Why support the Charlotte Children’s Choir?

The Charlotte Children’s choir provides an accessible, comprehensive music education and performance program that serves children in the greater Charlotte community from diverse cultures and economic backgrounds. Our program is founded on the highest standards of artistic excellence.  The Chorus sets challenging goals and teaches the skills necessary to reach those goals.  This fusion of art and skills –discipline, self-confidence, teamwork, perseverance, respect for others – "Prepares children for the performance of a lifetime!"

Facts and Figures

  • Serves 250 singers from over 100 public /private schools representing two states and nine counties. 
  • Six ensembles receive over 100 hours of high caliber musical instruction and vocal training per season. 
  • Repertoire spans centuries consisting of music ranging from Renaissance motets to contemporary compositions, from Baroque music to folk melodies from around the world in various languages. 
  • 300 activities annually reach 30,000-50,000 people locally and internationally. 
  • The Choir has 29% minority representation, including African-American, Hispanic, Asian-American and other minorities, and covers a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds.
  • About 15 % receive need-based scholarships.
  • Annual budget of $500,000

2009-2010 Income Breakdown
Tuition, tickets & performance fees   30%
CCC Merchandise                           12% 
Foundation/Grants*                        28%
Other                                            5%           
Individuals                                    25%
*Includes support from the Arts and Science Council

There are a number of ways you can support the Charlotte Children’s Choir:
 Individual donations
 Corporate donations
Season Advertiser
 Buy Concert tickets
 Buy Merchandise

Individual Donations

Your dollars are not just a gift to the arts in Charlotte; they are an investment in a child’s future.  Without the support of individual donors the Chorus’ extensive programs simply could not continue. However you choose to contribute, your support makes a difference.

Donor Levels

  Friend of the Choir up to $99
  Chorister $100 to $249
  Chamber Circle $250 to $499
  Director’s Circle $500 to $999
  Conductor’s Circle $1,000 to $4,999
  Maestro’s Guild $5,000 +

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Other Ways to Give:

Matching Gifts
Does your employer offers a matching gift program? Contact the Human Resource department at your company.

Gifts of Stock
Another great way to support Charlotte Children’s Choir  is through the giving of long-term, appreciated stock or mutual fund shares. They are easy to donate and make a lasting contribution to the organization.  Contact the Nancina Pope, 704-374-1892 #22 to get instructions for donating stock or other securities.

Planned Giving   
A bequest or planned gift to benefit the Charlotte Children’s Choir provides a lasting gift to the children, audiences and musicians of tomorrow.  Designate the Charlotte Children’s Choirs as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy, retirement plan, or living trust.  For more information, contact Nancina Pope, 704-374-1892 #22.