Guitars for Glory Inc
Guitars for Glory Inc is a private foundation based in Rochester, New York. It supports access to guitars and other musical instruments, along with music and worship programs.
Guitars for Glory Inc at a glance
In short: Guitars for Glory Inc gave $5K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $475.455), top state New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,230
- -15.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- -26.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $475
- +15.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $300
- Total assets
- $17,112
- +49.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (41% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Guitars for Glory Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 127 Commodore Pkwy, Rochester, NY 14625-2029
Phone: (585) 507-5519
Website: https://www.guitarsforglory.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Guitars for Glory Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Brad and Rebekah ($1K). Together the top 2 received $2K.
Organizations only. It also paid 9 grants to individuals ($3,530), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
78 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 78 grants of 78 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The website describes work with communities around the world. In 2024, grant dollars went to recipients in New York (41%), Arizona (21%), Tennessee (11%), California (11%), and Arkansas (10%). The itemized grants also included recipients in Indiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Guitars for Glory Inc gives
- Giving fell 75% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2024) to $21K (2021). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $5K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brad and Rebekah Peoria, AZ | to donate guitars to people in need | $1,100 |
| 9 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $3,530 |
| Cornerstone Christian Academy Brockport, NY | to donate guitars to people in need | $600 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,112 | $47,599 | $41,973 | $5,230 | 11 | $5,230 |
| 2023 | $11,486 | $35,608 | $35,867 | $6,200 | 15 | $6,200 |
| 2022 | $11,745 | $17,725 | $27,270 | $7,400 | 15 | $7,400 |
| 2021 | $21,290 | $25,970 | $28,986 | $20,700 | 18 | $20,700 |
| 2020 | $24,306 | $32,672 | $22,965 | $14,000 | 19 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Guitars for Glory’s stated aim is to put guitars and other instruments in the hands of churches, schools, missionaries, and orphanages, with the hope of enhancing music experiences and building up worship leaders. Its website reports that it has sent 1,215 guitars in 48 countries.
The organization’s 2024 filing describes direct charitable activities that include donating instruments to churches, schools, and other organizations for music programs and worship activities, and providing training for worship pastors and music teachers. In 2024, it gave $600 to Cornerstone Christian Academy in Brockport, New York. The academy describes its mission as providing a Christ-centered pre-K through grade 12 education and meeting students’ academic needs.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Guitars for Glory reported 11 grants totaling $5,230. Grant amounts ranged from $230 to $1,100, with a median grant of $300. The largest grant was $1,100 to individual recipients in Arizona. Other notable grants included $700 to individual recipients in New York, $600 to individual recipients in California, and $600 to Cornerstone Christian Academy in Brockport, New York. The listed grant purposes were to donate guitars to people in need.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jeffrey Roeters and Jonathan Capuano as directors.
Guitars for Glory Inc's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeffrey Roeters
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Capuano
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Joshua Cowell (2020–2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Guitars for Glory Inc
How much does Guitars for Glory Inc give each year?
Guitars for Glory Inc gave $5K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $6K across 15 grants.
What is Guitars for Glory Inc's typical grant size?
Guitars for Glory Inc's median grant in 2024 was $300, and its average grant was $475, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Guitars for Glory Inc give grants?
Guitars for Glory Inc's top state is New York, with 41% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Arizona (21%) and Tennessee (11%).
Does Guitars for Glory Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Guitars for Glory Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Donate Guitars to People in Need" (10 grants).
How large is Guitars for Glory Inc?
Guitars for Glory Inc reported $17K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $48K.
What does Guitars for Glory Inc fund?
Guitars for Glory’s stated aim is to put guitars and other instruments in the hands of churches, schools, missionaries, and orphanages, with the hope of enhancing music experiences and building up worship leaders. Its website reports that it has sent 1,215 guitars in 48 countries. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Guitars for Glory Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Guitars for Glory Inc's EIN?
Guitars for Glory Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4748964. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Guitars for Glory Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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