With parishes closed across the country, musicians and music ministers may be struggling to find alternative forms of income. We know that your job of spreading the Gospel is a vital one, and we recognize the hardship that many of you are currently facing. Below, you’ll find a variety of resources designed to help you receive financial assistance, while continuing your ministry. Together, we can continue to share God’s Word.
Income Opportunities
- Add links to donate on Venmo and PayPal in your social profiles
- Encourage your audience to contribute in your posts and in performances
- Set up a live, ticketed concert with a platform such as StageIt and receive the ticket price as well as tips; answer questions; offer incentives for fans to increase tips
- Consider establishing a Patreon account, a subscription club to your exclusive content; determine paid content tiers and frequency of new content
Finding Assistance
- As Music Heals
- Guide to CARES Act
- Billboard state-by-state resource guide for music professionals
- Spotify COVID-19 Music Relief
More helpful tips and resources for you and your parish.