Beacon’s Music Monday program receives gift from local Music for Minors organization
The Beacon of Hope’s beloved Music Monday program has received a transformative gift that promises to expand its reach and deepen its impact. A generous donation of musical instruments and seed funding from Music for Minors, a nonprofit based in Collier County, will allow the program to grow, repair existing instruments and continue offering free music education to local children.
After 15 years of dedicated service to the youth of Collier and Lee counties, Music for Minors is closing its doors. Throughout its tenure, the organization provided instruments on loan and music lessons to children who otherwise might not have had access.
While saddened by the nonprofit’s closure, the Beacon of Hope is honored to carry forward its mission of making music accessible to all.
“We are humbled to be entrusted with this legacy,” said Warren and Greg VanKirk, founders of the Music Monday program. “Many of our instruments were personally owned and lost during Hurricane Ian. This donation ensures we can continue sharing the joy of music every Monday evening.”
The Music Monday sessions are held weekly from 6-7 p.m. at the Center of Excellence. The community is warmly invited to attend, experience the revitalized program and see the newly donated instruments in action.
The Beacon of HOPE is at 5090 Doug Taylor Circle, St. James City. For additional information, contact the Beacon at 239-283-5123 or email ncote@beaconofhopepineisland.com.