Musician Mental Health Initiative
Chattanooga's music scene is alive with talent — but behind every performance is an artist navigating the very real pressures of building a creative life. Burnout, financial instability, isolation, and emotional exhaustion are challenges that too many local musicians face alone.
With the $1750 UNFoundation grant and help from other organizations, the Musician Mental Health Initiative will work to change that.
Developed by Be The Change Youth Initiative in partnership with local musicians, this 11-week cohort program offers a structured, supportive space where artists can come together to explore the human side of a creative career.
The initiative culminates in a community concert where participants share music created during the cohort, giving the public a window into the personal and emotional realities behind the art they love. Because when musicians are healthier and more supported, the whole city benefits.
