Dear Friends of the Johns Creek Symphony, As we move toward the conclusion of our third concert season, and begin the process of planning for 2010‐2011, I want to share with you some of the many milestones we have achieved ‐ made possible by your continued support. Because of your generosity and belief in our mission, “to bring to the citizens of Johns Creek and surrounding communities the world’s greatest symphonic music performed at the highest possible artistic level,” in just one year we have: • Increased our patron base by 140% • Increased our individual donations by 48% • Increased our concert attendance by 40% and, • Increased our footprint in the community immeasurably. Musically, we have also realized some outstanding achievements since last season, made possible by your attendance and embrace of our artistic vision as championed by Maestro J. Wayne Baughman, Music Director and JCSO Founder: •
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Our first collaboration with a major area chorus in a symphonic setting. Our first guest artist of national prominence. Our first invitation to play as the featured guest symphony for a community‐wide event. All of this was made possible because of your involvement, and for that we thank you. But there is still much work to be done, much more to accomplish as we go forward into 2011 and beyond. As a local symphonic orchestra, we rely on grants and other funding in order to cover our costs. It’s no secret that for most artistic organizations, ticket sales and the like only cover between 40‐50% of the operational costs. The rest must come from arts organizations and you. In these very difficult economic times, funding has been severely slashed, and recent announcements have sent a chill throughout the artistic community. We need your help! One agency the JCSO relies on in Georgia is the Georgia Council for the Arts. Given the proposed 2011 state budget, the GCA stands to lose 79% of its funding, that’s 79%! It is a frightening thought that of the 125+ organizations which applied for grants and were successful in 2009 and 2010 (of which we were one), the total may wither down to a select few. So where does this leave us? With a wonderful opportunity for you, our loyal patrons, to help us sustain the great strides we have made so we may flourish into the future. We continue fundraising into 2010 with our Annual Campaign “Love Your Orchestra!” 215 Royal Colony Court, Johns Creek, GA, 30022 ~ 678‐748‐5802
www.johnscreeksymphony.org There are many ways you can “Love Your Orchestra!” and we’d like you to consider some of the following: • Named Sponsor of a Musician: one concert /$400.00, $1,600.00 per season •
Named Sponsor of the Concertmaster: one concert /$500.00, $2,000 per season •
Music Library "Angel" (Music Rental/Purchase): one concert $500/$2,000 per season •
Venue Fees: one concert/$600.00, $2,400 per season •
Sponsor Marketing Materials/Postage: one concert/ $700, $2,800 per season •
Sponsor Season Brochure: $3,000.00 •
Sponsor Music Director: one concert/ $1,300, $5,200 per season •
Season Sponsor: $10,000 Your donation comes with specific program recognition and sponsor benefits. Based on your level of giving, you will be referenced in our annual program, given tickets to key performances, extended an invitation to a special donors reception along with the opportunity to meet with Maestro Baughman. Please refer to the enclosed listing of all levels of giving and donor benefits. We invite you to visit our website at www.johnscreeksymphony.org should you seek additional information about the JCSO. You can also consider making your own personal donation in the amount of your choosing. Whatever you decide, you are making a positive difference in the future of the Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra. Our goal is to raise $20,000 by May 1, 2010. We can do this, and with your help and continued support we will! Thank you for your consideration of our request, and for your embrace of our artistic future. Most Sincerely, Sue Haggerty Executive Director 215 Royal Colony Court, Johns Creek, GA, 30022 ~ 678‐748‐5802
www.johnscreeksymphony.org Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra “Love Your Orchestra!” Annual Campaign
Yes, I would “love” to make a contribution to the JCSO…..
Named Sponsor One Musician: $400/$1,600
Named Sponsor Concertmaster: $500/$2,000
Music Library Angel:
$500/$2,000
Venue Fees:
$600/$2,400
Marketing Materials/Postage: $700/$2,800
Sponsor Conductor:
$1,300/$5,200
Sponsor Season Brochure:
$3,000
Season Sponsor:
$10,000
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Contributor: up to $99
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Friend: $100-$249
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Supporter: $250-$499
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Donor: $500-$999
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Patron: $1,000-$1,999
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Benefactor: $2,000-$4,999
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Orchestra Circle: $5,000-$9,999 $_____________
Conductor’s Circle: $10,000
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