Empowering Artists. Building Community. Creating the Future of Live Music.
Help Us Build Houston’s First Shipping Container Outdoor Stage!
Wayne Street Live is on a mission to empower Houston’s artists and bring our community together through music, creativity, and collaboration. We’re raising $75,000 to transform a shipping container into a fully-equipped outdoor stage and multimedia venue—right here in Houston!
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Why This Project Matters
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A Platform for Local Talent: Our new stage will give artists, bands, and creators a professional space to perform, connect, and grow.
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Community Impact: We’ll host concerts, networking events, family gatherings, workshops, and more—making live music and the arts accessible to all.
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Innovation & Sustainability: By repurposing a shipping container, we’re building a unique, eco-friendly venue that’s both durable and inspiring.
How You Can Help
Your donation will help us:
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Move and modify the container
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Build the stage and control room
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Install professional lighting, sound, and video equipment
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Create a welcoming space for audiences and artists alike
Every dollar counts—and every donor is part of our story!
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What We Need & What You Get
We’re seeking $75,000 to bring this dream stage to life. The shipping container is already on-site—your support will fund its relocation onto the slab, major modifications, and all the equipment needed for a world-class performance venue.
Here’s how your contribution will be used:
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Container Relocation & Placement: $3,000
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Container Modifications (cutting, paint, awning, doors/windows): $12,000
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Stage Platforms & Decking: $9,000
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Control Room Buildout: $6,000
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Lighting & Rigging: $8,000
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Electrical & AV Wiring: $5,000
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Outdoor Furnishings & Audience Area: $4,000
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Permits, Engineering, & Accessibility: $4,000
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Audio Equipment (PA system, monitors, microphones, mixer): $12,000
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Video Equipment (cameras, switcher, streaming gear): $7,000
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Projector & Outdoor Screen: $3,000
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Contingency & Miscellaneous: $2,000
Perks for Our Supporters:
We’re excited to offer unique rewards, including:
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Your name on the Wayne Street Live “Founders Wall”
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VIP concert tickets and exclusive digital downloads
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Backstage tours and “Producer for a Day” experiences
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Private studio or podcast sessions
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Your name/logo featured on the stage for the first year
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Donate securely on our website
By Mail
You can also contribute through mail by sending your donation to the following address:
Artist Empowerment Network
3803 Wayne St
Houston, TX 77026
Make a Difference: Donate Today
Your contribution directly supports our programs and initiatives, helping us provide essential services, resources, and opportunities to the communities we serve. With your support, we can continue making a meaningful impact—every donation counts.
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