Sound Check Resource Hub

Local 77 AFM- Local77afm.org: Philadelphia musicians union advocating for fair wages and
working conditions, and by opposing the forces of exploitation through collective action.
UMAW Philly- umawphilly.github.io: Philadelphia chapter- Empowering music producers and
artists to build sustainable streams of income.
United Musicians and Allied Workers- weareumaw.org: National organization empowering
music producers and artists to build sustainable streams of income.

Fam Frequency Productions- https://www.famfrequencyproductions.org/: Empowering music
producers and artists to build sustainable streams of income.

Sweet Relief Music Fund- https://www.sweetrelief.org: A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Helping Musicians
& Music Industry Workers in Need.

Creative Capital- https://creative-capital.org; We uplift innovative artists with unrestricted
project grants, professional development, and community-building services to foster thriving
careers.

Hits to Healing- https://www.hitstohealing.org: H2H fosters communication between
healthcare entities and the patients they serve. Through the universal language of music, H2H
empowers communities via patient advocacy, preventive care, general support, and trustworthy
health information.
Music Health Alliance- musichealthalliance.komi.io: Music's #1 Resource for Healthcare

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance- philaculture.org: The Alliance provides a broad array of
services and resources for the cultural sector, both for professionals in the field as well as the
public at large
Jazz Bridge- jazzbridge.org: Since its inception, Jazz Bridge has confidentially helped Jazz and
Blues musicians and singers with a variety of needs, including medical, dental and legal aid, home
repairs, unpaid bills, and instrument repair.
Local 77 AFM- Local77afm.org: Philadelphia musicians union advocating for fair wages and
working conditions, and by opposing the forces of exploitation through collective action.
Music Artist University- musicartistuniversity.com: Provides vital resources and support, while
fostering a safe and inclusive space where music creatives and entrepreneurs can thrive. Our
goal is to empower the music community to grow artistically, professionally, and personally.
The Philadelphia Cultural Fund- philaculturalfund.org: By providing general operating support
to Philadelphia-based arts and culture organizations, they advocate for the value of the arts and
their importance to the growth and future of our community.
Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts- pvla.org: *Currently on pause* See list of
suggested legal resources here.
UMAW Philly- umawphilly.github.io: Philadelphia chapter- Empowering music producers and
artists to build sustainable streams of income.

Hollywood and Mind- https://www.hollywood-mind.com: Hollywood & Mind is a unique venture
that bridges the entertainment industry and mental health sector through events, media and
programming.
Porters Call- https://www.porterscall.com: A place where artists can find support and
encouragement, specifically attuned to their unique profession.
Silence the Shame: https://silencetheshame.com : Empowers and educates communities on
mental health and wellness.
Backline- backline.care: Backline connects music industry professionals and their families with
mental health & wellness resources.
Sounds Of Saving- https://www.soundsofsaving.org : We’re a music and mental health nonprofit
that designs and provides tools, content, resources, and curriculum to young people, ages 14 to
24, on how to discover and utilize music to support their mental health and wellness.

MusiCares- https://www.musicares.org/: Helping the humans behind music because music gives
so much to this world.
The Sona Foundation- https://thesonafoundation.komi.io/: A charity for songwriters by
songwriters supporting Career Development, Mental Health, and Financial Wellness

Philadelphia Music Alliance- https://www.philadelphiamusicalliance.org: The Alliance creates,
supports and sponsors programs and events that enrich and strengthen Philadelphia’s musical
community.

1 Million Strong- https://1millionstrong.com/: Uniting the music industry, artists, and fans to
support and celebrate recovery.

Concert Touring Crew Benefits- CTCBenefits.org: Offering touring crew access to portable,
affordable health coverage, dental and vision, mental health care, and even a real retirement
fund through the IATSE National Benefits Fund.
Love4Live- https://www.love4live.org: Top meditation experts coming together to tend to the
hearts of the live concert industry with free meditation resources.
This Tour Life- https://thistourlife.com: Supporting Mental Health & Wellbeing In Touring

Women Who Rock- womenwhorock.info: Dedicated to supporting women in music,
empowerment, and advocating for women’s health.