Brevard Music Aid, Inc is dedicated to giving back to those who keep music alive and well in Brevard during their times of need.

 

Founded for musicians and music industry workers, Brevard Music Aid provides assistance (subject to availability of funds) to local musicians that meet the following criteria:

 

Qualifications and Required Documentation

 

Applicant must have proof of Brevard County residency for at least one year prior to the application date. Acceptable evidence of residency includes, but is not limited to:

 

(i) Lease

(ii) Driver License

(iii) Paystub

 

Applicant must make the majority of their income working in the music industry. Acceptable evidence of income qualifications include, but are not limited to:

 

(i) Income Tax Returns

(ii) 1099/Check Stubs from local venue

(iii) Affidavit acceptable to Brevard Music Aid, Inc.

 

Applicant must be out of work for at least 30 days prior to the application date due to illness, injury or some other catastrophic event prior to the application date. Acceptable evidence of an illness, injury or other catastrophic event includes, but is not limited to:

 

(i) Medical Records or Letter from Doctor (dated within application deadlines)

(ii) Police/fire report (dated within application deadlines)

 

Applicant’s household cannot earn more than the following:

 

2011 Maximum Income Limits by Household Size

 

# Persons in Household	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Maximum Income	$20,950	$23,950	$26,950	$29,900	$32,300	$34,700	$37,100

 

Applicant must sign a Waiver and Release agreeing to have name and amount of aid published on the income tax return of Brevard Music Aid, Inc. and on the website of the Corporation at www.brevardmusicaid.com

If you know of a professional musician who needs help, please visit our Request Assistance Page.  If you have a question about Brevard Music Aid, please Contact Us