Gibson, the iconic instrument brand, together with its philanthropic division Gibson Gives, celebrates a historic year of giving in 2025. This milestone underscores their unwavering commitment to expanding global access to music through education, health, and wellness programs, as well as initiatives that empower and inspire youth.
“The impact Gibson Gives has made this year is nothing short of extraordinary” says Erica Krusen, Global Executive Director of Gibson Gives. “This year proved that when music meets purpose, the results are powerful. Thanks to the generosity of our artists, partners, and supporters, we expanded our reach, deepened our impact, and turned compassion into action, using music as a catalyst for lasting positive change around the world.”
In 2025 alone, Gibson Gives donated 2,445 guitars, bringing the total to more than 16,000 guitars gifted since the foundation’s inception. The organization enabled over $5.3 million+ in funding for key organizations through product donations and meaningful giving, with a retail value of $2,489,541 in donated products this year. Additionally, Gibson Gives awarded more than $401,000 in cash grants to partner organizations and assisted 301 organizations globally.
Scholarship support also grew significantly, with 27 Gibson Gives scholarships totaling $139,000. These continued efforts reflect Gibson Gives’ commitment to advancing music education and supporting musicians worldwide.
Above: Tyson Ritter of The All-American Rejects painting guitars with patients at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in partnership with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.
In 2025, Gibson Gives contributed more than $1 million to Los Angeles wildfire relief, partnering with Music Rising, MusiCares, and the Guitar Center Music Foundation to provide instruments to individuals and humanitarian aid to organizations in need.
Beyond donations, Gibson Gives strengthened its presence through strategic partnerships and events. Its participation at all Vans Warped Tour dates generated over $10,000 in donations and amplified visibility through artist collaborations with mgk, Mayday Parade, The All-American Rejects, Mod Sun, Hawthorne Heights, and Rise Against.
Since its inception, Gibson Gives has raised over $5.6 million+ and enabled $57.8 million in funding for music education and wellness initiatives worldwide. 100% of donations go directly to giving the gift of music.
For more information or to donate directly to Gibson Gives, visit: www.gibsongives.org.
Above: Erica Krusen, Global Executive Director of Gibson Gives, presents a Gibson Gives donation of $40,000 in instruments and cash at the Woody Guthrie Prize celebration in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Credit: Jay Blakesberg.
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About Gibson Gives:
For over 130 years, the iconic and leading American instrument brand Gibson has been shaping sound across generations and genres. Gibson, and its charitable non-profit division Gibson Gives, believe in the power of music and that getting instruments into the hands of those with a desire to make music is a life-changing event. Gibson Gives–a 501(c)(3), is committed to making the world a better place by supporting non-profit organizations and developing programs in our efforts to advance musicians through music education, and health and wellness initiatives worldwide. 100% of all donations to and from Gibson Gives go towards giving the gift of music. In the last five years, Gibson Gives has raised over $5.6 million+ and enabled $57.8 million in funding for key organizations through product donations and meaningful giving worldwide. For more information, visit: www.gibsongives.org.
About Gibson:
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effect pedals. Gibson is dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by all Gibson brands. Explore more at Gibson.com, Gibson App, and on Gibson TV, follow us on Instagram, X andFacebook, and visit us at the Gibson Garage Nashville and the Gibson Garage London.