National organization recognizes Key to Change while bringing Seattle’s legal community together through music and philanthropy
Key to Change has been named the 2026 Seattle recipient of the Law Rocks Music Matters Grant, recognizing the organization’s work to make world class music education accessible to young people throughout South King County.
The grant was formally presented during the Third Annual Law Rocks Seattle concert on October 1 at The Crocodile in Seattle. Dr. Quinton Morris, Founder and Executive Director of Key to Change, accepted the award on behalf of the organization from Amy Rupnow, Associate Director of Development at Law Rocks.
The recognition connects Key to Change with an international organization that has found a distinctive way to bring together music, philanthropy, and the legal community. Founded in 2009, Law Rocks produces concerts in which bands made up of legal professionals take the stage to raise funds and awareness for nonprofit organizations in their communities. Since its founding, Law Rocks has expanded to 34 cities around the world and has raised more than $11 million for charitable causes.
Central to that work is a belief in the power of music and its ability to strengthen communities. Law Rocks established the Music Matters Grant in 2023 to deepen its support for youth music education. The grant is awarded to local nonprofit organizations supporting music education for young people in cities throughout the organization’s United States tour. To date, Law Rocks has awarded more than $120,000 through the initiative.
For Key to Change, the grant represents more than financial support. It is an investment in the students and families who participate in the organization’s programs and in the belief that excellent music education should be accessible to young people regardless of their economic circumstances.
“We are deeply grateful to Law Rocks for investing in our students and for recognizing the important role that music education plays in the lives of young people,” Morris said. “What I appreciate about Law Rocks is that their commitment goes beyond a single event. They have created a model that brings people together through music while directing meaningful resources back into the communities where they perform. Their support allows organizations like Key to Change to continue creating opportunities for young musicians to learn, grow, and imagine what is possible for their futures.”
The Seattle event demonstrated that commitment on a significant scale. Four bands led by members of the legal community performed throughout the evening and collectively raised more than $92,000 for nonprofit organizations. The participating bands represented law firms and legal professionals who combined their musical talents with fundraising efforts on behalf of causes serving the greater Seattle community.
Morris also participated in the evening as a member of the Rock Panel of Judges, joining other Seattle area artists and community leaders in evaluating the performances. His participation offered another connection between Key to Change and an event built around the idea that music can be both an artistic experience and a catalyst for community impact.
Law Rocks’ support of Key to Change comes as the organization approaches its tenth anniversary and continues expanding opportunities for young musicians throughout South King County. The Music Matters Grant will help Key to Change sustain the high quality instruction, performances, visiting artists, and other experiences that support students as they develop both as musicians and as young leaders.
Key to Change is grateful to Law Rocks, its supporters, participating musicians, members of the legal community, and everyone whose generosity makes the Music Matters Grant possible. Their investment demonstrates what can happen when people bring their professional communities, artistic passions, and commitment to service together for a common purpose.
