Ticketmaster has donated £60,000 ($75K USD) to Music Venue Trust (MVT), a UK charity representing hundreds of grassroots music venues. The donation comes from the company's optional fan donation program, where Ticketmaster matches every pound contributed by music fans during ticket purchases.

Over the past two years, Ticketmaster has contributed more than £150,000 ($187K USD) to support grassroots live music venues. These funds are directed to MVT's Pipeline Investment Fund, established in 2022, which provides crucial support to UK music venues, artists, and promoters.

The Pipeline Investment Fund has successfully raised and allocated over £5 million ($6.25M USD), including more than £500,000 ($625K USD) specifically for grassroots music venues infrastructure. The fund was initially supported by ticket sales from MVT's 'Revive Live' concert program.

Andrew Parsons, Managing Director of Ticketmaster UK, highlighted partnerships with iconic venues including Epic Studios, Hackney Church, Alfies, The Piano Bar, Soul Mama, and Y Plas nightclub, emphasizing their commitment to supporting grassroots music venues.

Mark Davyd, CEO of Music Venue Trust, expressed gratitude for Ticketmaster's support, noting the critical timing of these initiatives as venues struggle to maintain operations. The partnership demonstrates a meaningful commitment to preserving the future of live music at the grassroots level.

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