At FG4K, we not only believe music is one of the greatest gifts we’ve been given, but also that the opportunity to play, compose or perform songs is one that every child should be afforded; and it is our goal to do just that! We believe that putting an instrument into the hands of a kid does not go far enough to ensure that the child receives the full benefit of an instrument.
FG4K will seek out partner organizations across the country to help ensure kids receive lessons, but more importantly, mentorship! We want these kids to thrive and the guitar is an instrument towards that goal! Nonprofit organizations across the country can apply to bring FG4K to their organization.
Click below to fill out a brief form to apply to partner with Free Guitars 4 Kids! We will be in touch with you to discuss your request!
Benjamin Dudley brings a blend of leadership, nonprofit expertise, and a deep love for music to his role as Executive Director of Free Guitars 4 Kids. Growing up in Amarillo, Texas, Ben’s early love for music began in the Baptist church, where he first learned to play guitar and lead others in song. That passion for music has been a constant thread throughout his life.
After earning a degree from Baylor University and a Master’s in Global Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary, Ben spent over a decade working as a pastor and leader in various nonprofit roles. His journey took him from serving youth in after-school programs to leading Positive Coaching Alliance’s efforts to foster positive environments in youth sports. These experiences honed his skills in creating programs that inspire and uplift young people.
In addition to his nonprofit work, Ben enjoys making music of his own as part of his solo project, The One and The Only, which reflects his love for vintage sounds and timeless melodies. His passion for music is as much a personal endeavor as it is a professional mission.
Now, at FG4K, Ben is dedicated to helping kids discover the joys of music by putting guitars into the hands of children in underserved communities. His mission is to ensure every child has the opportunity to experience the life-changing power of music, just as he did.
When he’s not working to make a difference at FG4K or making music, Ben enjoys spending time with his wife, Jamie, and their two sons, Nolan and Griffin, in Portland, Oregon.
Christina Garber brings her 15 years of experience leading teams in the nonprofit world to her role as Communications Manager at Free Guitars 4 Kids. With a passion for creativity and connection, she’s dedicated to sharing the stories of young musicians and raising awareness for the life-changing power of music.
From working with athletes in the National Women’s Soccer League to championing nonprofit causes, Christina has a knack for bringing people together. At FG4K, she’s excited to help kids discover their love for guitar and turn up the volume on their dreams.
Known for her persistence, creativity, and sense of humor, Christina is all about making a positive impact—one guitar at a time.
Composer/Producer/Author/Bike-o-holic/Guitar-Giver
From small town punk, playing in a garage band with his Fender amp cranked to eleven—stomping on his wah-fuzz pedal, to becoming the Jingle King of Minneapolis, Terry has written and produced thousands of pieces of music for TV commercials…from Target to McDonalds, Pepsi to Perkins, Harleys to Hondas, and Golden Grahams to Billy Graham. After writing over 1000 commercials, scoring films, and writing for TV shows, he decided to take a break from the music biz and tried his hand at writing words. He wrote a book called Blue Collar God/White Collar God. (Thomas Nelson, 2001) He followed that with two more published books, Surprise Me, (Nav Press, 2005) and Be the Surprise (Nav Press, 2008). He recently finished his first novel, JE2US, to be released in the next year—hopefully.
Terry, a certified bike-o-holic, started a non-profit in 2010 called Free Bikes 4 Kidz, and has given away over 120,000 bicycles to kids in need. He holds the Guinness World Record for most bikes collected in one day—nearly 10,000! FB4K is now active in 17 cities with a goal of being in 100 cities and 1,000,000 bikes given away in the next five years. Recently Terry co-founded a new non-profit, Free Guitars 4 Kids, where he hopes to duplicate the success he has had with bikes, putting old guitars in young hands.
Terry lives in Minneapolis, and when he’s not traveling and speaking, he’s hanging out at home with his wife, Mary, and riding his bike with his eight grandkids.
Damon is a high energy individual with an entrepreneurial bent which he has applied to music, digital visual entertainment, and special format film content and technologies. He co-founded OneMusic (the world’s first internet and CD production music library – sold to BMG for a 40 X return to investors), and co-founded FreeGuitars4Kids, a 501(c)3 non-profit that is dedicated to putting tens of thousands of guitars into the hands of underserved youth.
Danielson is a Silicon Valley investor and early-stage company catalyst and adviser. Danielson has a track record of creating, funding, and managing fast growing venture capital-backed companies focused in the music and digital entertainment sectors.
In addition to being a Corporate VP of Business Development for Sony, President of Ridewerks (which IPO’d), CEO of Silicon Entertainment (successfully sold), Damon was the startup CEO of Zero Motorcycles (the world’s leading electric motorcycle brand), and investor and a co-founder of VuSpex (a video inspection solution for government and
construction sectors). Currently Damon is an active Song Writer/Composer (PKA WaxFeet) creates Chillhop and Lofi Hip Hop electronic music. WaxFeet’s lush sonic vibes sit somewhere between J Dilla and Ta-ku with their easy riding, high-flying
electronica marinated in neoclassical melodies and Lofi Hip Hop grooves. In January of 2021 WaxFeet dropped his latest album “Blues and Pinks”, complimented by fantastical and dream-like self-created and directed video. The release has received favorable reviews and is widely distributed on all of the significant streamers. The album follows
his November 2020 eponymously titled EP “WaxFeet”, also found on all major streamers. WaxFeet is currently working on his third album and creating, directing and producing new videos for several upcoming single releases.
Mr. Ferry is owner of J. Neal Ferry Business Consulting. where he specializes in employing methodology to provide goal-oriented, process driven improvements via internal changes to make existing revenue accretive. The processes identifies and executes against measurable milestones to ensure that all aspects of a given area of needed improvement will be completed successfully. Mr. Ferry is driven and motivated by results. He finds methods with internal organizational resources to achieve needed improvements. Mr. Ferry has repeatedly worked with businesses to expand gross margins, lower costs, and increase revenue. He engages with businesses across many industries, including building construction, real estate remodeling, water treatment and filtration, pipeline construction, property management, and heavy civil construction, among others. Prior to the creation of his consulting firm, he held several positions at Astec Industries and Peter Kiewit Sons Inc.. Mr. Ferry also serves on several corporate boards.
