We've launched an exciting new project of our own! Introducing the Kickstarter app for iPhone!

Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on April 13, 2012.

Photo-main

West End is a small concert venue/ art space that is NOT FOR PROFIT. Ran by myself and two friends. We are also drug and alcohol free.

West End is located in Northeast Ohio in a small city called Ashtabula. It was started by 3 young friends who all agreed that people should have a place to see bands play without the bar environment. In October 2010, they found spot that was perfect. The keys were handed over, and the remodeling began. The first show was in Mid December and had a great turnout, and has been doing well ever since. West End is approved of by a lot of the people in the city. Parents love it because it's safe for their kids. 

Up until a few months ago, West End has never had any cosmetic problems. After a huge windstorm, a huge part of the rubber layer of the roof became separated allowing tons of water to seep through the cracks, holes and vents of the roof. This has caused many issues with the ceilings, walls and carpet.

The main goal with this Kickstarter is to continue showing people that there is more to music than Justin Bieber, Lil Wayne and other stuff that is constantly repeated throughout the radio. A lot of these bands that come through have positive messages and more people should be involved with what they have to say! With the money raised, we would continue having shows that cost very little for the admission, just to be divided amongst the bands. As well as put on events such as skate competitions, basketball tournaments and more! Our town is a very boring town to many younger people. We are trying to change that.

This Kickstarter would also cover all the roof, ceiling and wall repairs that we really need. Anyone that has ever been involved with underground music, shows etc. knows how stressful and money fueled, tasks like these are. With all the repairs done, many more shows would continue to happen here. Any donation would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!
West End Venue and Art Space

FAQ

Have a question? If the info above doesn't help, you can ask the project creator directly.

Ask a question
114
Backers
$2,197
pledged of $2,000 goal
0
seconds to go

Funding period
Mar 14, 2012 - Apr 13, 2012 (30 days)

Live2.medium

See full bio

  • Pledge $1 or more

    5 backers Limited (8 of 13 left)

    A firm hand shake and/or high five, for every dollar given.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2012
  • Pledge $5 or more

    7 backers Limited (283 of 290 left)

    A kiss on the cheek or a "good job" pat on the butt.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2012
  • Pledge $10 or more

    12 backers Limited (8 of 20 left)

    Only available through this fundraiser: 1 out of 20 Homewrecker Tapes. All the songs off their release Internal Morgue

    Estimated delivery: May 2012
  • Pledge $10 or more

    20 backers All gone!

    Only available through this fundraiser: 1 out of 20 Ages Tapes. This is being recorded just for this event. All acoustic songs.

    Estimated delivery: May 2012
  • Pledge $10 or more

    5 backers Limited (311 of 316 left)

    A hand drawn picture of what I'm thinking about at the moment.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2012
  • Pledge $25 or more

    28 backers All gone!

    West End shirt and a free show!

    Estimated delivery: May 2012
  • Pledge $50 or more

    5 backers All gone!

    A date with myself or Mike Aponte. Paid for by us.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2012
  • Pledge $75 or more

    0 backers

    You can have West End for 1 day to do whatever you'd like. Throw a show, dance, make a picnic for your parents etc.

    Estimated delivery: May 2012
  • Pledge $100 or more

    3 backers All gone!

    Free shows for the rest of 2012

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2012
  • Pledge $300 or more

    0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)

    Free shows for the rest of West End's life. We will dedicate a wall to you. And hang a banner out side thanking you.

    Estimated delivery: May 2012
  • Pledge $500 or more

    0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)

    I will show up at your house wearing nothing but silk underwear playing Jumper by Third Eye Blind on acoustic guitar

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012