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Instruments of Joy

Non Profit Organization equipping aspiring musicians in need with quality musical instruments. Found This is what Instruments of Joy is all about.

On a short-term missions trip to Malawi, Instruments of Joy founder Joshua MacLeod visited a dilapidated orphanage where he met an orphan named Christian. Christian was a young musician with immense musical talent, but no instrument. He had fashioned a guitar from a gas can and a block of wood and was using it to bring joy and hope through music. As Joshua listened to him play and watched the joy

that he brought into the room, he thought about the three guitars in his bonus room back home collecting dust. What would this young musician be capable of if he had a quality musical instrument? With this thought, Joshua decided to start a ministry that would equip musicians in need with musical instruments. Through Instruments of Joy, Christian was given a quality guitar. This gift was only the beginning and now orphans and aspiring musicians all over the world are being equipped with quality musical instruments. Imagine a school, church or entire community without any musical instruments! For much of the developing world, this is the reality. There are many organizations that fight poverty by providing clean water, food and clothing. These services are needed and life-changing, but a community without music is lacking much more than a first-world-minded person may realize. At Instruments of Joy we are focused on a very specific task: to bring hope and joy through music, equipping musicians and healing souls.

08/24/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1782 was provided to the girls at Corporación Sirviendo con Amor in Pereira, Colombia.

The girls at Corporación Sirviendo con Amor are rebuilding their lives after experiencing difficult circumstances, and music is becoming part of that journey. Many are picking up a guitar for the first time, discovering a new way to learn, express themselves, and build confidence. This guitar gives them the chance to keep growing together through music under the care and encouragement of Lorena and the team.

08/20/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1777 was provided to students at Compassionate Hope Foundation in the Philippines.

This violin is shared by several students in Compassionate Hope Foundation's music program, many of whom are learning an instrument for the first time. Through lessons, group practice, and performances, students gain confidence and discover new ways to express themselves. This violin gives more young musicians the chance to learn, grow, and make music together.

08/17/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1522 was provided to Leandro in Amazonas, Brazil.

Leandro and his wife travel between remote communities along the Solimões River, often spending hours by boat to reach the people they serve. Music is an important part of how they connect with others, but having the right instrument for that work was a challenge. Now Leandro has a guitar he can take with him as he visits communities, builds relationships, and shares music along the way.

08/13/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1498 was provided to Margorie in Mexico.

Margorie is a student at Misión de Caridad, where music is becoming part of daily chapel for the first time. Many students had never had the opportunity to learn instruments at home because of poverty. This cajon is now helping students like Margorie learn rhythm, lead in chapel, and grow in music together.

08/10/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1388 was provided to Rahul in India.

Rahul lost both of his parents at a young age and grew up overcoming the challenges of a speech impediment. Music became a way for him to express himself when words were difficult, and the guitar became his voice. Now Rahul has a quality guitar of his own, allowing him to keep growing as a musician while building confidence for the future.

08/03/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1688 was provided to Asly in the Dominican Republic.

Asly is a saxophonist originally from Haiti who has remained committed to learning, even when he could only practice with a borrowed instrument. Owning a saxophone was simply out of reach, but he never gave up on his goal of becoming a better musician. Now Asly has a saxophone of his own, allowing him to keep playing, support local events, and continue working toward his dream of one day teaching music to children and young people.

07/30/2026

Instruments of Joy gifts were provided to Fernando and Dany in Mexico.

Fernando is part of the current music team, and Dany is learning with the goal of joining him. With multiple gatherings each week, there were not enough instruments to support both playing and training. These guitars now make it possible to grow the team and develop new musicians.

07/28/2026

This delivery partner went above and beyond to get a couple of instruments to Tanzania! This is Wayne with Mission Journeys. He drove several hours to pick up these instruments before his trip and purchased a keyboard case. We are excited to see these in the hands of musicians in need soon!

07/27/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1798 was provided to Tanwa in Bolivia.

When Tanwa arrived at Remember Nhu three years ago, he had never played an instrument. After learning from other students in the home, he quickly discovered a love for guitar and has grown into a strong guitarist. This guitar now gives him an instrument of his own to continue developing a gift that has become an important part of his life.

07/23/2026

Instruments of Joy gift #1657 was provided to Joe in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

Joe is a young leader who enjoys making music and is always looking for ways to contribute to his community. He wanted to learn guitar and become more involved with the music team, but did not have an instrument of his own. Now Joe has a guitar he can practice on regularly as he continues developing his skills as a musician.

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Nashville, TN

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+16156400986

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http://instrumentsofjoy.org/

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