Peoria-Area Community Impact Guide 2022-2023

PEORIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

101 State Street Peoria, IL 61602 Phone: (309) 671-1096 Email: patronservices@peoriasymphony.org.

To entertain, educate, and inspire through music. The Peoria Symphony Orchestra presents excellent live musical performances, innovative music education programs, and engaging community outreach efforts, which significantly impact the cultural life of Central Illinois.

Website : peoriasymphony.org Facebook : @peoriasymphony Twitter : @peoriasymphony Instagram : @peoriasymphony.

LinkedIn : Peoria Symphony Orchestra YouTube : Peoria Symphony Orchestra KEY STAFF: Anthony Marotta, Executive Director George Stelluto, Music Director Priscilla Slaughter, Director of Development and Patron Engagement MacKenzie Taylor, Director of Marketing and Communications Michelle Seibert, Artistic Operations and Community Engagement Manager Shannon Ganzevoort, Patron Services Manager Kelly Garrett, Data Specialist Leslie Kierski, Financial Records BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Brian Buralli, President Thomas Schlink, Vice President Robert Parkhurst, Treasurer Pam Orear, Secretary Daryl R. Dagit, Immediate Past President Kim Brooks-Miller Sink Bridget Burke Stan Butler Keila Sierra Cintron

VALUES Excellence: We commit to the highest artistic and professional standards in everything we do; Sustainability: We strive to develop far-sighted leadership, prudent allocation of available resources, and a high degree of accountability to ensure long term success for the PSO. Collaboration: We connect with our community through meaningful, relevant, fun musical experiences. Integrity: We believe in honesty and transparency regarding our business operations and communications with stakeholders. Gratitude: We recognize the significant history of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra and seek opportunities to thank and recognize those who support it and those who provide vision and leadership to ensure its bright future. WHAT WE DO The Peoria Symphony Orchestra presents seven excellent concerts per season, educational programs throughout the central Illinois region, and community outreach efforts to help spread themission and vision of the PSO. DID YOU KNOW? Did you know that the Peoria Symphony Orchestra is not only the 14th oldest symphony in the nation but also is about to celebrate its 125th season!

HOW TO HELP There are many ways you can support the PSO! From an Annual Fund gift, to Underwriting Opportunities or even making a Legacy Gift, the PSO appreciates all in the central Illinois community who support our mission all year long. To learn more about how you support us, visit peoriasymphony.org/support. VISION The Peoria Symphony Orchestra will be widely recognized as the leading professional orchestra in central Illinois with an influence that reaches beyond the region, serving as a national model of innovation, artistic excellence, music education, community collaboration and financial sustainability.

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