Believe in Music

Believe in… NAMM-Funded Charities NAMM reinvests its trade show proceeds into programs and industry charities that put the spotlight on the benefits of making music. NAMM charities include: Museum of Making Music Through exhibits and educational programming, this one-of-a-kind museum celebrates the rich history of music making, and also encourages its future. Located in the NAMM Industry Headquarters, the museum provides a great way to experience firsthand the impact of the music products industry over the last 100 years. NAMM Members are invited to tour the museum free of charge. NAMM Foundation The NAMM Foundation’s mission is to advance active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs from the international music products industry. A proud partner of the Americans for the Arts on its national public service campaign, “Art Ask for More,” the NAMM Foundation is reaching millions of people with the music products industry’s messages about the proven benefits of making music. For more information, please visit www.nammfoundation.org. Other Industry Organizations In 2006, NAMM awarded 15 market development grants to organizations that provide public service and outreach, helping to build specific industry segments with projects to create more recreational music makers. NAMM University also awards annual scholarships to students in music business programs who are working in the industry. In total, NAMM reinvested more than $10 million back into the industry in the form of Membership services, market development and industry programs and professional development. NAMM-FuNdEd ChARITIES 31 http://www.nammfoundation.org http://www.nammfoundation.org

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Believe In Music Contents The Music Products Industry The Benefits of Belonging NAMM Trade Shows Market-Building Programs NAMM Member Services Professional Education Music Advocacy Public Awareness Representing the Industry NAMM-Funded Charities Believe in Music, Belong to NAMM 5 Reasons for Manufacturers to Belong to NAMM 5 Reasons for Retailers to Belong to NAMM 5 Reasons for International Companies to Belong to NAMM Belong to NAMM NAMM Membership Inquiry Form

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