In-Kind & Instrument Donations

Donate an instrument to Crowden

Thank you for considering Crowden as the future home of your beloved instrument.

All in-kind donations must be approved for acceptance by Crowden before being dropped off.

Please complete the Instrument Donation Form to begin the donation process. See below for items Crowden does and does not accept before reaching out.

Questions and special considerations can be directed to development@crowden.org.

String Instruments

Crowden warmly welcomes donations of string instruments, including violin, viola, cello, and double bass.

What we accept

String instruments in all conditions
- Playable instruments for student use
- Non-playable instruments that may be repurposed for educational or artistic projects
- High value instruments for sale at auction
Bows (with or without instrument) of “Good” or better condition
Instrument cases (with or without instrument) of “Great” or better condition

What to submit

To be considered, please complete the Instrument Donation Form (above) and include:
- Photos of the instrument
- Make and model
- Approximate age (if known)
- Condition and maintenance history

All string instrument donations are reviewed and are accepted based on Crowden’s current needs.

Pianos

We are grateful for the generosity of individuals who wish to support Crowden through the donation of a piano.

Because student use requires instruments that meet specific performance standards, Crowden does not accept pianos directly into our inventory (except under special consideration).

How the process works

Pianos submitted for consideration are reviewed by Piedmont Piano Company
They determine whether the instrument is suitable for resale or, in rare cases, adding to Crowden’s collection
If eligible, Piedmont Piano will:
- Schedule a viewing
- Arrange piano movers
- Manage the sale
- Donate the proceeds to Crowden

What to submit

To be considered, please complete the Instrument Donation Form (above) and include:
- Photos of the instrument
- Make and model
- Approximate age (if known)
- Condition and maintenance history

What Crowden Does Not Accept

Brass instruments
Woodwind instruments
Percussion instruments
General sheet music collections (In rare cases, Crowden may accept items with clear historical value, such as annotated scores by notable musicians, rare or out-of-print editions, or materials directly connected to Crowden’s history.)
Audio/visual media formats (including VHS tapes, CDs, vinyl records, cassette tapes, DVDs)