Support the Fort Smith Symphony

We need more than just our musicians to play their part, we also need you. Discover the many ways you can support the Fort Smith Symphony, to bring excellent orchestral programming to the Fort Smith community and the entire Arkansas River Valley!

Individual Contributions Click here to donate.
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The success of the Fort Smith Symphony relies largely on the generosity of individuals like you. Your gift, no matter the size, will assure that our concerts and educational initiatives continue to enrich the lives of those in our community. Please consider a tax-deductible contribution to the Symphony today. Contribute when you order your season tickets or ask about giving when you call the Symphony office at (479) 452-7575. It’s just that easy!

Friend: $25 and up
Contributor: $50 and up
Supporter: $100 and up
Sustainer: $250 and up
Benefactor: $500 and up
All contributors of $100 or more may request the Fort Smith Symphony’s 2005 Naxos CD recording as a free gift. Donors at this level will also be invited to the Symphony’s Donor Appreciation Reception in May 2008.

Artistic Director’s Fund: $1,000 Click here to donate. [Download Form]
The Artistic Director’s Fund is a group of distinguished community leaders dedicated to upholding the artistic integrity and continued success of the Fort Smith Symphony. The ADF significantly supports the Symphony’s effort to assure talented orchestra musicians, acclaimed guest artists and riveting concert programs each year. Join today with those dedicated to supporting the Arts in Fort Smith!

Join the ADF and enjoy:

• Recognition of your ADF membership in every Symphony concert program.
• Private receptions held for ADF members during concert intermissions.
• The Fort Smith Symphony’s end-of-season donor appreciation party in May 2008.

Orchestra Chair Sponsorship: $1,500
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Popular among businesses and individual contributors is the sponsorship of an actual musician in the Fort Smith Symphony. This sponsorship significantly contributes to the artistic excellence of the orchestra to assure the presence of one talented player in the ensemble. It’s also an excellent way to give back to the community, to assist in providing the top-notch concert events the Symphony produces each season!

Become an Orchestra Chair Sponsor and enjoy:

• Recognition next to your sponsored musician on the roster page in every concert program.
• The annual Orchestra Chair Sponsor Special Event, to meet your sponsored musician and see a Symphony rehearsal from the concert stage!
• Private receptions held for Orchestra Chair Sponsors during concert intermissions.
• The Fort Smith Symphony’s end-of-season donor appreciation party in May 2008.

Matching Gifts
Many employers offer matching gifts to employees who contribute to charitable causes. Please ask your employer about matching gift opportunities offered at your place of work.

Gifts of Stock
Consider contributing a gift from your investments – such as appreciated securities, IRA accounts, stocks or bonds – and utilize the many tax benefits provided to charitable givers. Please call the Symphony office at (479) 452-7575, ext. 2 for easy transfer instructions. The Fort Smith Symphony is classified as a 501(c)3 organization and contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law. For professional advice on tax matters related to any charitable gift, please consult your legal and financial counsel.

Estate and Planned Giving
Planned gifts to the Fort Smith Symphony’s Endowment Fund truly stand the test of time. Endowment contributions are set aside and invested, with a portion of the income used to support the Symphony’s operations each year. Remembering the Symphony through a bequest in your will or with a trust or annuity will assure an unparalleled musical experience for generations to come. Please call the Symphony office at (479) 452-7575, ext. 2 for more information about planned giving opportunities.

Thank you to those of you who have contributed to our 2007/2008 Annual Campaign.
Your annual contribution truly makes a difference!

Corporate Sponsorships
Good corporate citizens know that a strong cultural community helps the business community grow stronger. A partnership with the Fort Smith Symphony is a unique way for your business to deepen its commitment to community engagement and reach out to thousands music lovers and youth touched by Symphony programming each year. Consider a corporate partnership with the Fort Smith Symphony to achieve your business objectives through support of the Arts.

Levels of corporate giving range from $500 to $12,000, with each giving level carrying with it valuable benefits including business listings, logo presence in our concert programs and season brochure, complementary concert tickets and much more! Corporate gifts can be made in installments if desired. Sponsorship opportunities include:

Fort Smith Symphony Advertising Opportunities, $600 or $1,000

The Fort Smith Symphony offers advertisements in its concert programs to provide local businesses an opportunity to showcase their commitment to the Arts among the diverse audience that attends Symphony concerts. Advertisements appear in black and white and are tax-deductible as contributions allocated to the Symphony’s artistic and educational programs. Advertising rates are as follows:

• $600 Ad Placement: includes a small ad (2.5” h x 3” w) in the Symphony’s concert programs for the season. (6 concerts)

• $1,000 Ad Placement: includes a large advertisement (2.5” h x 6¼” w) in the Symphony’s concert programs for the season. (6 concerts)

• Single Concert Rates: are also available. Contact the Symphony office for details.

The Fort Smith Symphony owes its success to the generous support local businesses.
Thank you to all of our corporate sponsors for the 2007/2008 season.

To learn more about sponsorships and advertising opportunities with the Fort Smith Symphony contact:
Allison B. Walden
Director of Development and Operations
(479) 452-7575, ext. 2
allisonatfss@aol.com

The Fort Smith Symphony is classified as a 501(c)(3) organization (Federal ID #71-0292138).
Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. For professional advice on tax matters related to any charitable gift, please consult your legal and financial counsel.