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Individual Giving

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When you contribute to the DSSO you are supporting the region’s largest arts organization. Your gift is essential in creating high quality live musical performances and unparalleled community engagement opportunities including:

High quality orchestral concerts that reach thousands of audience members annually — many concerts include world-class guest artists who come to perform with the DSSO.

Education and Community engagement programs designed to meet the needs of children and adults with any level of symphony experience. Over 190 talented musicians whose presence in our community enriches our teaching institutions, our music industry and our arts culture in the Twin Ports area.

Distinction for Duluth and Superior as a first rate arts, culture and entertainment city — promoting social and economic development for all of northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin

All this is possible only through the generous support of patrons like you.

Your Donations

Have you ever wondered exactly how the DSSO uses donations? Donations provide the funding required to operate a large professional orchestra, which in turn enhances the quality of life for every resident in our region.

Your money is spent on:

• Music Performance: Your gift will be used to fund orchestra rehearsals, sheet music, hall rental, and musicians’ fees. All of these things are essential to bring symphonic music to life for our audiences.
• Youth Education: In order to build the audiences of tomorrow, the DSSO must reach out to the youth of today. Your gift will be used to fund Young People’s Concerts, the Lollipop Concerts and hands-on instrumental music instruction through the DSSO Youth Orchestras teaching and performances. Education is also supported by donations that allow us to offer reduced-priced student tickets.
• Operations: Behind the scenes, a symphony has many needs. Your gift will be used to fund administrative costs—everything from marketing our concerts to buying paper for the copy machine!

Annual Fund Levels & Benefits

Annually, ticket sales provide less than half the funds required to operate the DSSO. We depend upon gifts from individuals, corporations, and granting organizations. These contributions keep ticket prices affordable for the entire community, and allow discounted tickets for special groups.In this, our 80th season, we are proud to present an outstanding concert series. Please support your Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra with an 80th anniversary gift!

To make a secure on-line gift to the DSSO, click here or call or email Patty McNulty, Development Director, at 218-623-3774.

Bravo Society $6,000 and up 

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch
• Priority subscription seating
• Free first floor DECC parking for all DSSO concerts
• Chair sponsorship listing
• Recognition on placard at all performances
• Invitation to dinner with Maestro and other $5,000+ donors

Maestro’s Circle $5,000-$5,999

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch
• Priority subscription seating
• Free first floor DECC parking for all DSSO concerts
• Chair sponsorship listing
• Recognition on placard at all performances

Encore Club $2,500-$4,999

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch
• Priority subscription seating
• Free first floor DECC parking for all DSSO concerts
• Chair sponsorship listing

Platinum Baton $2,000-$2,499

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch
• Priority subscription seating
• Free first floor DECC parking for all DSSO concerts

Gold Baton $1,000-$1,999

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch
• Priority subscription seating

Silver Baton $700-$999

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch
• Priority subscription seating

Supporter $500-$699

• Recognition in all 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets
• Invitation to Meet the Musicians Brunch

Benefactor $250-$499

• Recognition in one 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events
• Invitation to a rehearsal event
• Voucher for four concert tickets

Friend $1-$249

• Recognition in one 2011-2012 Season Program Books
• Notification of special events

Estate Planning

Have you considered including the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra in your estate planning? Contact your financial advisor to discuss ways in which your support of the DSSO can continue well into the future. They would be happy to assist you in developing a plan that is right for you.