MUSIC
CHANGES
LIVES.
WHO WE ARE
Our Story:
Global Creation Foundation began in 2024 after founder Seth Kaser visited a refugee camp in Uganda and met students who had experienced deep trauma but had a powerful hunger to learn music. With no access to instruments or teachers, their need for music education was obvious.
That same year, GCF launched our first Trauma-Informed Music Education (TIME) program in Uganda.
Since then, the work has expanded to six countries, using donated instruments and simple video lessons to train teachers and bring healing, growth, and creative expression to kids in underserved communities around the world.
Our Mission:
“Music Changes Lives.”
We believe that every child deserves to use music as a tool for healing, growth, and creative expression. So we bring TIME music education all around the world.
Our Vision:
A world where every child, no matter their circumstances, has access to music and the arts as tools for healing, growth, and creative expression.
PROGRAMS
Our programs bring Trauma-Informed Music Education (TIME) to children around the world.
This is a world wide musical movement!
Instruments Donated
150+
Students Reached
500+
Program Countries
6
UGANDA
Our pilot ukulele program launched in Uganda back in 2024 with just 10 instruments and a iphone filmed video-based curriculum.
Now, over 200+ children are learning music for the first time in two different region.
More than 10+ teachers in those regions have been raised up and trained.
Our students performed at UNICEF World Children's Day in 2024 and were featured on national Ugandan television.
Our goal for this program is to continue with a structured, sustainable, and growing program that will expand through the whole country of Uganda!
PERU
“The Voice Of My Heart”
A program launched in partnership with Likewise Go and Kids Alive International to serve children who are victims of sexual-violence from two different regions of Peru.
After a seven month run of this program, we have seen so many of these children begin to heal and find self worth as they sing and write songs about their identities in Jesus!
This partnership is rapidly expanding and we are in talks about working in many other countries together serving children in similar circumstances.
NEPAL
Our TIME program in Nepal is serving orphans in both boys and girls homes. Music education is very hard to come by in Nepal, but these children have been thriving as they learn to play both guitar and ukulele!
Our hope for this program is to translate out TIME training manual into Nepali and take this kind of music education to remote villages in the Northern regions!
ROMANIA
An upcoming program in 2026 launched in partnership with Firm Foundations Romania at their Agape Center; a school serving over 200+ Roma Gypsy children in the heart of Romania, many of whom have been orphaned and otherwise would never have access to education whatsoever.
We are working to translate our TIME training manual into Romanian so that local teachers can begin a GCF program at this school.
UNITED STATES
In the US, GCF is partnering with Royal Family Kids Camp to serve children in the foster care system.
The goal is to create space for creativity, trauma healing, and joy through hands-on music experiences at their annual foster camps.
We launched a pilot program with RFKC in 2024 for a camp in California. After that successful pilot, we are in talks about slowly expanding into their network of over 200+ annual foster camps!
Youtube as a Tool For Learning
Currently, we have completed an entire series for both guitar and ukulele. These videos are being viewed all over the world.
If YOU want to learn to play, go watch these videos.
If you would like to give towards our production fund so that we can film series for different instruments, donate below!
Our Board
Seth Kaser
Seth Kaser is a musician, educator, and creative entrepreneur dedicated to making the arts accessible to all. As the founder of Global Creation Foundation, he combines his passion for music and education to inspire creativity and provide arts education to underserved communities worldwide.
Founder / President
Joel Gordon
Joel Gordon is a financial professional with a background in corporate auditing, tax compliance, and nonprofit financial management. As Treasurer of GCF, he oversees budgeting, internal controls, and financial reporting to support the foundation's mission of empowering students through creative expression.
Treasurer
Janiene Bishop is an educator and administrator with experience in human resources and education leadership. She brings organizational skills and a passion for children's learning to her role at Global Creation Foundation.
SecretaryJaniene Bishop
Jeff Davis is the founder and principal of J. Davis & Associates, specializing in executive recruiting for nonprofits. After two decades in the corporate world, he transitioned into Christian ministry, serving in leadership roles across missions, churches, and nonprofits. At GCF, he brings business insight and pastoral experience to help guide leadership and support the foundation's mission.
