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We are still fundraising for self employed and freelancers in the arts and culture sector in Leeds who are suddenly without income. So far we've given out 5 x £200 hardship funds, but things have slowed a bit. Please share & give if you can! https://www.gofundme.com/f/leeds-creatives-corona-virus-impact-fund
We are still fundraising for self employed and freelancers in the arts and culture sector in Leeds who are suddenly without income. So far we've given out 5 x £200 hardship funds, but things have slowed a bit. Please share & give if you can! https://www.gofundme.com/f/leeds-creatives-corona-virus-impact-fund
So far these grants have helped people stay afloat, afford food, and pay the rent. Whilst the government are supporting some self employed people, many are ineligible and no one who is will receive money until June. This is a problem for a sector that uses short term contracts...
...and often for very low pay. You can read more about that here. https://www.samuelmckay.co.uk/post/business-as-normal
There is money available for another £200 fund at the moment so do get in touch if you think it could help. Just be based in Leeds and work in the arts. All is confidential. We are £25 away from the next.
The arts and culture sector was the only one to grow in the last recession, and is vital for the health of our communities going forward. https://theculturevulture.co.uk/cultures/theatre/coronavirus-impact-fund/
Final tweet (of this thread anywho) is to say thank you for the brilliant generosity of everyone who has helped out so far. It has made a huge difference to people who have suddenly found themselves in difficulty.
