Punk Rock Saves Lives

Punk Rock Saves Lives is a nonprofit organization rooted in the punk music community that channels concert culture energy into service, activism, and mental health advocacy. Founded by Rob Rushing, the group partners with bands and venues to host bone marrow registry drives, fundraisers, and outreach on issues like harm reduction and anti racism. While not a curriculum, its work demonstrates how subcultures can organize for social good. Families with teens interested in punk or alternative scenes sometimes follow Punk Rock Saves Lives to show positive examples of community building and to connect volunteer opportunities with youth culture.