Sharing the healing power of music

With our Veterans impacted by PTSD and other service-related trauma.

Sharing the Healing power of
music with our Veterans

Guitars for Vets (G4V) serves at-risk United States Veterans impacted by PTSD and other service-related trauma. Through our unique, 10-week structured guitar instruction program, we put the healing power of music in the hands of our nation’s heroes, helping to foster renewal, connection and community.

GUITARS FOR FREE TO MILITARY Veterans

Our weekly private guitar lessons are individually tailored. They’re designed to help Veterans learn at their own pace, while accommodating any physical and/or emotional challenges. After completing 10 lessons, each Veteran is presented with a new acoustic guitar, gig bag, strap, tuner, strings, picks, method book and a certificate of completion. Individual chapters also organize monthly group sessions, where Veterans experience a supportive, communal atmosphere surrounded by peers who understand their experiences. During these sessions, Veterans can connect, talk, play music with other program participants and explore their musical interests.

40 States

with The Help of Hundreds of Volunteers

All G4V lessons and guitars are provided to Veterans free of charge. Demand for our programming continues to rise and though virtually all resources go directly into programming and guitars, we sadly cannot help every qualified applicant because funding is limited. So, we’re asking you to take a stand.

FIND A CHAPTER
GUITARS FOR VETS CHAPTERS

Below is a map of our chapters. To contact a local chapter coordinator, please click on the location closest to you where you can find their email address.

If you are a Veteran looking to enroll into the Guitars for Vets program at a local chapter, please email the coordinator closest to you about your interest. Each chapter is located within different departments and facilities that may have a unique admission process.

PURCHASE MERCHANDISE OR
OTHER SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Individuals can support Guitars for Vets by purchasing merchandise from our online store. The funds generated from merchandise sales go directly towards providing free guitar lessons and instruments to Veterans in need. By buying items such as t-shirts, hats, and accessories, supporters not only show their solidarity with our brave servicemen and women but also contribute towards meaningful therapy and healing opportunities for those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

HELP BRING OUR HEROES PEACE

Send Checks To:
Guitars for Vets Processing Center
13400 Bishops Ln Suite 120
Brookfield, WI 53005

Stories of Strength

From Veterans, to volunteers, to supporters, everyone has a unique story of how Guitars for Vets has impacted their lives. Explore these stories as a compelling reminder of the importance of supporting our Veterans and providing them with the resources they need to thrive after their service.

Sharing the healing power of music