WAYS THAT YOU CAN SUPPORT ASTRAL
Annual Fund – When you contribute to Astral’s annual fund, your gift pays extraordinary cultural dividends. Whether it’s on the international concert stage, in Philadelphia classrooms, or elsewhere in the community, Astral’s artists, and friends such as you, share a passion for artistic excellence and a powerful commitment to make a difference in the lives of those around us. We invite our friends and supporters to join us in building on Astral’s outstanding programming, knowing that we are exceptional stewards of the funds entrusted to us. Your gift of any size can make a difference. Click here to make a donation.
Gifts to Honor and Celebrate – Honor a birthday, friendship, wedding, anniversary, graduation, or the memory of a loved one. Gifts to Honor and Celebrate are a wonderful way to express your appreciation while also helping Astral. We will send an acknowledgment of your gift to you and to the honoree. Your gift and its dedication will also appear in our program book. Simply send your contribution to Astral Artists, 230 S. Broad Street, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19102, or call our office at 215-735-6999.
Gift Planning – Planned gifts provide the resources that create extraordinary opportunities and preserve Astral’s future, and are a unique philanthropic tool that allows you to fulfill your own financial goals. Through your bequest or other planned gift, you can ensure that classical music will continue to inspire for generations to come, and that future Astral artists will never be without the resources and opportunities they deserve. For more information please call 215-735-6999.
Corporate Matching – Many employers have matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer, and send it completed and signed with your gift. We will do the rest. The impact of your gift to Astral may be doubled or possibly tripled. Some companies even match gifts made by retirees and/or spouses.
The Vera Wilson Founder’s Fund – This special discretionary fund is designed to assist Astral artists with special career needs outside the scope of Astral’s work. Used at the discretion of Astral’s President, the Founder’s fund not only honors Astral’s Founder and President, Vera Wilson, but it provides much needed assistance for Astral’s most deserving young artists. Donations of any size are welcome. For more information, please call 215-735-6999.
Tribute Cards – Acknowledge an achievement or special event, remember a loved one, or send get-well wishes with Astral Tribute Cards. Tribute Cards are available at all Astral concerts –packages of 6 cards are $25, or purchase them individually for $5. For more information please contact Bonnie Slobodien at 215-735-6282 or bonnie.
Donations of Goods or Services – Whether it’s office equipment, professional services, or credit at your shop or restaurant, donating goods or services is always appreciated. If you would like to discuss creative ways in which you can contribute to Astral, call our office at 215-735-6999.
Host a Musicale– Enjoy an intimate evening of music and cocktails with your closest friends and family by hosting an Astral musicale in your home and participating in our musicians’ blossoming careers. These informal events are designed to spread the word about Astral and provide the opportunity to meet Astral artists and hear them perform. Contact our office for more details. 215-735-6999.
Volunteer –Volunteering at Astral is a wonderful way to get involved! There are many ways in which you can donate your time to such a worthy cause. Astral is looking for volunteers to assist at concerts and in the office. Would you like more information? Call us at 215-735-6999.