Funding and Mentorship
The second annual BMAC x Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Music Maker Grant applications have officially opened. In 2023, the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, and ASCAP started the grant to support emerging Black music producers and songwriters.
The grant was created to honor the songwriting and record production team Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis’s induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Each year a grantee receives funding for studio time and mentorship from the BMAC Board and Executive Leadership Council Members and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.
In a press release, CEO & President of BMAC Willie “Prophet” Stiggers said the organization sees the impact of investing in the next generation, which is why this grant is so pivotal.
“Black Music Action Coalition is committed to ensuring the next generation of leaders in our industry are equipped with the knowledge, resources, and access that our community deserves and does not always receive.”
– Willie “Prophet” Stiggers said in a press release
2023 Grant Recipient
Mondaii was the 2023 BMAC x Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Music Maker Grant Recipient. According to a press release, the $5,000 grant he received helped kickstart his career. The grant was used to fund mixing his latest single, “Back N Forth”, a promotional photoshoot, and a PR campaign. He received media coverage in The Source Magazine, Hot New Hip Hop, Nylon Mag, and other media outlets.
“The whole experience was truly life-changing. Prophet, Parlay (Hip-Hop Global Reach Foundation), none other than the legendary Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis all provided ongoing mentorship. I literally called on Prophet & Parlay for everything and they really have been an instrumental part of me learning the music business.”
– Mondaii said in a press release
The 2024 winner will be announced in December.
Applications
Applications are open to emerging Black music producers and songwriters from the U.S. until November 30, 2023. To apply, click here.