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Why support OYS?

Every gift made to the Olathe Youth Symphony (OYS) has a positive impact on tour talented young musicians. Regardless of the size of the gift,  your generosity helps support the development of our young members while they explore the endless possibilities music can bring to their lives. Student participation fees meet many of the expenses associated with the OYS program. However, as a non-profit organization, the OYS could not provide our young musicians with a rich musical experience without the generosity of our donors! Individuals, foundations, corporations and in-kind services support the OYS experience! 

YOU MAY NOT KNOW THAT:

  • Over 200 young musicians audition for placement in one of our orchestras each year.
  • Any student that successfully auditions for membership in the program is accepted, regardless of ability to pay.
  • 60 to 70 hours of instruction is provided for musicians each year.
  • Nearly all of our young musicians go on to higher education each year.


WHAT YOUR TAX-DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION SUPPORTS:

  • Scholarships to students with a financial need.
  • Specialty instruments, music, and equipment that benefits the students of our growing program.
  • Purchasing concert spaces, securing guest artists, and other expenses for special events. 
  • Professional clinicians to provide an enriched musical experience for our young musicians. 


Your generous donation in any amount is appreciated! The OYS is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization so 100% of your financial gift is tax-deductible. 

WAYS TO SUPPORT OYS!

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MONETARY DONATIONS

 Student participation fees meet many of the expenses associated with the OYS program. However, as a non-profit organization, the OYS could not provide our young musicians with a rich musical experience without the generosity of donations. The OYS is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization so 100% of your financial gift is tax-deductible. We appreciate monetary donations from:

· Businesses and organizations 

· Individual donors 


You can designate your donation in one of three areas:

~ Area of Greatest Need: Purchasing concert spaces, purchasing music, purchasing an instrument, securing a sectional coach, securing a guest artist, and/or general business operations. 

~ Sponsoring an OYS Student/Financial Aid; $200/per year/per student 

~ Senior Scholarships: Annually, after OYS Board review, 2-3 scholarships are awarded to OYS seniors for their 1styear of college. Students must be majoring or minoring in some aspect of music or music education. The one-year scholarships are typically $500 - $1000 each.

MONETARY DONATION PROCESS

ALSO AVAILABLE:

*Tribute donations: Made in honor (birthday, anniversary, graduation, etc.) or in memory of someone.

*Employer Match: Some employers will also match your gift, thereby doubling its impact! Check with your Human Resources department to see whether your employer has a matching gift program, or we can contact the department for you. 


Olathe Youth Symphony is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, and your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. 

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VOLUNTEER

DONATE AN INSTRUMENT

DONATE AN INSTRUMENT

Donate your time and talents to support OYS!  Whether you are interested in helping to keep our music library organized and updated, setting up the stage for concerts, and/or assisting with special events, your help is critical and welcomed! 


*CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.

DONATE AN INSTRUMENT

DONATE AN INSTRUMENT

DONATE AN INSTRUMENT

 Want to sponsor the purchase of an OYS owned instrument? We are always looking to expand our percussion equipment. Give the gift of music! 


OYS also accepts good quality instruments. If you have an instrument that you or your children are no longer use, please consider donating it. There is a young musician in our community who could use it. 


*A letter acknowledging your gift will be sent to you for tax purposes. 

Note: Instruments that cannot be used by the OYS will be donated to the 

Olathe District through the Olathe Public Schools Foundation which operates the 

Dr. B. Musical Instrument Fund. 

HELP OYS KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING!

Every gift made to OYS has a positive impact on Olathe's talented youth and the future of classical music. Whether you give ten dollars or ten thousand, you are supporting the development of a young person while they explore their infinite possibilities in music.


Olathe Youth Symphony is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, and your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. 

3 Easy Steps to Donate! 

Select BECOMING A DONOR above! 

Thank you to our '22-'23 Season DONORS!

click to CHECK OUT OUR DONORS IN THE WINTER CONCERT PROGRAM!

2022-2023 SEASON DONORS

MAESTRO CIRCLE $2,500+

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

PRESENTING SPONSORS

Absolute Retirement Solutions

Olathe School District - In-Kind; Host District*

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

EVENT SPONSORS

Anonymous Donor

Dr. Alison Banikowski* 

Texanna Ollenberger* 

Wyatt Violin*

CONCERT MASTER $500+

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

PRINCIPAL PLAYER $250+

Baker University - Music & Theater 

Culver's Olathe - 

 Kari & Gary Strom Owners

Dr. Tes Mehring

PRINCIPAL PLAYER $250+

CONDUCTOR CORNER $1,000+

PRINCIPAL PLAYER $250+

Dr. Earl and Pam Martin* 

Harlan C. Parker State Farm*

Jamie & Eric Banks

KC Strings*

Ken & Joyce Roberts

KU School of Music

Meyer Music*

MidAmerica Nazarene University

REW Music* (+In-Kind Donations)

Sage Psychological Services

Sara & Brent Smitko

Suzann Geringer

Tome Venture

University of Saint Mary 

Mark Wood

SOLOIST $100+

FRIEND $50 - $99

FRIEND $50 - $99

Black Dog Bass Works

Blue Dot Design Homes .................Kyle Rogler

Blues to Bach

Brian & Michelle Olson

Del Kapitan*

Dr. B. Musical Instrument Fund*

Family Eye Care*

Olathe Band Instrument* 

Olathe Health*

Olathe T-Shirt & Trophy



FRIEND $50 - $99

FRIEND $50 - $99

FRIEND $50 - $99

Christina & David Wood

Erin & Jeff Boss

Jiyoung Jun & Greg Austin

Megan & Scott Vespestad

Patsy & Ken Lucas-Allenbrand

Priya & Prem Patrao

IN-KIND SPONSORS

FRIEND $50 - $99

IN-KIND SPONSORS

Kreamer Armey Wait & Bottaro -

Franklin Taylor, Attorney


Olathe Arts Alliance* 


TRIBUTE GIFTS

FRIEND $50 - $99

IN-KIND SPONSORS

IN HONOR OF

Dr. Tes Mehring




IN MEMORY OF

Aaron Watkins

Max and Tease Green*






*LEGACY DONORS: Those who have donated for 5 years+ 

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Olathe Youth Symphony

PO Box 4431, Olathe, KS 66063

olatheyouthsymphony@gmail.com

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Olathe Youth Symphony is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

OYS | PO Box 4431, Olathe, KS 66063

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