There are so many organizations doing good in the world. Here are a few that I support and am passionate about.
Musically Fed is a non-profit that works to mobilize the music industry in the fight against hunger, founded by industry veteran Maria Brunner. They work with artists, promoters, management, and venues nationwide to donate unused, backstage meals to community organizations comprised of at least 50% veterans and who focus on feeding the homeless, hungry, and food insecure.
www.musicallyfed.org
Furniture Sharehouse provides free furniture to economically disadvantaged individuals and families living in Westchester County, giving them the basic household furnishings that enable them to rebuild their lives and live with dignity.
www.furnituresharehouse.org
Doors of Change has been transforming the lives of homeless youth in San Diego since 2001.
www.doorsofchange.org
Do It For The Love is a wish-granting nonprofit organization, started by Michael Franti, that brings people living with life-threatening illnesses, children with severe challenges and wounded veterans to live concerts and experience the healing power of music.
www.doitforthelove.org
The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation keeps music alive in our schools by donating musical instruments to under-funded music programs, and vital support services to school districts nationwide, giving economically-disadvantaged youth access to the many benefits of music education.
www.mhopus.org
The CITYPAK Project was founded by philanthropist & music industry veteran Ron Kaplan to provide useful, high-quality backpacks for the homeless.
www.citypak.org
Afya’s mission is to improve global health by rescuing surplus medical supplies and delivering them to underserved health systems around the world. They respond to natural disasters, international conflicts, and in response to Covid-19, they are delivering vital medical supplies and PPE to New York heathcare workers, Native American communities in the West and vulnerable populations worldwide.
www.afyafoundation.orgg