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June 6, 2019
UK Music organisations unites to support artists and businesses affected by PledgeMusic’s collapse
Yesterday, Wednesday 5th of June, we united with a group of music trade organisations and charities to launch an impact survey to assess and understand those that have been financially affected by PledgeMusic’s demise. Our […]
May 13, 2019
Mental Health in the Music Industry
The music industry has always been a volatile environment triggering vulnerabilities that can lead to mental health challenges and emotional breakdowns. Here at the PRS Members’ Fund, we understand that the pathway of a music […]
April 15, 2019
New vacancies at Cyril Wood Court
Cyril Wood Court has a longstanding reputation for being a creative hub for older or less able people, providing a productive living space for songwriters, composers, musicians, writers, painters and crafts-people.
March 1, 2019
Welcome to PRS Members’ Fund!
The Fund is here to support qualifying PRS members who are experiencing difficult times. We do this directly through provision of grants, information and signposting to other support services, as well as through our partner […]
December 11, 2018
Housing advice with Shelter
Here at the Fund we know lots of beneficiaries have housing issues – whether that’s finding an affordable place to live, or difficulties with rent arrears. We have set up a new referral relationship with […]
December 7, 2018
Our Christmas Newsletter!
December is a time for looking back at events which have happened during the year and looking forward with anticipation to the events which the new year might bring. As we near the end of 2018, […]
November 23, 2018
New Partnership with StepChange
We are delighted to announce our partnership with StepChange Debt Charity, the UK’s largest provider of free, independent debt advice. For 25 years, StepChange has been helping people resolve problems, repay debts and rebuild lives. […]
November 14, 2018
Wayne Hector becomes our new patron
We are excited to announce that the hit-making songwriter Wayne Hector has become part of the PRS Members’ Fund as our new patron. He will be a valuable asset to the Fund and a great […]
November 2, 2018
Winter Heating Scheme 2018
PRS for Music Members Benevolent Fund, which provides financial support and advice to PRS members and their families, has launched its winter heating scheme for 2018, which runs during the months of October until March. […]
October 23, 2018
Groundbreaking UK Survey of Performing Arts Reveals ‘Career Penalty’ For Parents And Carers
Launched at a parliamentary event on 18th October 2018, hosted by Tracy Brabin MP, Parents and Carers in Performing Arts (PIPA) share the headline findings of their game-changing UK wide survey into work-life balance and the performing arts. […]
October 1, 2018
Lynsey de Paul Prize winner and runners-up announced
PRS Foundation and PRS for Music Members Benevolent Fund announce the latest winners of the Lynsey de Paul Prize Winner Amahla receives a £2,500 talent development bursary Five runners up receive a £1,200 development bursary […]
September 21, 2018
Music Minds Matter
We are delighted to announce that PRS Members Benevolent Fund have created a unique partnership with Help Musicians UK to provide dedicated mental health support to members through Music Minds Matter – a free and […]