Voices United PHX is a grassroots, community-powered initiative —
a growing network of artists, activists, organizers, venues, and community members coming together to build care, connection, and collective power in the face of systems that fail us.

What began as a one-night fundraiser has grown into something much bigger. At our last Voices United event in February, hundreds of artists, musicians, organizers, and community members came together, and we raised $20,050.20 to support families harmed by ICE (double our goal!!)

We witnessed what’s possible when our communities show up for one another. Now, we’re building on that momentum.

Through music, art, organizing, and mutual aid, we continue to raise funds and mobilize support for community members harmed by ICE, while building coalitions to drive change across metro Phoenix.

This work is made possible in collaboration with:

MELT Fest Events, Organized Power in Numbers (OPIN), Puente, Poder in Action, Mesa Valley Indivisible, Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL), and Phoenix Metro Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), alongside hundreds of local artists, musicians, small businesses, and community members.

Fundraiser + Digital Action Campaign

Voices United is promoting a fundraiser and grassroots digital awareness campaign, rallying Phoenix artists, venues, and businesses, along with local organizers and community members, to raise critical funds for the Emergency Workers Legal Defense Fund. This fund, led by OPIN, Puente, and Poder in Action, provides legal aid, bond support, and emergency resources to community members harmed by ICE raids.

As individuals, our reach and impact are limited, but together, we can make a difference!

When we combine our voices, our platforms, and our communities —
We create real change.

🎨 Local Art Auction (Now Live — Ends at 9:30p, April 5 @ Crescent Ballroom)

Our community art auction is back and bigger than before, featuring donated works from an incredible lineup of local artists.

Browse and bid through the GiveButter virtual auction (top tab on this page), or make a direct donation.

*New pieces are being added throughout the campaign

*Only winning bids are charged

All proceeds go directly to the Emergency Workers Legal Defense Fund.

Can’t attend in person? We’ll coordinate pickup or delivery of your item.

📲 Grassroots Digital Campaign

We’re organizing a collective online push by sharing stories, amplifying voices, and expanding the reach of Voices United partners.

Help us build momentum by sharing Voices United content, including our video series on Instagram (@melt_fest_events).

Every share helps us reach more people, grow our network, and increase support for those who need it most.

HOW TO SHOW UP

Join us Sunday, April 5, at Crescent Ballroom (4 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

This is a convergence of the arts and music scene with 10+ local activist organizations, creating a space centered on connection, collaboration, and building community power together.

More than an event, this is an opportunity to network across movements, meet collaborators, share resources, and strengthen the relationships that sustain our work.

The night will feature two stages of live music, DJs, talks and panels, and an artist showcase, all designed to bring people together in person and celebrate what’s possible when the community works together.

There will be food and drinks for sale.

Tickets are $15 at the door, with proceeds going towards the Emergency Workers Legal Defense Fund.

21+ only**

** If you want to attend but the ticket is not financially feasible, please reach out to us on IG @melt_fest_events!

Voices United 3.0