Founder's Circle

Join our Founder's Circle

Your investment will help us deepen our impact in Miami and create a brighter future.

Did you know?

85%

Of students participate in Vocal Youth with scholarships at low or no cost thanks to the kind support of our donors.

“I loved the ability for my daughter to learn and grow musically and experience high quality musicianship by such humble leaders in a great environment that teaches celebrating each other. “

- Kelley A., Parent

Together we can raise youth voices even higher!

Join the Founder’s Circle at one of our five giving levels and together we can create a stronger, connected Miami by helping more young people find their unique and valuable voices.

Join our Founder's Circle

Activator

$1,000 - $2,499

Recognition

Name and logo recognition on newsletters, website, print, and organizational collateral (e.g. annual report) at giving level

Recognition at level at end-of-year benefit happy hour and concert
Name and logo recognition on event materials throughout the year at giving level

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Engagement Opportunities

VIP Invitation to year-round performances including tickets for 2
2 tickets to our end-of-year happy hour

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Cultivator

$2,500 - $4,999

Recognition

Name and logo recognition on newsletters, website, print, and organizational collateral (e.g. annual report) at giving level
Recognition at level at end-of-year benefit happy hour and concert
Name and logo recognition on event materials throughout the year at giving level

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Engagement Opportunities

VIP Invitation to year-round performances including tickets for 2
4 tickets to our end-of-year happy hour

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Producer

$5,000 - $9,999

Announcement

Feature in newsletter

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Recognition

Name and logo recognition on newsletters, website, print, and organizational collateral (e.g. annual report) at giving level
Recognition at level at end-of-year benefit happy hour and concert
Name and logo recognition on event materials throughout the year at giving level

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Engagement Opportunities

VIP Invitation to year-round performances including tickets for 4
6 tickets to our end-of-year happy hour
Invitation to a dress rehearsal experience
Thank-you video reel from Vocal Youth to enjoy/share on your social media channels
Gift bag with branded merchandise

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Accelerator

$10,000 - $24,999

Announcement

Dedicated social media post, feature in newsletter

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Recognition

Name and logo recognition on newsletters, website, print, and organizational collateral (e.g. annual report) at giving level
Recognition at level at end-of-year benefit happy hour and concert
Name and logo recognition on event materials throughout the year at giving level

‍

Engagement Opportunities

VIP Invitation to year-round performances including tickets and reserved seating for 4
8 tickets to our end-of-year happy hour
Invitation to a dress rehearsal experience
Thank-you video reel from Vocal Youth to enjoy/share on your social media channels
Gift bag with branded merchandise

Join Now

Champion

The highest level of our Founder’s Circle giving levels receives a special announcement, recognition and enhanced engagement opportunities

$25,000+

Announcement

Dedicated social media post, feature in the newsletter

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Recognition

Presenting sponsorship at end-of-year benefit happy hour and concert

Name and logo recognition on newsletters, website, print, and organizational collateral (e.g. annual report) at giving level

Name and logo recognition on event materials throughout the year at giving level

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Engagement Opportunities

Opportunity to announce the choir at an event
Thank-you video reel from Vocal Youth Miami to enjoy / share on your social media channels

VIP invitation to year-round performances including tickets and reserved seating for 4

10 tickets to our end-of-year happy hour
Invitation to a dress rehearsal experience
Gift bag with branded merchandise

Join Now

Learn more about the impact of our Founder's Circle

View the Presentation

Thank you to our Founder's Circle!

Accelerators ($10,000+)

Mike & Kathy Pappas

Producers ($5,000+)

L Suzanna P. Tweed &
Carlton Tweed Charitable Foundation

Cultivators ($2,500+)

Paul & Beatriz Hicks Charitable Foundation

Tim & Peggy Pappas

Activators ($1,000+)

Ted & Emmalee Bandstra
Mark & Amy Boulris
Frank & Edith Cairol
Ray & Barbara Calev-Moran
Karl & Susana Cetta
Steve & Helida Dodd
Mark & Amy Klingbeil
Robert Kuntz & Josie De Varona
Roberto & Ana McQuattie
The Murray Family
Louis Pino
Paul & Debbie Schwiep
Marte Siebenhar
Rogelio Rivera Mendez & Amerily Clemente Falcon
Michelle L. Thomas
Juan & Cassandra Lopez
Paul & Bertha Pino

*Last updated January 2025

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With the support of the Miami Dade County, Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural, Affairs Council, the Miami Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. Vocal Youth Miami, formerly The Children’s Voice Chorus, is funded in part by the Lady Suzanna P. Tweed and Carlton Tweed Charitable Foundation. Support for Vocal Youth Miami was provided by a grant from the Coral Gables Community Foundation. This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida. Vocal Youth Miami is sponsored in part by the Paul and Beatriz Hicks Foundation. Vocal Youth Miami is funded for capacity building by The Children’s Trust. The Children’s Trust is a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County.