Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Valley Symphony Orchestra
Legal Name (if Different): South Texas Symphony Association
Also Known As: VSO
Mailing Address: PO Box 2832
City: McAllen
State: Texas
Postal Code: 78502
Main Phone: 956-661-1615
Main Fax:
Organization Website: valleyorchestra.org
Employer ID Number: 74-1939277
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)3

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 04/10/24
Requested Amount: $7,000

Project Title: Valley Symphony Orchestra 2024/25 Season
Project Description:

The Valley Symphony Orchestra’s (VSO) upcoming 2024-2025 programming, set at the esteemed McAllen Performing Arts Center, presents a season of cultural richness and diversity. Starting from November 2024 through April 2025, the lineup promises an array of classical favorites, family-oriented shows, including the highly anticipated A Touch of Frost holiday spectacle with the VSO Chorale, and a lively pops performance.

Beyond entertainment, our commitment extends to enriching the community by fostering creativity and inspiring the younger generation to embrace the arts. For over two decades, our Education Concerts have provided invaluable exposure to thousands of students, many of whom experience their first live orchestral performance through our program. Recent feedback indicates a significant impact on attendees, with the majority expressing their first-time attendance at both the McAllen Performing Arts Center and a professional live music event.

The new VSO Creative Youth Initiative aims to expand educational outreach in regional schools through innovative programming. Leveraging the expertise of bilingual educators within our orchestra, we strive to make arts education more accessible and engaging for our community’s youth.

Our Partners in Education program ensures access to our Masterworks concerts for high school students and their families at a reduced rate, thanks to the generous support of donors and sponsors. Additionally, initiatives like Educator and Student Rush Tickets offer discounted options, further democratizing access to our performances.

By prioritizing accessibility and inclusivity, the Valley Symphony Orchestra continues to serve as a cornerstone of cultural enrichment and community engagement in the McAllen and Rio Grande Valley area. We are dedicated to providing a platform for artistic expression and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts in our community.

Total Project Budget: 1,050,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Rea Charitable Trust, Corning Foundation, Alice Kleburg Foundation, Texas Commission on the Arts, City of McAllen, PNC Foundation, AEP Foundation, HEB Community Trust

Project Duration: June 1, 2024 – May 31, 2025
Geographical Area Served: Hidalgo County, Texas
Age Group To Be Served: All

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Angelika
Contact Last Name: Gualberto
Contact Title: Development Manager
Contact Phone: 956-616-4998
Contact Email: angelika.gualberto@valleyorchestra.org