Listen Ethically
The values of equity, transparency, and philanthropy form the foundation of Campfire’s vision for a more sustainable future of music. These principles guide our platform design, artist relationships, education efforts, operations, and overall strategy.
Equity
Campfire is committed to equitable access and treatment across all dimensions of our work. We affirm equal opportunity in all aspects of our operations and ensure that artists, staff, and community partners are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of race, gender, identity, geography, religion, or cultural background.
Transparency
Transparency is central to our design and governance. From royalty payouts to internal communications, we are committed to clear, open, and accountable systems that build trust across the ecosystem. Artists and community stakeholders will have full visibility into the data and payments that affect them.
Philanthropy
As a public-benefit nonprofit, Campfire will never operate for the private gain of any individual
or group. Philanthropy is not just a funding source — it is a structural pillar of our alternative to extractive streaming. We reinvest into supporting artists, advancing the creative economy, and maintaining the platform as a public cultural good.
Core Strategic Principles
Campfire’s strategy is built on the following pillars:
• Operate as a nonprofit, public-benefit alternative to for-profit streaming
• Return maximum revenue to artists through direct, transparent royalty systems
• Center the user-artist relationship through ethical, social listening tools
• Invest in infrastructure that supports long-term ecosystem sustainability
• Combine philanthropic and subscriber revenue to ensure mission-aligned funding
• Embed artist interests, legal compliance, and equitable governance from day one
• Advance education, advocacy, and thought leadership to address industry challenges and shape the future of music streaming