Bridging the Economic Gap
for New Orleans Musicians

The Musician's Council on Fair Wages is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit created to reinforce the unification process for New Orleans musicians and help them align themselves personally and professionally. Our goal is to help systematically bridge the economic gap between how much musicians are compensated for performances currently versus the amount club owners/event planners (public & private) are willing to pay for their services.

News

Southern Arts nonprofit offers grant programs

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, South Arts is a nonprofit regional arts organization empowering artists, organizations, and communities, and increasing access to arts and culture.  We've posted a new article about currently active grant programs.

Fresh Start Workshop Series

Harmony Street Society is hosting 3 ‐ Free Workshops this winter focusing on tax compliance for New Orleans area musicians in partnership with The Ella Project & New Orleans Jazz Museum. Visit our Events Page for details.
Giving Tuesday is coming next Tuesday, November 29. We are ramping up our efforts to support our local musicians. Please help us run the site and develop programs. Visit our donation page!
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How will we accomplish this?

Empowering Musicians

As a nonprofit, the Musician's Council on Fair Wages is on the front lines of Musician activism in New Orleans, helping to increase wages and improve working conditions for all New Orleans Musicians.

Organizing for Fair Wages



The MCFW works with local NOLA businesses and parallel non-profits to connect our community with those who can employ and assist them in their livelihoods.

​Educating to build unity

The Musician's Council on Fair Wages is devoted to empowering New Orleans musicians with mentorship programs, equipping them with the business knowledge to succeed. Talent isn't enough...and hard work only gets us so far without the right guidance.

Partners

how can we help?