taylor Bennett and Waukegan Programs Manager Jeremy Jervis in a powerful Q&A on childhood influences, artistic expression, and advice for youth on finding success. Bennett brought incredible energy with live performances and even jammed with our Waukegan mentees, who drummed, danced, and sang on stage—pure joy in action! A big shoutout to local groups Leg Room, Media Cosmos, and artist Zion Ari for their amazing performances, our fantastic hosts Big Drew and Robin, our vendors for keeping everyone fueled, and Boys & Girls Club of Lake County for generously hosting us!
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