ABOUT US
Our Mission and Vision
Rhythm & Relief Inc. is dedicated to supporting musicians in need. We provide financial assistance, healthcare resources, and essential support for artists facing serious health challenges or financial difficulties. Our goal is to uplift the musicians who enrich New Brunswick's cultural scene, ensuring they receive the support they deserve during challenging times. Our core belief is captured in our tagline,
'When the music stops, we step in.'
Join us in making a difference.
Our Inspiration
Our dedicated team is passionate about helping musicians and fostering community connections. Together, we work tirelessly to ensure our mission is realized and that every musician feels valued and supported.
The Story Behind Rhythm & Relief Inc.
Over the years, I, along with many generous volunteers, have organized many fundraisers, most of them for musicians. Each one showed me how generous people can be when someone is in need — but it also showed me how often musicians are left without consistent support when life becomes difficult.The inspiration for Rhythm & Relief Inc. became especially clear through the fundraisers held for Lee Howe and Rachel Graham. Rachel continues to face life threatening health challenges, and through that experience, I saw how even meaningful fundraising efforts can only provide limited relief when someone is dealing with ongoing illness, financial pressure, and uncertainty.That made me realize there needed to be something more lasting in place.Rhythm & Relief Inc. was created to support musicians through both major hardships and smaller challenges that can still have a serious impact. Through memberships, grants, sponsorships, donations, and community support, our goal is to provide financial assistance when it is needed, while also helping improve the lives of musicians through education, recording opportunities, career development, increased revenue, and stronger industry connections.Musicians give so much of themselves through their talent, dedication, and passion. Rhythm & Relief Inc. exists to help give something back — by supporting them in difficult times and helping them build stronger, more sustainable futures.
So when the music stops, we can step in.
Millicent Forrest - Rhythm & Relief Executive Director
