January 05, 2026 I Philanthropy
Gibson Gives Reports Milestone Year of Giving
Students at Margaret Allen Middle School in Nashville, Tennessee, receive a piano from Gibson Gives.
Gibson together with its philanthropic division Gibson Gives, has reflected on its milestone year of giving in 2025. This milestone marks its 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,” said 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 more than $5.3 million-plus 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.
