PPL launches £1 million funding programme

UK music licensing organisation PPL has announced the launch of PPL Giving, an annual £1 million funding programme aiming to maintain a sustainable music industry for the future through funding initiatives which reflects PPL’s values.

PPL is looking to fund initiatives which are driving positive change in the music industry by helping promote equality of opportunity, embracing a wide range of musical genres; and reflecting PPL’s membership across the UK. The first 26 organisations to receive funding through PPL Giving include: B:Music, The Benedetti Foundation, the British Association for Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM), Drake Music Scotland, Music Minds Matter, Tomorrow’s Warriors, World Heart Beat Music Academy and Youth Music. You can find the full list here.

PPL’s classical music relationship manager George Prince said: ‘At a time when it is as difficult as it ever has been for classical musicians to build a sustainable career, we are striving to support those musicians in as many ways as possible. In addition to the crucial income, we provide to classical performers from the use of their work, PPL Giving supports a host of organisations doing extraordinary work to educate young musicians, support their physical and mental wellbeing, and ensure a level playing field for those looking to build a career in classical music.’

Founded in 1934 and having recently celebrated its largest payout to musicians and recording rightsholders in the organisation’s history in the organisation’s 90-year history, PPL has given as total of £7.2 million to organisations across the UK. PPL Giving builds on this existing support.

PPL CEO Peter Leathem OBE said: ‘By championing education initiatives, the development of performers and helping musicians' welfare, we hope to play our part in future proofing the UK music industry for years to come.’