Individual Giving
Investing in one of Wilmington's great cultural organizations
Angel | Virtuoso | Maestro | Benefactor | Grand Patron | Patron
Sustaining Member | Donor | Estate Planning
When you contribute to the Wilmington Symphony you help make a difference in our community. Your contribution or pledge in any amount is essential and will help ensure the success of Wilmington's own symphony as a valued civic partner, community resource, and multi-faceted asset for the Cape Fear Region.
Your donations are used wisely and responsibly. Today, more than ever, the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra benefits southeastern North Carolina by:
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Showcasing local talent and providing performance opportunities for this area's musicians;
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Serving the youth of the Cape Fear region with educational programs such as the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra, Junior Strings, and the Annual Student Concerto Competition;
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Entertaining, enriching and educating thousands of audience members each year with Masterworks Concerts, Symphony Pops! and Family Matinees;
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Building community connections and helping strengthen economic development by adding to the quality of life in southeastern North Carolina.
Gifts to the Wilmington Symphony's Annual Fund are tax-deductible and are a sound investment in a local organization with a 42-year track record of responsible financial stewardship and exceptional programmatic accomplishment.
A recent independent financial audit determined that approximately 64% of our expenses are related to concert production including Masterworks Series, Symphony Pops! and Family Matinees; 21% for youth education programs including the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra, Junior Strings Program and the Annual Student Concerto Competition; 11% for fundraising costs; and just 4% for "overhead and general administrative" expenses.
Thank you for Investing in one of Wilmington's great cultural organizations!
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The Wilmington Symphony Society honors individuals, couples and corporations who annually contribute at the Benefactor level and above, helping lead the way to the Orchestra's future continued growth.
In grateful appreciation to these current 2012–2013 Season members:
Bob Austin |
Live Oak Banking Company |
The Society was founded in the spring of 2008 as a way to promote and encourage the growth and development of the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and we encourage you to be a member. For details call the Symphony Office at 791-9262.
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Annual Fund patron giving levels & benefits are:
Angel ($10,000 and up)
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Acknowledgement on Wilmington Symphony website "Conductor's Circle" recognizing "Angel" support in producing the season
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Acknowledgement in all concert programs "Conductor's Circle" recognizing "Angel" support in producing the season
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Recognition as an Orchestra "Section Sponsor" for all Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! concerts
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Membership in the Wilmington Symphony Society
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members on the Wilmington Symphony website
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members in Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! programs
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Recognition on placard in the lobby at all Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! concerts
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Invitation to "Meet the Musicians" Dress Rehearsal Event
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Vouchers for twelve "Bring-a-Friend" priority seating concert tickets for Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops!
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Invitation to Opening Night's "Tune-Up Party"
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Program Books contributors section for a full year
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Recognition in Symphony Pops! Concert Program
Virtuoso ($5,000 to $9,999)
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Recognition as an Orchestra "Chair Sponsor" for all Masterworks Series concerts and Symphony Pops! concerts
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Acknowledgement on Wilmington Symphony website "Conductor's Circle" recognizing "Virtuoso" support in producing the Masterworks Series
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Acknowledgement in all concert programs "Conductor's Circle" recognizing "Virtuoso" support in producing the Masterworks Series
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Membership in the Wilmington Symphony Society
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members on the Wilmington Symphony website
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members in Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! programs
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Recognition on placard in the lobby at all Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! concerts
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Invitation to "Meet the Musicians" Dress Rehearsal Event
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Vouchers for ten "Bring-a-Friend" priority seating concert tickets for Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops!
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Invitation to Opening Night's "Tune-Up Party"
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
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Recognition in Symphony Pops! Concert Program
Maestro ($3,000 to $4,999)
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Acknowledgement on Wilmington Symphony website "Conductor's Circle" that recognizes "Maestro" support in producing a concert
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Acknowledgement in all concert programs "Conductor's Circle" recognizing "Maestro" support in producing a concert
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Membership in the Wilmington Symphony Society
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members on the Wilmington Symphony website
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members in Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! programs
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Recognition on placard in the lobby at all Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! concerts
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Recognition as an Orchestra "Chair Sponsor" for all Masterworks Series concerts
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Invitation to "Meet the Musicians" Dress Rehearsal Event
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Vouchers for eight "Bring-a-Friend" priority seating concert tickets for Masterworks Series
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Invitation to Opening Night's "Tune-Up Party"
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
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Recognition in Symphony Pops! Concert Program
Benefactor ($1,000 to $2,999)
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Membership in the Wilmington Symphony Society
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members on the Wilmington Symphony website
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Acknowledgement of Wilmington Symphony Society members in Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! programs
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Recognition as an Orchestra "Chair Sponsor" for one Masterworks Series concert
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Recognition on placard in the lobby at all Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops! concerts
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Invitation to "Meet the Musicians" Dress Rehearsal Event
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Vouchers for four "Bring-a-Friend" priority seating concert tickets for Masterworks Series
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Invitation to Opening Night's "Tune-Up Party"
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series Season Subscribers who also contribute at the Benefactor level
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
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Recognition in Symphony Pops! Concert Program
Grand Patron ($500 to $999)
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Invitation to "Meet the Musicians" Dress Rehearsal Event
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Vouchers for two "Bring-a-Friend" priority seating concert tickets for Masterworks Series
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Invitation to Opening Night's "Tune-Up Party"
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series Season Subscribers who also contribute at the Grand Patron level
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
Patron ($250 to $499)
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Invitation to Opening Night's "Tune-Up Party"
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series Season Subscribers who also contribute at the Patron level
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
Sustaining Member ($100 to $249)
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Reserved Parking Pass for Masterworks Series Season Subscribers who include gifts of $150 and above
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Advance notification of special events
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
Donor (up to $99)
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Acknowledgement of tax-deductible gift
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Recognition in Masterworks Series Concert Program Books contributors section for a full year
Estate Planning
Have you considered including the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra in your estate planning? Contact your financial advisor to discuss ways in which your support of the Wilmington Symphony can continue well into the future. Click here for an outline of planned giving options that can assist you in developing a plan that is right for you.