My Nonprofit Reviews

My daughter and I have been involved with Giving Songs for the past several years. This small, all-volunteer grassroots nonprofit was founded by a mom and dad after their son was born nine years ago with profound disabilities. Instead of being swallowed by their situation, they have chosen to help others walking in the same shoes. I have the utmost respect for Brent and Jaime and their mission.

What does the organization do? Giving Songs helps families with legally blind, multi-disabled children by providing vehicle grants for wheelchair-accessible vans.

How does it raise money? Working with 80+ local musicians and a professional recording studio in Plymouth, MI, Giving Songs has released three compilation CDs with a fourth in the works. In addition to the CDs being for sale at local events (they hold an annual fundraising event with lots of live music), all songs can be downloaded from their website (givingsongs.org). Donations may also be made on the website.

This is a great organization to consider working with - whether you are looking to donate money, volunteer your time or make an in-kind donation. If you're a professional musician, please consider donating your talents and recording a cover song for Giving Songs. I promise that your efforts will be greatly appreciated!