Pay It Forward is CDR’s first-ever public fundraising campaign, and an invitation to invest in what comes next. Public funding has helped us build stability and plan with greater confidence, and we’re deeply grateful for that support. But stability alone doesn’t allow our community to fully grow, adapt, or respond to the changing needs of the artists it aims to serve.
Pay It Forward is about stewardship. It’s about remaining independent and values-led as we expand our reach. It’s about ensuring the next generation of music-makers has access to the same sense of possibility that has defined CDR from the beginning.
You can support Pay It Forward with a one-time donation, or by committing to a monthly gift that helps sustain this work over time. Both make a meaningful difference.
If CDR has ever meant something to you—if you’ve learned here, shared here, or found community here—I hope you’ll consider supporting us.
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CDR has always been built by people showing up for one another. If you believe in independent music, community-led spaces, and supporting music in the making, we invite you to Pay It Forward.
Make a one-time donation, or commit to a monthly gift. Share the campaign. Share your story of what CDR has meant to you.
Let’s carry this work forward, together.