Covid-19 Information
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to mass cancellations of performances for the next several weeks, and musicians are facing a significant loss of income. Please see links below regarding emergency assistance and information on applying for unemployment benefits.
Unemployment benefits information:
- Federal – How Do I File for Unemployment Insurance
- Wisconsin – Unemployment Benefits for Claimants
- Wisconsin – Handbook for Claimants
- Wisconsin – Unemployment COVID-19 Public Information
- Wisconsin – FAQ
For financial assistance, please go to the following:
- The Lester Petrillo Memorial Fund, which supplies modest amounts of assistance to qualified applicants on an emergency basis. A member diagnosed with Covid-19 would qualify for assistance.
- The Actors Fund, for emergency financial assistance, health care and insurance counseling, and senior care.
- MusiCares, which provides a safety net for people in times of need.
- AFM Musicians’ Relief Fund, funds for musicians who work gig to gig
- Dane Arts Need Grant Program (DANG!), grants for working artists
Local Health Information:
- Public Health Madison & Dane County
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Local 166 Covid-19 Guidelines for Musicians and Small Music Venues
News:
For more information and resources regarding Covid-19 relief please visit the American Federation of Musicians website.