SECURE THE LEGACY.
THE NEXT 25 YEARS START NOW.
Moving the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony from a labor of love to a professional foundation.
For nearly four decades, AYWS has defined national youth musical excellence. For the past 25 years, Dr. Scott Stewart has led this ensemble through intense personal dedication. To ensure this standard of excellence endures for the next generation, we must secure our operational infrastructure.
Tuition only covers half of the $1,600 cost per musician. Recurring monthly gifts are the true engine of our sustainability—giving us the predictable, permanent foundation needed to retain word-class leadership and staff.
The 20% Challenge:
Our goal is for 1 in 5 alumni and families to invest in our future.
Students & Young Alumni: Join as a Legacy Builder for just $2.50 a month ($30/year).
Parents & Community Members: Become a Legacy Partner for $25 a month or Legacy Visionary for $30, $50, or $100 a month.
One-Time Individual Giving
Prefer to make a single, one-time impact? Your contribution immediately fuels our sheet music library, instrument maintenance, sectional coaching, and concert hall rentals.
Become a Supporter, Major Donor, or Chair Sponsor. Choose the category and path below that best fits your giving goals:
1. The Supporter Level ($100 to $650)
Our core seasonal circle. These gifts directly help bridge the $800 operational gap for our individual musicians.
Ovation Level ($110): Includes 1 Season Pass (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Principal Level ($180): Includes 2 Season Passes (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Maestro Level ($300): Includes 2 Season Passes (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Impresario Level ($450): Includes 4 Season Passes (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Golden Baton Level ($650): Includes 4 Season Passes (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Choose to give with season passes OR without, in which case your donation is 100% tax deductible.
2. The Major Donor Level ($1,500+)
Our leadership circle. These visionary gifts directly underwrite specific concert pieces, masterclasses, and our highest-level artistic pursuits.
Director’s Circle ($1,500): Includes 4 Season Passes, a dedicated Piece Sponsorship, and an invitation to the annual Leadership Dinner (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Allegro Circle ($2,500): Includes 4 Season Passes, a full Concert Sponsorship, and a signed Conductor's Score (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Encore Circle ($5,000+): Custom legacy and artistic visionary initiatives (or choose 100% tax-deductible)
Choose to give with season passes OR without, in which case your donation is 100% tax deductible.
3. Chair Sponsorships (Coming Soon)
We are currently finalizing an exclusive framework that allows individual patrons to directly sponsor a specific chair within the ensemble, matching the traditions of the world's finest symphonies.
Corporate Sponsorships and Grants
We believe the arts enhance the lives of young musicians, contribute to their personal development, and bring infinite joy to our community. Your support allows us to provide an unparalleled program of music education and performance opportunities, while also increasing your visibility among the communities we serve. Sponsorship opportunities exist to support annual performances, national tours, individual student scholarships, instrument needs, and more.
Our Board would welcome the opportunity to partner with you to create a customized plan that aligns with your organization’s philanthropic priorities.
Email the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony Foundation Board for more information on creating a partnership.
Our current Corporate and Foundation donors can be found here. We thank you for your support.
Don’t see the giving option you’re looking for?
Whether you would like to discuss a customized contribution, have questions about your donation, or prefer to give via a check or wire transfer, our leadership team is here to assist you.
Please reach out directly to us at aywsboard@ayws.org and we will contact you personally to facilitate your gift.