Large Grant Awards Announced!

In2Change

In2Change, a non-profit charity in South Yorkshire, is dedicated to steering young people away from criminal activities through innovative programs. In2Change have been awarded a grant to support their Next Gen Sounds initiative which targets disadvantaged youth aged 14-21, offering education and opportunities in music creation. Led by university graduates, trauma-informed practitioners, and those with lived experience, In2Change designs tailored interventions to empower young individuals. Next Gen Sounds will  promote informed decision-making, positive relationships, and confidence-building.

The grant will allow In2Change to secure musical equipment, support workshops, training, and showcases, providing pathways into the music industry for aspiring youth while fostering community engagement and fundraising.

In2Change aims to expand its impact by continuing to engage deprived communities through creative initiatives like Next Gen Sounds. Through music, they empower youth to discover their potential and break cycles of disadvantage.

To learn more, visit @in2changecharity and @nextgensoundsshf on Instagram. 

Juju Club 

Juju Club is dedicated to promoting world music and community empowerment by elevating musical expressions from minority groups and diverse cultures, while supporting individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds through music.

Juju Club is responsible for running the Tramlines Fringe Stage on Devonshire Green. The stage is a platform to showcase the talents of emerging artists from minority groups and diverse backgrounds. Through this stage, Juju Club aims to amplify voices that are often underrepresented in the mainstream music scene.

The grant will go towards, fees for performers and supporting organisations, marketing the, marketing the stage, highlighting the individuals and organisations involved and supporting the musicians and promoters involved in the event.

Join the Juju club facebook page to keep up to date and find out more about the fringe stage here. 

Paces

Paces is a specialist charity for children and adults with complex neurological, physical and associated cognitive disabilities. The support they offer is underpinned through the ethos of Conductive Education- a person-centred physical approach to learning. Their mission is to support children and adults to achieve the maximum level of personal independence relative to their condition(s), by meeting and exceeding established personal goals. 

Paces has received a grant to support its Conductive Education School with Educational Music Therapy for Children with Special Educational Needs. This grant will enable Paces to upskill their staff and provide educational music therapy, offering opportunities for creativity, exploration, motivation through movement, relaxation, confidence-building, and skill development in motor skills and sensory processing for children with special needs.

You can find out more about the work paces do at https://www.pacessheffield.org.uk/

Giggle Doctors Bringing Joy to Hospitalised Children in Sheffield

We are delighted to announce a grant to support Theodora Children’s Charity to provide support in Sheffield Children’s Hospital

Hospital visits can be a daunting experience for children, with painful procedures and long stretches of boredom. For parents, watching their child endure this can be heart-wrenching. Theodora Children’s Charity has utilised the power of play and laughter to help children facing illness and disability. Their Giggle Doctor program supports mental health by providing playful interactions.

With names like Dr Boogie Woogie and Dr Flowerpot, these special doctors wear unique coats and embody characters to engage with children. They fill hospital rooms with music, funny songs, silliness and laughter easing stress and anxiety.

Couldn’t we all benefit from a bit of giggle therapy!  find out more about them here

Mossbrook School

We are thrilled to announce a £500 grant to support the Friends of Mossbrook School to purchase a range of new instruments for use across the school in music sessions and sensory activities Mossbrook School is one of Sheffield’s key special educational needs schools and it caters for 170 children aged 4-11 years.

The children have a range of different needs, particularly autism, and to reach their potential as healthy, happy, active members of the community, they need access to regular learning opportunities to stimulate their senses as well as challenge their physical and intellectual skills. 

The school host regular events and activities to raise the school’s profile. Children travel from all across the city to the school as parents and families know the enormous gains to be had when their children are able to spend every day in an exciting, fulfilling environment.

for further details click here

RiteTrax

Exciting news! We're thrilled to announce our latest grant to RiteTrax, supporting their successful music drop-in program, which has been enriching lives for almost 12 months.

 RiteTrax's social mission is to provide an accessible, sustainable, and supportive platform for grassroots and underground music culture. Through inclusive events, workshops, and interventions, they empower aspiring and established artists, vulnerable adults, and young people.

Their person-centered projects, including group jam sessions and individual learning sessions, focus on building musical capacity in areas such as production, DJing, instrument learning, and artist development.

With a proven track record of collaboration, RiteTrax works with established organizations like Addaction, Project 6, and The Prince's Trust, among others. This grant will help cover additional costs in already-established projects, benefiting young people and vulnerable adults facing various challenges.

Together, we're fostering a supportive community where everyone can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances. Congratulations, RiteTrax, on your continued success!  #RiteTrax #MusicForAll

Crookes Brass Band

We have exciting news from Sheffield! Grimethorpe Colliery Band has revived Crookes Brass Band after 86 years, bringing music back to the community. Every Wednesday, brass players gather in Walkley to learn and perform under Grimethorpe's guidance, marking a significant cultural revival.

The inaugural concert in April 2024 will feature Jamie Smith from Grimethorpe as a guest soloist. Crookes Brass Band has already reached capacity, thanks to Grimethorpe's initiative providing free instruments and tuition.

To ensure the bands' sustainability, we at The Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation have given a grant to cover venue costs for their first-year concerts, benefiting 40 in Crookes Brass Band and 20 in the Training Band.

The support will establish these bands as vital community assets, providing opportunities for musical development and fostering a sense of pride and belonging in Walkley and Crookes. Building a brighter future through music together!

#PowerOfMusic #CommunityBrass #BeMoreNulty #Sheffieldmusic

Large Grants for 2024 are open for applications!

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our third round of large grants, providing support to impactful projects in the community. You can apply here by midnight on the 23rd March 2024!

In the previous round, Pattern and Push, as well as Bluebell Woods, were the proud recipients of our grants, showcasing their dedication to making a positive impact. Here's a closer look at their outstanding initiatives:

Pattern and Push

Mission: Supporting young aspiring vocalists and musicians facing various vulnerabilities, Pattern and Push focus on creating a positive impact through music.

Activities:

• Annual talent competition with workshops and masterclasses.

• Grassroots stage at Peddler market showcasing local up-and-coming artists.

• Involvement in major events and platforms such as Tramlines, No Bounds festival, Hope Works venue, and BBC 1Xtra.

• Workshops in partnership with organizations like the National Literary Trust, including those in prisons for young offenders and homeless charities.

Core Message: Promoting positive themes and messaging in music, steering away from negativity often associated with rap culture.

Grant Usage: £2000 for a refresh, redesign, and print run of Positive Lyric Packs, a tangible tool providing inspiration for positive songwriting to young musicians in prisons and vulnerable groups.

Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice

Mission: Providing respite, therapies, and opportunities for young people (up to age 25) with life-limiting conditions and their families.

Initiative: "Bluebell Wood-Stock" music festival in September 2024, offering a festival experience for young people and families, featuring live bands and a marquee in the grounds of Bluebell Wood.

Goals:

• Allow young people to experience a live music event in a festival atmosphere in a safe place with necessary adaptations.

• Provide a sensory and social experience through the power of live music.

• Enable families to participate in a safe and controlled event as a family.

• Raise the profile of Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice in the media and attract sponsorship from corporations and other charities.

Grant Usage: Supporting the cost of bands and PA equipment for the "Bluebell Wood-Stock" music festival.

Desired Impact: Enriching the lives of over 100 young people and their families, offering a unique and memorable music festival experience.

We are honored to support these impactful projects and look forward to receiving applications for our third round of large grants. Apply now and be a part of positive change in the community!