Playing It
Forward

Rees Shad on Contributions Toward Solutions

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"I realized a long time ago that my creative energy could be more impactful if I endeavored to not just pay it forward (through donations) but I could also PLAY it forward by performing a special shows, building musical instruments for raffles, and putting a little sweat equity into projects where all the funds go toward addressing causes that are close to my heart such as food insecurity, addiction treatment, education, animal welfare, and supporting the arts."

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When Shad is not on the road, he can often be found tinkering in his wood shop building guitars which he then auctions or raflles off to benefit various non-profits.  To date nine hand-built Roeboy! electric and acoustic guitars have been donated, and many fund raising gigs played.

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Fall 2025 will find Shad producing several fundraiser shows for the Guy Clark Family Foundation to benefit struggling songwriters around the country.  Shad will be Celebrating Guy with a cadre of musical guests at some of the North East's premiere Folk Music venues. More here...

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Rees has built an archtop acoustic electric guitar inspired by a 1937 Gibson L5 and is currently raffling the guitar off to benefit the Guy Clark Family Foundation.  Here's a link to the Raffle

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"I’m always on the lookout for opportunities to play it forward.  If you’ve got a gig for a special cause, please reach out."

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Meanwhile please consider giving to one of these amazing causes: