How to Do A Benefit by Jen Chapin

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Guidelines for Performing Artists and Others Who Want to Make a Difference

A benefit can be as simple as a small donation of a portion of proceeds from a tiny bar gig, to something as ornate as a full-out multi-performer concert with corporate sponsors, extensive publicity, merchandise raffles, etc. In any case, a benefit is a wonderful way to bring new support to a charitable organization, new attention and credibility to an artist, and new magic and meaning to a performance and an artist’s career. These guidelines are primarily intended for up-and-coming artists who want to help out but may not have the resources or audience to do something big, but they also include ways to make an event bigger. To figure out what works for you:  Read Article