Helping Children With Disabilities

Melrose, MA (June 30, 2009) In support of Raising The Blues Raising Abilities Program, Hohner, Inc. today donated two electric guitars (shown below) and two Laney practice amps. The Raising Abilities Program identifies students with unique life challenges who have an interest in learning to play guitar. Raising The Blues, Ltd. works with community & corporate partners to obtain instruments and identify instructors to provide introductory lessons. "Being able to give these kids such high quality instruments not only increases their chances of success, it sends a clear message that we believe in their ability to succeed," said Ruth Atherton, Founder of Raising The Blues, Ltd. "The generosity of instrument makers, such as Hohner, Inc. enables us to offer these children an opportunity they might otherwise never have. We can not thank them enough. These two beautiful guitars already have a home awaiting them."

Please visit raisingtheblues.org for more information.