MusicHelps is a New Zealand charity that uses the power of music to help and heal people in need across Aotearoa. They fund and support projects where music makes a real difference in people’s lives, from music therapy sessions in hospitals and special needs schools, to programmes that help people experiencing hardship find confidence and connection through music.
Alongside this work in the community, MusicHelps also looks after our own industry. The charity provides confidential counselling and emergency financial support for New Zealand music workers who might be going through tough times, whether that’s mental health challenges, illness or unexpected hardship. It’s about making sure the people who create and support music in Aotearoa are supported too.
Using the power of music to help and heal people in need
Talk to us today
Free 24/7 support line:
Free from Australia:
Rest of the World:
0508 MUSICHELPS
1 800 353 148
+64 508 MUSICHELPS
A MusicHelps Story:
Dame Lynda and Jools, the Topp Twins
" MusicHelps was a lifeline when we needed it most. It is hard to ask for help but sometimes you have to.
After a double cancer diagnosis on the back of two years of gigs being cancelled from Covid, the coffers were bare. It was Christmas and Lynda had just had an urgent double mastectomy. The MusicHelps Benevolent Fund responded immediately with compassion and understanding.
The grant helped enormously to alleviate the financial stress so we could both focus on our health. Confidentiality, kindness and a simple grant-making process made a huge difference. "
A MusicHelps Story:
Bella “Bella Donna” Cook
" Last year I was left with nothing after my house burnt down. One of my friends recommended me reaching out to MusicHelps, but I didn't expect their support to be so life changing.
MusicHelps financially supported me to replace all the music gear I had lost in the fire. In an industry that can feel so isolating at times I felt so supported and cared for. I was able to get back up on my feet and making music in no time. I can't express how meaningful the backing from MusicHelps has meant to me. "
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