PRS Members' Fund launches Rest & Rewind – A new Wellbeing Breaks Initiative for music creators

The PRS Members’ Fund is proud to announce the launch of its new Rest & Rewind Wellbeing Breaks Initiative, designed to support PRS members who need time out to rest, reflect and reconnect with their creative selves following periods of illness, stress or anxiety.

Rest & Rewind offers a limited number of PRS members the opportunity to step back and reset with a short UK-based break of up to five days. Whether you're a solo songwriter in need of headspace or a band wanting to recover and recalibrate together, this initiative offers a chance to recharge in a way that supports both your wellbeing and your creativity.

What’s included:

• A short break of up to 5 days

• Up to £100 per day to cover B&B accommodation and travel costs

• A fixed maximum sum of £500 per applicant.

Who can apply:

• You must have been a member of PRS for Music for 7 years or have earned £500 in royalties

• An up-to-date music C.V. and 2 months bank statements will be required on application

• If illness is part of the reason you are applying, please provide medical evidence

• You could not otherwise afford a short break.

  Points to Note:

• No further costs will be covered

• Funding available for 50 members only

• Applications will be dealt with on a first come-first served

• Evidence of booking required

• Reimbursement will be made on production of booking confirmation

• UK break only

• Members will be responsible for paying any travel/accommodation insurance

• Priority to be given to first time Fund applicants

• An evaluation form will be requested post-break.

  With a ringfenced budget of £25,000, Rest & Rewind reflects the PRS Members’ Fund’s ongoing commitment to supporting the holistic wellbeing of music creators. We understand that mental and emotional wellbeing are vital for sustaining creativity and artistic careers – and that sometimes, a pause can be the most powerful step forward.

  Testimonials:

  This commitment has been reflected in the heartfelt testimonials received from grateful members:

  “This has been an invaluable opportunity and experience for me! To be able to prioritise my wellbeing for a few days, and to give undivided attention to putting pen to paper for the first time in several years has been so energising and has definitely restored some self-esteem and confidence in my project. Thank you so much!”

  “I was finally able to relax and unwind after a very stressful time in my life, and I found it really helped me to write songs and express things that I needed too. I am writing regularly again now – with others and also on my own, and it really is helping me to do so. I also made some great new music contacts, who will be lifelong friends, colleagues and collaborators.”

  “I am really grateful to PRS Members’ Fund for stepping up and providing support at this time of complete personal and professional crises and for filling in the gap, especially when it helps you not only continue what you love to do, but actually, literally can be lifesaving and hope giving. thank you.”

  2024 PRS member recipient Wellbeing Breaks Initiative

Apply Today

To apply, please visit https://www.prsmembersfund.com/reset-rewind/. For more information or to speak with a member of our team, please contact us at fund@prsformusic.com or call 020 3741 4069.

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