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Your support secures the future of live symphonic music in Charlotte.

The Charlotte Symphony plays an important role in the life of this city — on stage, in schools, in neighborhoods, and in gathering spaces across the region. The generosity of our donors makes all of it possible. We invite you to explore the many ways you can help keep music a vital part of Charlotte's future.

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Individual Giving & Memberships

Annual support keeps the music playing and brings you into the inner world of the orchestra and the circle of people who support it.

Corporate Partnerships

Connect your brand and your community goals with one of Charlotte's most respected and visible cultural institutions.

Institutional Giving

We are grateful to the foundations and institutions whose generosity makes our work possible.

Help keep the music playing with an Encore

Bequests and other planned gifts have transformational impact over time. The artists, programs, and performances you love today exist because of the vision of concertgoers who chose to invest in the future of the Symphony, even beyond their lifetime.

Join the Encore Society

"When I donate to the symphony I know in addition to supporting classical music, I'm making an impact in my community and city." — Richard R, donor

Annual Gala & Concert

Join us for an evening of breathtaking artistry featuring Grammy Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell. An elegant dinner preceding the concert features David Rubenstein, a leader in finance and philanthropy for the performing arts and historic preservation.

This formal event supports our mission to ignite the human spirit through the passion and unifying power of live symphonic music.

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Join the Guild

The Symphony Guild of Charlotte is a volunteer nonprofit fueling the Charlotte Symphony and its music education programs through fundraising and hands-on support. Visit their website to find out how to get involved.

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