RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS:
Rockport Fulton Musicians Group (private Facebook group welcomes all Coastal Bend Musicians, studios, music venues, non-profits that have live music programs and music promoters – must apply to join)
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/rockportmusicians
- AFM Local 23 – Union support: contracts, pay scales, and benefits for musicians.
- A&R Foundation – Free workshops and 12-week music business accelerator.
- TALA – Free legal/accounting help for creatives.
- Sight & Sound – Free on-site vision care at music events.
- Vocational Rehab (TWC) – State program for musicians with hearing loss/disabilities.
- MusiCares – Emergency financial aid and mental health services for music pros.
- Backline – Free mental health support and therapy for musicians.
- Music Health Alliance – Insurance help and medical bill negotiation for musicians.
- Musician Treatment Foundation – Free surgery help for hand/arm injuries.
- SofaBurn Inc. – Financial aid for artists facing medical debt.
- Musicians Foundation – One-time grants for rent, bills, and medical needs.
- Entertainment Community Fund – National aid for creatives: housing, health, career.
- Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation – Local health clinic in Corpus Christi.
- MHP Salud – Free help enrolling in ACA health plans.
MUSIC RESOURCES FOR NONPROFITS, SCHOOLS & CITIES
Rockport Fulton Musicians Group (private Facebook group welcomes all Coastal Bend Musicians, studios, music venues, non-profits that have live music programs and music promoters – must apply to join)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/rockportmusicians
Touring Roster (TCA) – Apply to join or hire from a vetted list of Texas artists eligible for grant support.
https://www.arts.texas.gov/initiatives/texas-touring-roster
Arts Respond Performance Support (TCA) – Reimburses 50% of artist fees for nonprofits booking Touring Roster artists.
TALA – Legal/accounting help for nonprofit organizations.
Entertainment Community Fund – Consulting for small arts orgs and presenters.
https://entertainmentcommunity.org/
Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation – Partner for hosting inclusive health/wellness services at events.
MHP Salud – Navigator services for connecting attendees with ACA coverage and resources.