Board MemberJeff Davis
SUPPORT OUR MISSION
Make a Difference Today
Every donation brings the gift of music to children who need it most. Your support creates lasting impact in communities worldwide.
GCF is a 501(c)3 Organization. All donations are tax exempt.
Our EIN number is: 99-3644491
We're committed to transparency and accountability
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Contact Us
If you want to partner with us, meet with us, want to connect us with a person or a company who is aligned with our mission, or if you simply have a question, please reach out!
Frequently Asked Questions
About GCF
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Global Creation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps underserved communities launch sustainable music education programs. We partner with local schools, churches, orphanages, and nonprofits so children can experience healing, growth, and creative expression through music.
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It’s our simple way of saying this: music helps kids process trauma, build confidence, and connect with God. It’s not just a skill. It’s a tool for hope and resilience.
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We currently run programs in Uganda, Peru, Nepal, Romania, and California, with additional partnerships in development.
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We serve children in trauma-impacted and under-resourced communities, including orphanages, foster care settings, and communities facing poverty or displacement.
Donations
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Yes. GCF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and donations are generally tax-deductible in the U.S. (EIN: 99-3644491). Always confirm details with your tax professional.
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Donations help fund instruments, training materials, program delivery, and ongoing support for partners. When possible, we also develop curriculum and resources that help local leaders train others.
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Yes. Monthly giving is one of the best ways to help us plan ahead and launch programs consistently.
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Yes. If you’d like to dedicate a gift, we can help you make it meaningful (and send a note if you want).
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Many employers match donations. If your company has a matching program, we’ll help with any documentation you need.
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Yes. We accept instrument donations when they’re a good fit for current program needs and shipping realities.
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Needs change by program, but “ready-to-play” instruments that are durable and easy to learn (like ukuleles and guitars) are often the most useful. The best next step is to contact us so we can confirm current needs.
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Often, yes, as long as they’re in good condition and can be played without major repair.
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We can acknowledge the donation. If you need a value for tax purposes, donors typically determine fair market value (we can’t assign a value).
How the programs work
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A GCF program is launched with a local partner and typically includes instruments, training, a simple curriculum, and ongoing support so the program can be sustained locally.
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No, GCF trains teachers to teach in any location, even in remote locations without internet access!
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TIME is GCF’s training approach that equips local leaders to run music programs in a way that is emotionally safe, empowering, and sustainable, especially for children impacted by trauma.
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Yes. Teacher training is a major focus. We aim to equip local leaders not just to teach, but to train others so the program grows without outside dependence.
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In many settings, a typical startup cost is around $5,000 to launch a new program (often covering an instrument set and training support). If funding is a barrier, we work with partners to explore options.
Trust and transparency
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We look at participation (students served), program sustainability (local leaders trained), and stories and outcomes shared by partners (performances, attendance, confidence growth, community engagement).
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We take stewardship seriously. We prioritize low-overhead program models, strong local partnerships, and practical accountability so resources reach kids and communities effectively.
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Subscribe to our newsletter and follow our social channels for program updates, stories, and specific needs (like instruments or sponsorship opportunities).
Volunteering & Partnerships
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The most common ways are helping with outreach, fundraising, content support, and connecting us with potential partners or donors. If you have a specific skill, tell us. We’ll point you toward a need.
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Yes. If you’re a music educator or performer, you may be able to support training, curriculum improvements, or content creation depending on current projects.
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We work with:
Program partners (schools, churches, orphanages, nonprofits running programs locally)
Materials partners (instrument/gear donors)
Content partners (education creators)
Financial partners (individuals, businesses, foundations)
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Start by reaching out with a short description of your organization, the children you serve, your location, and what resources you already have (staff, space, instruments if any). We’ll schedule a conversation and explore fit.
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Yes. We partner with both faith-based and community organizations, as long as the program is safe, sustainable, and serves children well.