Music Maker Relief Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to
helping the true pioneers and forgotten heroes of Southern musical
traditions gain recognition and meet their day to day needs. Today, many
such musicians are living in extreme poverty and need food, shelter, medical
care, and other assistance. Music Maker's aid and service programs improve
the quality of recipients lives. Our work affirms to these artists that
we value the gifts of music and inspiration they have delivered to the
world. Our mission is to give back to the roots of American music.
Our criterion for recipients is they be rooted in a Southern musical
tradition, be 55 years or older and have an annual income less than $18,000.
Music Maker Relief Foundation, Inc. is a tax exempt, public charity under
IRS code 501(c)3.