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The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra is a professional, non-profit organization committed to enriching the wellbeing of the greater Hamilton region. Support from our community is essential to the long-term sustainability of our community programming, providing engaging and accessible performance and educational opportunities to all. Consider donating today to support the arts in your community. 

Your gift contributes to providing inspiring orchestral experiences on and off the Mainstage. Donors to the HPO receive the following benefits throughout the season.  

*Please note each giving level includes benefits from the previous levels. 

FRIENDS OF THE HPO  

Invitation to a private event with HPO Music Director  

FRIEND ($100 to $250) 

  • Recognition in all mainstage concert programs  
  • Donor updates from the Executive Director and Music Director  
  • Recognition in our Annual Report  
  • Tax receipt for all donations $20 and up


SUPPORTER ($250 to $499) 

  • Recognition in all mainstage concert programs  
  • Donor updates from the Executive Director and Music Director  
  • Recognition in our Annual Report  
  • Tax receipt for all donations $20 and up 

AMBASSADOR ($500 to $999) 

  • Invite a friend! Two complimentary tickets to an Off-the-Mainstage performance, including the Talk & Tea series 
  • An invitation to our Annual General Meeting 
  • Copy of Annual Report 

CONDUCTOR’S CIRCLE 

 LEADER ($1,000 to $2,499) 

  • Access to the exclusive Conductor’s Circle Lounge  at FirstOntario Concert Hall pre-concert and during intermission 
  • Complimentary coat check at HPO events at FirstOntario Concert Hall  
  • Invitations to Conductor’s Circle events throughout the season 
  • Invitation to bring a friend to one mainstage rehearsal  

APPLAUSE ($2,500 to 4,999) 

  • Invitation to exclusive behind-the-scenes event 

PATRON ($5,000 to $9,999) 

  • Invitation to a private event with HPO Composer-in-Residence 

BENEFACTOR ($10,000 to $14,999):  

  • Invitation to a private event with HPO Music Director  

VISIONARY ($15,000+)

  • Invitation to a private event with HPO Music Director  

MUSICIANS’ CHAIR  SPONSORSHIP *SPECIAL DESIGNATION 

Principal Chair Sponsor ($3,000) 

Section Sponsor ($2,000) 

Show your love for your HPO musicians with a dedicated sponsorship for the season. 

  • Recognition in all mainstage concert programs as Principal or Section Sponsor 
  • Invitation to meet your sponsored musician during the season 

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