Even as a non-profit, that isn't nearly enough. At that point, find somebody who believes in whatever cause you're supporting to donate their time. Offering $50 to a band is an insult.
Edit: just saw "20 minute sets." They'll spend more time setting up than they will playing at that rate. Also, is a PA provided? Sound guy being paid?
My advice? Get one act, pay them everything you were going to pay the multiple acts, far less headache and hurt feelings.
we have a fairly small budget as we are a non-profit organization. we are hoping to do less than $50 per band. Genre/style can vary. We have a large difference of ages/demographics in our organization and want to appeal to as many as possible.
sourdoughbreadlover t1_j9pd1wj wrote
What is your budget?