Annual Gifts & Contributions
The Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon (YSSO) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that relies on annual gifts and contributions from individuals, business support, foundation and agency grants, Concert Series program advertising, Concert Series Partner (sponsor) funding and special events to help underwrite concerts, rehearsals, music training programs and operations. Musicians pay a nominal annual tuition. All qualified musicians, however, may participate regardless of financial circumstances. The YSSO organization seeks support from individuals and foundations to help underwrite tuition waiver and lesson assistance for current YSSO musicians.
| Categories of Giving | |
|---|---|
| Director's Circle | $10000 |
| Composer's Circle | $5000 |
| Musician's Circle | $2000 |
| Conductor's Circle | $1000 |
| Benefactor | $500 |
| Patron | $250 |
| Sponsor | $100 |
| Contributor | $50 |
| Associate | $25 |
To request a remittance envelope, please contact: info@ysso.org or 541-858-8859. Click here to download an Annual Gift Form (PDF).
Your gift sustains Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon performances, programs and initiatives, and helps ensure access to high-quality affordable classical music concerts for citizens of all ages. Please consider the impact the YSSO organization has on young people and the cultural life of the region when considering your investment in the mission of the Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon.
You may renew or upgrade your annual gift, give a gift in honor of a friend, family member or colleague, or become a new member at any Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon concert or by mailing a contribution to the YSSO organization. Members receive the twice-yearly YSSO newsletter, QuarterNotes. The Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon is a nonprofit organization under IRS section 501(c)(3) and contributions may be tax-deductible. Please consult a professional tax advisor for more information.
