Musical Instrument Drop Off Locations are truly an Instrumental and necessary part of our program.
In a continuing effort to eliminate unnecessary shipping charges, and as a service to potential donors, we have established a nationwide network of Authorized Musical Instrument Drop Off Locations.
To register as a potential Drop Off Location simply fill out the form below.
For IRS purposes, Businesses may include their participation as a Charitable Contribution (to the extent as allowed by law.)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What Type of Business can be an Authorized Location ? ANY and all Businesses and Non profits my apply.
Can I require donors to call in advance before donating ? Yes, We can indicate that your location requires advance notice
How many Instruments can I expect to receive ? Typically only about (1) One Instrument every (6) Six months
How much Storage Space do I need ? Very little. Most donations are Flutes and Clarinets. No Pianos
How long do I need to store the Instrument ? Instruments are picked up within (1) One week of receipt.
For How Long will I be a designated Drop Off Location ? You may Drop Out of the program at Anytime you like.
I'm part of a large chain, can I invite the other Stores to participate ? Yes you can, but be prepared to receive a Great Deal of Free Publicity.
Can I insist up front that I will do it on a Trial Basis only ? Yes, you most certainly can. No Problem
What if I have additional questions that are not listed above ? Call the Hot Line @ 586-808-7445, or ask in the Comments section
As indicted in a feature article of the Industrial Engineer Institute magazine:
the Charity Music organization strives to increase the number of instruments given away without necessarily having more resources at their disposal.
"Our whole program is based on cost avoidance," Fachini notes. "Some people think it's overkill, but everything we do is from a project management standpoint and a scheduling standpoint"
