Sample Projects
*The following are just a few examples of projects that fit our guidelines. Be creative and let us know what you’re up to. If your project is going to help you grow as a musician, it may qualify! Check out the guidelines. Project budgets that exceed $5,000 should indicate other sources of funding (planned, committed, and/or received).
ANDRE, BAND LEADER
Andre and his band, The Whiskered Livers, perform regularly in Portland and southern Washington. They are receiving a lot of attention, and fans keep asking where to buy their most recent songs. It’s time they recorded a new EP, so he applies to the Echo Fund.
He provides a detailed description of his project, noting he is using local music businesses:
“I’m seeking funding for the recording, mixing, mastering, and CD production of four songs for an EP at PDX Recording studio in Portland.”
He explains specifically how the funding of his project will spur new growth for his band by leveling up their exposure:
“The full funding of this project will allow me to create a record to sell at my live shows by June of 2025. We will be able to make additional income by selling albums and by submitting them to potential bookers for new shows. We also plan to distribute the EP and the recorded tracks through various channels to increase exposure and awareness of our music to multiple audiences.”
He provides a detailed budget that is based on his own research in calling/emailing vendors to determine the estimated costs for each step of the project:
Budget
2 days recording studio time at PDX Recording Studio ($720/day): $1,440
8 hours of mixing time at PDX Recording Studio ($75/hr): $600
Mastering at PDX Mastering ($100/song): $400
TOTAL $2,440
YOON, SONGWRITER/COMPOSER
Yoon writes his own songs and performs throughout the region. He wants to buy a new looper pedal.
He provides a detailed description of the project, noting he is using local music businesses:
“I plan to purchase a XXX looper pedal from XXX [vendor].”
Note to applicants: While the use of local vendors is encouraged, we realize that, particularly with gear, some items are not available locally. This will not affect your application unfavorably.
He explains specifically how the funding of this project will spur new growth.
“My old looper pedal is glitching out and I need a new one to sustain my existing gigs. The XXX pedal has additional channels that will increase the quality of my shows and let me broaden my bookings to larger venues.”
They provide a detailed budget that is based on calling/emailing vendors to determine the estimated costs for each step of the project:
Budget
XXX pedal, Model XX $1,199
LIBRETTA, SINGER-SONGWRITER, VIDEO AND MARKETING
Libretta is a singer/songwriter who performs regularly in the greater Portland area, and regionally. In order to expand her ability to book new shows, she needs to make a professional video.
She provides a detailed description of the project, noting that she plans to use local music businesses.
“I need to make a music video that showcases my work. I will hire XXX [videographer and producer] to produce and film my video. After production, I will hire XXX [social media marketing consultant] to edit the video to social media specs and distribute it widely across my channels.”
She explains specifically how the funding of her project will spur new growth for her Singer/Songwriting career development.
“Singer /Songwriters are known for their unique brands and styles, which include visuals as well as sound. I have been successful at getting hired, but my potential clients often request a video representation of my work. I believe that adding a video to my marketing will produce a much higher number of gigs.”
She provides a detailed budget that is based on her own research in calling/emailing vendors to determine the estimated costs for each step of the project. Since her project budget is greater than $5000, she describes how she will fund the additional project costs:
Budget
8 Hour Video Shoot w/PDX Videography ($100/hr): $1800
2 Musicians ($100/hr): $1600
8 Hour Rental of Studio Space ($75/hr): $1600
8 hours of editing/post production w PDX Production ($75/hr): $600
Social Media clip/post design and distribution w PDX Social Media : $1000
TOTAL $6600
Additional Sources of Funding:
Band’s combined personal contributions (committed) : $1000
Holler Fund grant (received) : $600