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Crew Nation Fund Opens to Support Live Music Crews

Live Nation have opened a fund to protect those who work behind the scenes to make live music happen. Applications are open to anyone who have been financially impacted from shows originally scheduled to take place in March or April 2020.
 

Published: 22 April 2020 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:30 PM
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Applications are now open for anyone who has been financially impacted from shows originally scheduled to take place in March or April 2020. Photo credit: Shutterstock

The fund is releasing one-time grants of up to $1000 USD, to applicants from around the world. Applicants will be selected based on an objective assessment of their level of need.

The fund is open to touring or venue crew members, both front of house and backstage. The deadline to submit an application is May 1, 2020.

For more details on the fund, eligibility criteria and information on how to apply see the Live Nation website.

Their website also includes guidance on navigating social services in countries around the world, and mental health resources.

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