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The Harmony Foundation, a
not-for-profit organization, was incorporated in 1959 as a
charitable subsidiary of the
Barbershop Harmony Society
.
Highlights from 2007
- A total of $450,000 was given through Harmony Foundation International during 2007 to support the Barbershop Harmony Society’s programs.
- The Donor Choice option provided annual-giving donors a means of designating up to 30% of a gift to their chapter and/or district. In 2007, $110,000 was designated through donor choice to support chapters and districts.
- Twenty-three Chapters and Districts received subsidies for sponsoring Harmony Explosion Camps and Youth Harmony Workshops that shared barbershop harmony with more than 2,000 kids and educators.
- The Foundation funded the Bank of America Collegiate Quartet Competition.
- 125 chorus directors received full scholarships to attend Director’s College.
- Two college quartets received full scholarships to attend Harmony College for intensive coaching.
- Collegiate tours, sponsored by the Foundation, introduced close harmony to hundreds of students on college campuses.
- Thousands of pieces of barbershop music were given to high school music educators and students.
- The President’s Council, a leadership annual giving program saw continued growth, with 468 memberships at the end of 2007. 90% of existing members renewed and many increased their level of giving.
- The Ambassador of Song annual giving program provides every member with an opportunity to support barbershop programs. For as little as five dollars a month, you can support these vital programs.
Harmony Foundation is a
501(c)(3) organization. Your contributions are tax
deductible to the full extent of the law. |
