Most people probably know some about the VH1 Save The Music Foundation, but here's a quick background! It started in 1997 with "a mission to restore instrumental music education programs in schools, ensuring that every child has access to a complete education that includes music instruction". It's no secret that music education is usually one of the first programs to be cut or completely left out in public schools. But what a lot of people might not realize is how important music education is to other things, not just the music aspect! Research has shown that music education is important in critical thinking and it also helps kids work together better. Students are more engaged in school and are less likely to drop out, and do significantly better in other school subjects. What the Foundation does is to help develop long-term, sustainable instrumental music programs that provide children equal access to music education regardless of their financial situation.

I've always been a fan of this program from the start, I know how important music has been in my life and I feel like every child should have the opportunity to be exposed to music education in some form or fashion. It gives kids a shot at bettering themselves and well…who knows what the next generation might give this world, right?

So! What are you good people bidding on? AWESOMENESS, DUH. Okay, I'm joking but I tried to make this a little awesome at least! If you are the winning bidder, you'll not only get my undying respect, you'll also get:

-- 2 VIP tickets to Lollapalooza (August 5-7, 2011 in Chicago, IL. If this doesn't work with your schedule, we'll figure something else of equal awesomeness!)

-- Dinner at Katsuya, Hollywood CA (if you're turned off by sushi/seafood/find nothing on the menu that you like, we'll find a suitable alternative!)

Really, all of the charities people are a part of are awesome and amazing so bid on whoever/whatever if you can! Every little bit helps a lot.