Information about the Help Musicians’ Coronavirus Financial Hardship Fund 2022
Thanks to ACE and DCMS who have provided £650k of hardship funding, Help Musicians was able to extend hardship funding into 2022, making further payments to musicians facing financial hardship due to the disruption caused by Covid. The total amount of funds available will be at least £1m (Help Musicians will add £350k of its own funds into the pot), which will be distributed to musicians whose needs are greatest.
Applications closed at 23:59 GMT on 14 February 2022 and musicians will hear the outcome of their application by 28 February 2022 at the latest.
Further support
If you are looking to create new music, develop new skills or further your education then we are here for you. Learn more…
If you have complex needs that go beyond financial hardship, such as long-term health issues, complicated domestic circumstances or complex financial situations, you can speak to a member of our team by emailing [email protected].
Government updates are available here, while NHS advice is available here.
The Musicians’ Union have a website page dedicated to information on coronavirus here, and ISM has a page here.
Mental health support through Music Minds Matter
Advice on debt management
You can access debt advice and support through StepChange on: 0800 138 1111 Monday-Friday 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-4pm.
Business Debt Line
If you require advice about business related debts you can call the Business Debt Line on: 0800 197 6026 Monday to Friday: 9am - 8pm.