The V.I.P. Records Legacy Fund
The V.I.P. Records Music Museum & Media Arts Center
A historic capital campaign to raise $20 million to establish the V.I.P. Records Music Museum and Multi-Media Arts Center. A premier cultural institution that preserves the legacy of urban music and keeps the stories, artistry and influence of Black music pioneers accessible for generations to come.
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Preserving a Legacy
An interactive museum dedicated to the history, artists and impact of Black music and culture.
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Educating & Inspiring
A space for education, creativity and cultural preservation that empowers future generations.
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Honoring the Pioneers
Celebrating the artists, producers and community leaders who shaped the global soundscape.
Our goal
$20M
To build a lasting home for our history and our future.
Restore the landmark. Empower the next generation.
The campaign also seeks to acquire and restore the historic V.I.P. Records location, a landmark that launched the careers of legendary artists and has anchored Southern California’s Black music scene since 1978.
When you support this campaign, you are not just funding a museum. You are investing in a living legacy that empowers young artists, opens doors to music education and honors the contributions of urban music to American culture.
Many ways to give
How you can support
Through sponsorship and donations, you help us provide programs and initiatives that change young lives in Long Beach and beyond.
Where your support goes
- Securing the historic V.I.P. Records location. Acquiring the shopping center where V.I.P. has stood since 1978, so this space stays dedicated to urban music and culture.
- Studio equipment & maintenance. State-of-the-art gear and a safe studio space for every participant.
- Professional mentorship. Bringing experienced music industry professionals in to mentor our young artists.
- Workshops & seminars. Educational events on the skills that matter for success in the music business.
- Community outreach & engagement. Expanding our reach and creating more opportunities for personal and artistic growth.
01 · Online
Give online
Secure donation to the V.I.P. Records Legacy Fund. Scan the code or tap below.
02 · Cash App
$VIPFamilyFoundation
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03 · By mail
335 E Albertoni St.
#200-334
Carson, CA 90746
Prefer to give by check? Mail your gift to the address above. Questions about sponsorships or larger gifts? We would love to talk.
Who we are
Empowering youth through music & media
The VIP Family Foundation helps aspiring young artists from underserved communities gain access to music education, mentorship and creative opportunities through professional programs and community support.
We are the custodian of the historic World Famous V.I.P. Records sign, an iconic symbol of West Coast music, and we carry its legacy forward by creating safe spaces where young creative voices can grow.
- Music education and hands-on studio time
- Mentorship from working industry professionals
- Creative opportunities and community events
Our legacy
Born where West Coast hip-hop began
For more than five decades, V.I.P. Records has been a cornerstone of Long Beach music and community. The foundation exists to make sure that history keeps inspiring the next generation.
1967
Cletus Anderson opens the first V.I.P. Records in South Central Los Angeles.
1978
The Long Beach store opens and becomes the home of Kelvin Anderson Sr.’s World Famous V.I.P.
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Snoop Dogg, Warren G and Nate Dogg record their first demo in the studio at the back of the store.
2017
The Long Beach City Council votes unanimously to make the V.I.P. sign a historic landmark.
What we offer
Programs that turn passion into purpose
Workshops, seminars and hands-on training in music, media and the arts, built for young people who have talent but not always access.
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Music Programs
Workshops and seminars that help aspiring artists unleash their creativity in a culture of inclusivity and empowerment.
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Media Programs
Hands-on audio and video production training for young people without access to direct training, guided by industry experts.
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Special Programs
Programs that empower neurodivergent and emotionally challenged young people to express themselves through music.
Community partners
A strong support system makes things happen
Just as we provide a solid support system for our young artists, our community does the same for us. We are proud to partner with these organizations.
Join the movement
Be part of history
Your contribution helps preserve a cultural treasure and build a place where music history lives on and new voices can rise.