Hello! We’re launching this membership drive alongside the opening of AMA to ensure we can continue bringing you droning, intentional listening spaces.
StretchMetal has always been a labor of love, organized entirely by a volunteer-based staff and board. In 2023, we proudly became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and one of the main reasons we pursued this status was to apply for grant funding. However, with our limited yearly budget, we've faced challenges—many funders require a minimum of three years with 501(c)(3) status or a minimum budget of $20,000-$50,000 to apply, which we currently don't meet.
By making a one-time donation or becoming an AMA member, you are directly supporting paying artists fairly and ensuring they receive guaranteed, upfront payments. You are also helping StretchMetal cover essential upfront costs, including securing accessible, comfortable venues with higher rental fees, such as those needed for our ambient music sleep concert, Drone Sleepover.
With your support, we hope to raise $5,000 to secure crucial funding and sustain our programming to continue supporting atmospheric spaces.