These four funds are bringing over $1.5 million combined to musicians in need. After launching with a live performance by Blue Rodeo frontman Jim Cuddy, pop and classical musicians have emerged as the most eager participants. Donate at UnisonFund.caTOArtist COVID-19 Response FundOrganizer: Toronto Arts Council and Toronto Arts FoundationBenefiting: Toronto artistsThe dramatic changes that have taken place in recent weeks can be seen reflected in how people have reacted to the Toronto Arts Council’s TOArtist COVID-19 Response Fund. In addition to the $450,000 put up by the Toronto Arts Council and the Toronto Arts Foundation, the fund has received $94,325 in private donations. “They are helping to get the word out to urban creatives who may not know about the Toronto Arts Council,” says Claire Hopkinson, director and C.E.O.

Source: thestar April 01, 2020 16:07 UTC