Will Knaak is a professional musician and dedicated youth mentor who co-founded The Marnie Knaak Music & Resilience Foundation to create safe, healing-centered spaces for children through the transformative power of music. A guitar prodigy who began playing professionally at age 12, Will has performed with chart-topping, platinum-selling, and Grammy-winning artists across genres, including Rock, Country, Blues, Americana, Tejano, and Pop.

More than a musician, Will is a trauma survivor who understands firsthand the profound impact music can have on a young person’s emotional recovery and growth. His lived experience fuels his passion for designing inclusive, trauma-informed music programs that empower youth to express, connect, and heal. As Program Director, Will leads with authenticity, creativity, and an unwavering belief in the power of music to change lives.