The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida is headed into its 12th season, and we are reaching more people than ever with our messages of love and inclusion. Join us today on our journey to make your community a better place through the power of music.
Together, Let's Build a Better Future for All People
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The GMCSF Choral Society
Our annual donors are the foundation of our stability and the fuel for our future. Below are our giving levels and the accompanying benefits.
Friend (up to $99) Program and website listing
Supporter ($100 to $249) Program and website listing
Patron ($250 to $499) Program and website listing
Supporter ($100 to $249) Program and website listing
Patron ($250 to $499) Program and website listing
Benefactor ($500 to $999) Concierge ticket service & program and website listing
The Conductor's Circle
Conductor’s Circle donors form the foundation for future growth and financial stability of the Chorus. With your annual support totaling $1,000 or more, you reap additional exclusive benefits including invitations to special events, and opportunities to mingle with our singers and guest artists. We are excited to present an expanded suite of exclusive benefits for our Conductor’s Circle donors. These gifts are an investment in our future. They foster artistic excellence and guarantee that the voices of the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida will be heard in the years to come.
| Stakeholder ($1,000-$1,499) Concierge Ticket Service Program and Website Listing Invitation for Conductor's Circle Receptions Conductor's Circle Newsletter Priority Access to Season Tickets and the Best Seats |
Director ($1,500-$2,499) All Benefits of Prior Levels, Plus: VIP Parking* Invitation to One Rehearsal & Wine Reception *Parking subject to availability |
Producer ($2,500-$4,999 All Benefits of Prior Levels, Plus: Invitation to the Chorus End-of-Year Dinner Member for a Moment: Sit Among the Members During a Rehearsal |
| Diva ($5,000-$9,999) All Benefits of Prior Levels, Plus: Private Performance by a Soloist* Invitation to Join the Chorus at Their Annual Retreat *Must be scheduled 60 days in advance; subject to availability | Composer ($10,000-$19,999) All Benefits of Prior Levels, Plus: Private Performance by Tropical Wave* Private VIP Dinner with Artistic Director & Executive Director Acknowledgement from the Stage Featured Donor E-blast *Must be scheduled 60 days in advance; subject to availability | Maestro ($10,000-$19,999) All Benefits of Prior Levels, Plus: Photo and Bio in Program Once During the Season Donor Highlight Feature on Website Social Media Highlight Once During the Season |
Tax Benefits
The Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida, Inc, is a 501(c)(3) not for profit arts organization, meaning that your donation is tax deductible as allowed by state and federal law.
Fidelity Charitable, one of the largest Donor Advised Funds in the US, has resources on their website about tax strategies that allow maximum tax benefits for the donor while still providing for charities like The Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida.
The CARES Act of 2020 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 permits individuals to deduct $300 and couples $600 from their income in tax years 2020 and 2021.
There are additional tax benefits for making charitable contributions.
I welcome the opportunity to meet with you and personally help you identify a giving opportunity that meets your interests.
Mark B. Kent
Executive Director
mkent@gmcsf.org
(954) 763-2266, Ext. 109
THE GAY MEN'S CHORUS OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., (FEIN #27-3533074) IS A NONPROFIT 501(C)3 CORPORATION. CONTRIBUTIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE TO THE FULL EXTENT OF THE LAW. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435- 7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.