The Morgan Wallen Foundation is paying it forward in a big way by donating $500k worth of musical equipment to schools as part of his One Instrument at a Time initiative.

The campaign, staged in conjunction with the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, targeted students in 14 cities that the Big Loud/Mercury/Republic star hit on his just-completed One Night at a Time tour.

Explaining his desire to launch the effort, Wallen said "When I was a kid, access to music profoundly changed my life and gave me a sense of purpose. I want that for others, and I'm blessed to be able to provide instruments to these schools through my foundation. We really wanted to say a big thank you to these awesome communities that welcome us in and let us play for our fans.”

Tricia Williams, president and CEO of the Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation, added “We are grateful to the Morgan Wallen Foundation for their dedication to enhancing music education in our schools. Their generosity will make a profound difference in the lives of students, empowering them to unleash their potential and pursue their dreams.”

Pictured: Donelson Middle School Band, Nashville, with instruments donated by the Morgan Wallen Foundation