“Subscribe to Live is the only non-grant, non-loan community based, rapid relief financial aid program available,” said Elizabeth Simon, Bourgeois Productions Presents promoter and founder of Independent Venue Preservation Initiative, in a statement. “By investing in our local arts and entertainment economy for the price of a streaming subscription, we can make a substantial positive impact on our city, preserving all independent culturally significant businesses within the community.”
The funds are aimed at helping independent venues pay rent or mortgage payments, liability insurance and utilities dating back to February 2020. IVPI will ensure Subscribe to Live remains available to venues while they re-open until business activity can resume at full capacity and there is no longer a need
