COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — NBC4 is proud to partner with Music Columbus for the Gift of Music student instrument drive from May 10 to May 18, 2025.
This initiative provides local students with musical instruments and accessories, ensuring they have access to music education and creative development. Central Ohio residents are encouraged to donate gently used instruments that may be collecting dust in their homes and give the gift of music to students in need.
New for 2025, the event has moved from August to May to ensure that instruments reach students earlier in the school year, giving them more time to engage in music programs. NBC4’s Kerry Charles and Storm Team 4 Meteorologist Ben Gelber will be the NBC4 spokespersons for this charitable event focused on youth and music.
There are 12 convenient drop-off locations throughout Columbus. Details on locations and collection hours can be found at GiftofMusic.info.
GIFT OF MUSIC INSTRUMENT DRIVE
May 10 – May 18
12 Drop-off Locations Across Columbus
Locations and info: www.GiftofMusic.info
The Gift of Music is an initiative by Music Columbus that collects gently used musical instruments and equipment for City and Charter school students in Central Ohio. This campaign helps ensure young musicians have the tools to explore their creativity and develop their musical talents.
“We believe every student should have access to music education,” said Bruce Garfield, Executive Director of Music Columbus. “By moving the drive to May, we’re able to get instruments into students’ hands earlier in the school year, helping them start their music journey on the right note.”
For those who do not have an instrument to donate, financial contributions are also welcome to support the initiative at GiftofMusic.info.
2025 Drop-off locations:
Music Go Round (Bethel)
2630 Bethel Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43220
Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.
Music Go Round (Gahanna)
1329 Stoneridge Dr., Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.
Musicologie (Dublin)
6375 Shier Rings Rd., Dublin, Ohio 43016
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Musicologie (Gahanna)
960 N Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Musicologie (Grandview)
1400 W 3rd Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43212
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Musicologie (Lewis Center)
8468 Cotter St., Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Musicologie (Westerville)
1190 County Line Rd, Westerville, Ohio 43081
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Music Royale
480 W Olentangy St., Powell, Ohio 43065
Monday through Thursday, Noon to 8 p.m.
Friday, Noon to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.
School of Rock (Columbus)
949 W 3rd Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43212
Friday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.