Family Alliance in Music

Helping families working in the music industry thrive through community, education & financial support.

We believe that through building community, providing education and resources, and offering financial support to parents and caretakers in the music industry we can create a healthy industry where caring for a family and pursuing a career in the music industry can co-exist.

Why Does This Matter?

  • 4 weeks or less

    25% of companies surveyed provide 4 weeks or less maternity leave... 6 weeks is the minimum time need to recover from a noncomplicated birth

  • 70%

    of fathers return to work less than 2 weeks after the birth of a child

  • Less than 10% Address Fertility

    This impacts those who have fertility challenges, and disproportionally disadvantages LGBTQ+ families

  • Retention

    Employees who have adequate paid leave are more likely to return and stay at the company

The FAM Pillars For Change

Community & Education

Sharing stories, resources and community updates via social media and email

Partner events to raise awareness

Quarterly family friendly meet ups and educational events for our community, based on needs and feedback.

Resources

A benefits deck for our community to utilize with their employers on the importance of parental leave.

One page resources, based on community need, updated and shared frequently.

Financial Support

...for a band who wants to provide leave for a band or crew member, but cannot afford it

...for someone who needs IVF but does not have it provided through their employer

...for a small business who needs financial help to provide employer leave

Advocacy

Ensuring parents & caretakers are seen in the music industry.

Join Our Mission

We are looking to fund THREE grants in 2025, and need your financial support to get there.

We always need help with graphic design, social media and research. Please let us know if you are able to help by giving your time!

We are always looking to be connected with those who will resonate with our mission

Founders who understand the unique challenges that face caretakers working in the music industry.

Who Are We?

FAM was founded by Margaret Hart, Jackie Jones, and Haley Montgomery in 2022. They have a combined 40 years experience in the music industry, and understand first hand the unique challenges of being parents in this industry. FAM is supported by an incredible task force including caretakers, parents and those who wish to have a family one day working in the music industry.