The most pressing urgencies in the world today are certainly climate change or people fleeing from mortal danger of violence or famine. However, I believe that we have enough resources in the rest of the world to address these and many other problems. I know of a few initiatives to give young people access to a musical education.
The Recycled Orchestra
Right now, thanks to a generous owner of one of my guitars and the GSI Foundation a guitar I made in 2004 is instrumental in helping young people get access to musical instruments. Place your bid now.