Guitars Over Guns

What an incredible night at Choose Your Sound: Forever Young 80s Gala! 🎉 Thanks to our amazing supporters, we raised over $850K to fuel life-changing mentorship and music programs for our youth! From inspiring performances by GOGO mentees to honoring Lynne and Nigel Ross and Kevin Perez for their unwavering dedication, it was a night full of love, music, and impact. Special thank you to The Hilton Miami Downtown for taking such great care of all of us. Whether you were there in person or placed a bid online, your support means the world. Here’s to empowering the next generation to find their sound🎸 Click here to find your pictures in our photo gallery by Roberto Mata School of Photography and Manny Hernandez 📸 https://lnkd.in/e_REfvGK 🎥 Adrian Gonzalez #ChooseYourSound #GuitarsOverGuns

Sunday, November 3rd from 1 PM to 4 PM, join us for Guitars Over Guns Community Day at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake County! 🎶 We’re celebrating our expansion into Waukegan with an afternoon of family, food, fun, and music! 🎸 Catch live performances by Taylor Bennett and dope local talent, including our #GOGO young people! We also have the incredible Big Drew & Robin E co-hosting, bringing all the energy to make this event a BIG vibe! We're grateful to Senator Adriane Johnson, who will be making a special appearance to show her support for this important day of building together. This event is open to all and totally FREE! Let’s unite as a community, share our love for music, and support our youth. Can’t wait to see you there! #Waukegan #GuitarsOverGuns #Chicago #Community

🚨 Waukegan, IL: we’re getting for an epic Community Day! Meet us at The Boys and Girls Club of Lake County on Sunday, November 3rd, 1PM - 4PM for a fun-filled day of music, mentorship, and community spirit. 🤗 We’re excited to welcome Senator Johnson, Taylor Bennett, our host Big Drew and some of our incredible Guitars Over Guns and local talent. Expect live performances, free food and some special surprises. 🍔🎸😱 This family-friendly event is open to the public. Let’s come together, celebrate our community, and support the bright future of our youth! 🔥🚀 📍The Boys and Girls Club of Lake County, 730 S Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085 FREE RSVP 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gEkCWaCM #GuitarsOverGuns #CommunityDay #Waukegan #Chicago

It was an absolute honor for GIFFORDS to sponsor the “Choose Your Sound” annual 80s gala in Miami hosted by the incredible Guitars Over Guns . Their impactful work is changing the lives of children and young adults, providing not only a safer and brighter future but empowering them to become leaders of their own success through the arts in Miami, Chicago, New York and soon in Nevada. We are proud to have partnered with Guitar Over Guns in the past and look forward to continuing our support of their mission to inspire the next generation of leaders. I was humbled to be around survivors of gun violence and real life changers MJ and Fred Wright. I felt empowered and inspired to see the most genuine leadership from Chad Bernstein and Brax Tinkler, MSSW. Together, we are creating positive change in our communities, one note at a time. #GuitarOverGuns #ChooseYourSound #YouthEmpowerment #ArtsEducation #EndGunViolence #CommunityImpact

WOW, what an incredible night! Thanks to your generous support, Choose Your Sound raised over $870K and counting for Guitars Over Guns! 🎸🚀 We couldn’t have done it without our amazing community of supporters, mentors, staff, donors, and attendees who came together to empower our youth❤️ Your contributions are making a real impact, helping us continue to provide life-changing opportunities for young people in MIA, CHI, LA & NYC. THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts! Stay tuned for the official recap video! #CHOOSEYOURSOUND #FOREVERYOUNG

🚨 The CYS Silent Auction is LIVE for four more days! 🚨 Bid on incredible items while supporting the mission of Guitars Over Guns 🎸 Here’s more of what’s up for grabs: 🎸 Rock the ’90s: 4 Tickets to The Lithium Experience Relive the 90s with these rock concert tickets! Starting at $100 🧢 Statement Piece: Custom Gallery Dept G-Patch Trucker Cap Bid on this one-of-a-kind handcrafted cap! Starting at $420 💪 Pilates Package: 10 Private Lessons at AVIVA Boost your fitness with 10 one-on-one classes! Starting at $750 🎣 Aboard the CASAMONTE: Luxury Fishing Trip for 6 Sail in style with a private fishing trip for up to 6! Starting at $3,000 🚤 Day on Biscayne Bay: 34’ Intrepid for 8-10 guests Spend 5 hours exploring Biscayne Bay! Starting at $800 🖼️ “From There In Here And In Between” by Zammy Migdal Own this captivating acrylic-on-canvas masterpiece! Starting at $2,000 🎟️ Members Only: Duo Membership at MOCA VIP museum access and perks for 2! Starting at $125 💉 Smooth Moves: Botox Experience by Derm360 Treat yourself with $300 toward expert botox care! Starting at $150 📚 All Access: VIP Pass to the Miami Book Fair VIP entry and exclusive book fair perks! Starting at $350 🏎️ Need for Speed: K1 Thrill Pack for 2 High-speed karting for 2 at K1 Speed! Starting at $75 🎨 Kinetic Karicature: Prince by Mark Diamond Own a dynamic 8”x10” lenticular print of Prince! Starting at $125 Check out these and more exclusive items by visiting the silent auction! Let’s raise funds for the next generation of leaders! https://lnkd.in/eQTU3ynb #ChooseYourSound #SilentAuction #GuitarsOverGuns

