For a musician, their instruments are their livelihood and essential to earning a living.

Gibson guitars and the Guitar Center have joined forces via Gibson Gives and The Guitar Center Music Foundation to offer aid to musicians who have lost their homes and instruments in the California wildfires aid and new instruments to replace those that were lost.

AlphaTheta/Pioneer, Audio-Technica, DW, Eastman, ESP Guistars, Hoshino Ibanez Guitars/TAMA Drums), JBL Professional, C. F. Martin & Co., Pearl Drums, Remo Inc., Roland, Saga, Schecter Guitar Research, Shure, Sony Music, Universal Audio, Vater Percussion, Yamaha, and the Avedis Zildjian Co are among the companies contributing to aid musicians with new instruments and gear.

Musicians who have lost instruments and gear in the wildfires may apply for a one time grant now through February 28.  Proof of loss may be required.

The NAMM Foundation who will be holding their annual show January 23-25 at the Anaheim Convention Center is accepting donations to aid musical victims of the wildfires.  Any attendee who makes a contribution of at least $35 will also receive a special edition GCMF branded t-shirt, tote bag, or hat.

Global Executive Director of Gibson Gives Erica Krusen spoke on the efforts saying, “we are devastated by the recent fires that have deeply affected our artist communities and the places they call home. In response, we are committed to providing impactful support to help rebuild and heal. We understand the powerful role music plays in the healing process, and we will continue to stand with our community, using the strength of music to bring hope and recovery.”

Executive Director of The Guitar Center Music Foundation Myka Miller added, “I am deeply grateful to see such an outpouring of support from everyone coming together to assist musicians who have tragically lost their instruments in the fire. This collective effort is not just about replacing instruments; it’s about restoring the power of music in people’s lives-a vital source of healing, renewal, and strength as they navigate the journey of rebuilding their lives and communities.”

NAMM president and CEO John Mlynczak noted, “we are overwhelmed and deeply appreciative of the generosity from our music industry. NAMM and The NAMM Foundation are collaborating closely with NAMM Members to unify all efforts and maximize relief efforts for the those impacted by the LA Wildfires.”