Programs
Ways to Grow your Calgary Phil
Thanks to your dedication and enthusiasm, the Calgary Phil continues to connect our communities and celebrate the transformative power of orchestral music. Your generosity is at the heart of the Calgary Phil as we ensure your financial support is more impactful than ever. Individual and corporate support make up 20% of our revenue and have helped sustain the Orchestra for 70 years. There is a wide range of opportunities and initiatives where your investment makes a significant philanthropic impact.
Support the Endowment
The Calgary Philharmonic Foundation is the largest annual supporter of your Calgary Phil, exceeding all levels of government support, and ensures the permanence of the Orchestra and that future generations have access to the power of orchestral music.
Bring world-class artists to our stage
The Naomi + John Lacey Virtuoso program has been bringing world-class artists to perform with your Calgary Phil since 2008, enhancing musical presentations for both audiences and musicians. Many Virtuoso artists also perform at donor recitals or teach masterclasses to aspiring young musicians in our communities.
Support Emerging Artists
The MacLachlan/Ridge Emerging Artist Program helps provide outstanding young Canadian musicians an opportunity to advance their careers by performing with the Orchestra to develop Canada’s next generation of artists.
Greatest Needs
By supporting the Calgary Phil’s Greatest Needs, you are helping to support the overall operations of the Orchestra. For those donors who want to recognize someone special in memoriam, the Joyce and Dick Matthews Philanthropic Program was created in the memory of these dedicated and generous supporters of Calgary Phil for more than 50 years.