This #MentorMonday we highlight our sponsors (and CYS 2022 Honorees) MJ & Fred Wright, who have always generously supported not only our young people, but our Mentors as well! Every year at our Mentor Institute training, we award our Mentors of the Year from each region a Bobblehead lookalike and cash prize, sponsored by Fred and MJ. Thank you! ❤️ Special #shoutout to our award winners of 2024: MJ Donnelly (Miami), Krys Pinto (NY), Alysha Monique (Chicago), and Lucas Lenny (LA) As we gear up for Choose Your Sound: Forever Young 80s Gala, we are excited for a future of empowering more youth and inevitability making the world a little brighter. #ChooseYourSound

Our CYS #SilentAuction is NOW LIVE! 🎉 We’re so excited to kick off our Choose Your Sound Silent Auction with some incredible items! From luxurious escapes to private tastings, this is your chance to win amazing experiences while supporting our mission. Ready to place your bids? Let’s go: https://lnkd.in/eQTU3ynb 🏰Tuscan Royalty: 2 Nights at Castello di Vicarello Experience Tuscany’s beauty in a 12th Century castle, with organic vineyards and chef-prepared meals. Value: $4,000, Starting Bid: $2,000 🧖Escape to Paradise: Your Cove in Crete Unwind in a private pool at Daios Cove in Crete. A 2-night getaway with dinner, breakfast, and pure bliss. Value: $700, Starting Bid: $350 🏞️Reset and Recharge by the Kiawah River Discover serenity with a luxury 2-night stay at The Dunlin in South Carolina, nestled by the Kiawah River. Value: $2,000, Starting Bid: $1,000 🏢Getaway with Almanac: 2-Night Stays in Prague & Vienna Travel through Europe with 2-night stays in the heart of Prague and Vienna. Charm, culture, and comfort await! Value: $1,150, Starting Bid: $575 🛖Cozy Casita: Your Escape to Punta Mita Enjoy 3 nights in luxury at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, Mexico. Ocean views and pure relaxation! Value: $7,500, Starting Bid: $3,900 🐆Safari Serenity: Adventure in Thornybush Discover South Africa's wildlife with a 2-night stay at the Monwana Game Lodge. Game drives and gourmet meals included! Value: $9,000, Starting Bid: $4,500 🍽️Dinner for Two: Dine and Wine at Cooper's Hawk Enjoy a dinner for two paired with a curated wine tasting at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant. Value: $150, Starting Bid: $75 🥃Sip in Style: Don Michael's Award-Winning Whiskey Basket A whiskey lover's dream! Includes a bottle of Single Barrel Black Whiskey, Andean Black Whiskey, and a tumbler. Value: $150, Starting Bid: $75 🍷Private Wine Tasting: Northern Italy Indulge in a private wine tasting for 10 featuring wines from Northern Italy, hosted by Stefano Campanini. Value: $750, Starting Bid: $375 🍷Private Wine Tasting: Southern Italy Explore the flavors of Southern Italy with a private tasting for ten, led by wine expert Stefano Campanini. Value: $750, Starting Bid: $375

This Wellness Wednesday as we prepare to celebrate World Mental Health Day tomorrow, we’re proud to highlight the impact of trauma and the journey toward healing. Trauma can shape how people see themselves and their world, but through music, mentorship, and safe spaces, we help youth find empowerment. Special shoutout to our Mental Health and Wellness Director, Natasha Santana-Viera, for providing this powerful insight and guidance to help our community heal and grow. Together, we are creating a supportive environment where our young people can thrive. #WorldMentalHealthDay #GuitarsOverGuns #CommunityHealing #WellnessWednesday

Join us on Sunday, November 3rd at the Boys and Girls Club of Lake County in Waukegan for a Guitars Over Guns Community Day, where we celebrate the expansion of our GOGO culture and get to know our new family in Lake County! Get ready for a day of family, food, fun,and to come together as a community through music and mentorship. RSVP today! 📍 730 S Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085 🕐 November 3, 2024 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 🍔 Free hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, and drinks 🚗 Parking: Street parking 👨👩👧👦 FREE & open to the public– bring your family and friends! #CommunityDay #GuitarsOverGuns #ChicagoMusic #Waukegan