Live Music Society has opened applications for their third annual Music in Action grant, offering up to $50,000 in funding for small music venues across the United States. The organization has already distributed $4 million in grants to support independent venues and listening rooms.

Applications are being accepted from January 8 to February 14, 2024 (11:59 PM PT). The grants aim to enhance venue experiences, strengthen community connections, and promote sustainable business growth. Recipients will be announced in June.

Key Focus Areas:

• Improving experiences for musicians, audiences, and staff
• Building engaged community networks
• Supporting long-term business sustainability
• Promoting inclusivity for marginalized groups (BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+, disabled individuals)

Previous Success Stories:

• 41 venues supported nationwide
• Recipients include Rebel Rebel Studio (Kentucky), Jalopy Theatre (New York)
• Fogartyville Community Center (Florida) funding Creative Nexus series
• Blue Jay Listening Room (Florida) hosting women songwriters series
• The Acorn Center (Michigan) offering free JazzReach clinics

Support Resources:

• Free public webinars on grant writing and budgeting
• Developed from Music in Action Summit with NIVA
• Tailored guidance for small venue operations

The initiative continues with the American Road Trip series, highlighting successful grantees like Cole's Bar in Chicago, which hosts bi-monthly Open Jam events for emerging artists.

For venue operators interested in applying, Live Music Society provides comprehensive support through their webinar series, offering practical tools for both application success and long-term venue sustainability.

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