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The Nashville African American Wind Symphony (NAAWS) invites you to donate gently used band and orchestral instruments to help expand access to music education and performance across our community.
Not every talented musician owns their own instrument.
Your in-kind gift helps us:
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Support NAAWS ensemble members who may not currently have access to personal instruments but are eager to perform and grow.
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Equip middle and high school students participating in our Youth Honor Band experiences.
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Assist graduating seniors and college-bound music majors who have the passion and acceptance letters but not yet the resources to secure their own instruments.
An instrument sitting unused in your home could be the very tool that unlocks someone’s musical future. Your in-kind donation is more than an instrument, it’s an investment in equity, access, and artistic excellence.
Together, we ensure that talent, not circumstance, determines who gets to take the stage.
Instruments We Accept
Flute
Bassoon
Clarinet
Alto, Tenor, Baritone Saxophone
Bass Clarinet
Oboe
Woodwinds
Trumpet
French Horn
Trombone
Euphonium
Bass Clarinet
Tuba
Brass
Percussion
Snare drums
Bass drums
Bells, Xylophone & Marimba
Auxiliary percussion
Also Accepted
Mouthpieces
Instrument cases
Music stands
Instrument accessories
Instruments do not need to be new — quality and playability matter most.
How to Donate
Step 1
Tell Us What You’re Donating
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Complete the Instrument Donation Form so our team can review your item and coordinate next steps.
Step 2:
Drop-Off or Ship
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Once approved, you’ll receive instructions for:
Local drop-off
(Nashville area)
Shipping options
(if donating from outside the area)
We’ll confirm receipt and ensure your instrument is placed where it’s most needed.
Step 3:
Make an Impact
Your instrument will be cleaned, evaluated, and distributed to support students and programs aligned with NAAWS’s educational mission.
Tax Deductible Donations
NAAWS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All approved instrument donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
A donation acknowledgment letter can be provided upon request.