Maestro Society

Mainly Mozart’s Maestro Society recognizes donors who have committed annual gifts of $25,000 and above. These gifts are critical to the ongoing operation of Mainly Mozart and allow us to present our many programs and performances to the benefit of San Diego and our surrounding communities.

Maestro Society
$25,000 and above

Become a Maestro Society Member and enjoy:

  • Prominent photo recognition on LED Screens displayed at all All-Star Orchestra Festival concerts

  • Prominent photo recognition in the All-Star Orchestra Festival concert program

  • Invitation for TWO to: 

    • Exclusive Maestro Society lunch with Maestro Michael Francis

    • Exclusive Conductor’s Experience, on stage with Maestro Michael Francis (limited to $50,000+ donors)

    • Club Amadeus membership*, including an invitation to three (3) Private in-home Club Amadeus Salon Concerts (November, April, August)

    • All-Star Orchestra Post-Concert Opening Night Party at The Conrad (June 18, 2025)

    • All-Star Orchestra Post-Concert Closing Night Party at Epstein Family Amphitheater (June 28, 2025)

    • “Meet the Concertmasters”
      An interactive discussion led by Maestro Michael Francis and some of North America’s greatest Concertmasters  (June 2025)

    • “Coffee and Chat” event with All-Star Orchestra Festival Concertmaster, Mainly Mozart CEO Nancy Laturno, Board Members, and Senior Staff

  • Listing on the Mainly Mozart website

  • Hosted valet parking, preferred assigned seating, and designated VIP parking space where applicable for all events & concerts. 

  • VIP Expedited Entry for all All-Star Orchestra Festival concerts

  • Access to Early Bird ticket buying and event notices 

  • Recognition in All-Star Orchestra Festival concert programs

  • 100% tax-deductibility

*Limited Club Amadeus membership are available for $1,000 per person

Recognizing Gifts of $100,000+

  • Joann Clark

  • Dr. Ronald & Susan Heller

Recognizing Gifts of $50,000+

  • Raffaella Belanich

  • Joan & Irwin Jacobs

  • Al Spector & Tatjana Soli

  • Patricia & Christopher Weil

Recognizing Gifts of $25,000+

  • Dr. Johan & Sevil Brahme

  • Brian & Silvija Devine

  • Anne Adair & Steven Ganzberg

  • Dwight Hare & Stephanie Bergsma

  • Steve & Sue Hart

  • Helen Hodges

  • Jo Ann Kilty

  • Jack McGrory

  • Alexandra Pearson & Paul Meschler

Ways to Give

  • Your gift may qualify for donor benefits such as invitations to private events. Click here to donate online.

  • Send check made payable to “Mainly Mozart” 404 Euclid Ave, Suite 221, San Diego, CA 92114

  • If you would like to lock in your donor benefit level, but would rather not pay it all at once, you can make a Donation Pledge. If you would like to commit to a donation pledge or if you have any questions regarding your contribution, contact our Donor Services team at 619-239-0100 ext. 306 or gifts@mainlymozart.org.

    Your annual benefit level will be valid from the date of your pledge.

  • Avoid capital gains taxes on appreciated securities by transferring them directly to Mainly Mozart and receive a charitable deduction*. Contact accounting.mm@mainlymozart.org for easy transfer information.

  • The charitable IRA rollover, or the qualified charitable distribution (QCD), is a special provision allowing donors age 70 ½ and older to exclude from taxable income – and count toward their required minimum distribution (RMD) – certain transfers of Individual Retirement Account (IRA) assets that are made directly to nonprofits including Mainly Mozart. Click HERE for more information.

  • Contact accounting.mm@mainlymozart.org to make a gift from your donor advised fund.

  • Vehicle donation pick-up is always free to you and most vehicles can be picked up within 24-72 hours. You'll receive an initial car donation receipt upon pick-up and then our team will work to turn your car into cash to support our cause. Once your vehicle is sold, we will provide you proper tax forms in time to file. Our friendly Donor Support Representatives are here 7 days a week to assist throughout the process.

    Click here to learn more or to donate.

  • A Legacy Gift is a lasting investment to ensure that Mainly Mozart can continue to bring world-class music to San Diego and educate future generations of young musicians.

    Click here to learn more.