Music is important to Eddie Van Halen and he wants to make sure other kids get a chance to discover whether or not they share that passion. He donated 75 guitars from his personal collection to schools across America via the Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation. 

"Music is the universal language. It has the ability to transcend and convey every human emotion that exists without saying a word,” said Eddie.“Music kept me off the streets and out of trouble and gave me something that was mine that no one could take away from me. Music education and families are dealing with the economic times, and I wanted to help them. If I can help a kid discover a liking, or even a passion for music in their life, then that's a wonderful thing. Music has provided a good life for me and hopefully it can help make life better for others with this donation."