#MakeMoreMusic

Educating and uplifting the next generation of musicians.

About

Established in 2022, the Make More Music Foundation provides access to music education by: providing scholarships for musical instruction, donating musical instruments & equipment, hosting community concert programs, and facilitating access to performance & educational opportunities.

Our Programs

The Shirley & Gary Rupert Memorial Scholarship Fund

Our memorial scholarship funds tuition to private music lessons, group music classes, and ensemble & performance opportunities for underserved youth.

Applications for our next round of scholarships open April 1st, 2026. Full info & applications here.

Instrument Donations & Placements

The Make More Music Foundation accepts donations of instruments in good and usable condition, as well as purchases new instruments to be distributed and placed with young musicians in need.

Learn more about donating an instrument here.

Community Concert Programs

We curate, produce, and host diverse, enriching, and educational musical performances for the San Francisco Bay Area community.

Our Partners

Learn about & apply to become an approved partner here.