Johnny Brenda's Employee Relief Fund

In response to the national emergency presented by the spread of COVID-19, and in an effort to keep our staff, artists, and community safe, the bar, restaurant, and venue at Johnny Brenda's have closed for the foreseeable future. (We are still offering take-out food & beer 12-8 every day!)


We're deeply proud of the work we do to deliver some of the best shows, food, drinks and hangs in Philadelphia. The incredible team of people who make this happen are now facing a precarious and challenging time. We're always so grateful to be part of a community that supports and cares for one another, and this moment is no different. We are asking for your generosity in response to this unprecedented situation. Please support our hardworking staff with whatever donations you can spare.


We're offering up some exclusive rewards for your donations including show tickets, JB's merch, dinner for two, and much more. 100% of the net earnings from this campaign will be dispersed evenly to all affected Johnny Brenda's hourly employees and production staff. The fundraiser is being organized by JB’s employees.


See below for a full list of rewards. Please specify if you would like your donation to apply to a particular reward.  Make sure to check back as we’ll be adding new rewards throughout the campaign. Thank you for your support!


*Email [email redacted] with your reward preference including address and shirt size if applicable. Please be advised there may be some lag time depending on size availability.*




$20+ DONATION - SHOUT OUT

Donors' names will be displayed in chalk in the windows on Girard Avenue


$25+ DONATION - EARRINGS (one reward available)

One pair of earrings from our friends at Chloris & Prase 


$50 DONATION - FIRST ROUND'S ON US

Two free drinks the next time you visit JB's


$50 DONATION - TROPICAL HOUSE PLANT (one reward available)

One tropical house plant from our friends at Chloris & Prase


$100 DONATION - JB'S T-SHIRT

One official JB's t-shirt - please email us your size and address for shipping or pick up locally


$100 DONATION - LIST SPOTS

A pair of spots on the JB's guest list (based on availability)


$150 DONATION - LIST SPOTS + FIRST ROUND'S ON US

A pair of spots on the JB's guest list + first round's on us (based on availability)


$150 DONATION - JB'S T-SHIRT + ENAMEL PIN

One official JB's t-shirt & limited edition enamel pin - please email us your size and address for shipping or pick up locally


$200 DONATION - JB'S HOODIE

One official JB's hooded zip up sweatshirt - please email us your size and address for shipping or pick up locally


$250 DONATION - JB'S HOODIE + ENAMEL PIN

One official JB's hooded zip up sweatshirt & limited edition enamel pin - please email us your size and address for shipping or pick up locally


$300 DONATION - DINNER FOR 2

Dinner for you + a friend at JB's


$400 DONATION - DINNER + A SHOW

Dinner for two + a pair of spots on the JB's guest list (based on availability)


$500 DONATION - BEHIND THE SCENES

A pair of spots on the JB's guest list w/ early entry for set up and soundcheck (based on availability) 


$500 DONATION - COCKTAIL CLASS

One of our expert bartenders teaches you + up to 3 friends how to make delicious cocktails at home


$500 DONATION - BEER TASTING

One of our expert bartenders hosts a beer tasting for you + up to 3 friends


$500 DONATION - JB's Q&A

Our head booker & venue manager sit down with you + up to 3 friends for drinks + a Q&A and tour of the venue


$2,000 DONATION - PRIVATE DINNER / BRUNCH

Private dinner/brunch in the venue for up to 8 guests


$5,000 DONATION - PRIVATE PARTY 

Host a private party in the venue at JB's


$5,000 DONATION - PRIVATE SCREENING

Host a private movie screening in the venue at JB's for up to 20 guests. We'll bring the popcorn!


$15,000 DONATION - PRIVATE PARTY + OPEN BAR

Host a private party in the venue at JB's with a 2 hour open bar + DJ


$20,000 DONATION - LIFETIME PASS

Lifetime entry for you +1 to any show at Johnny Brenda's