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.

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Maestro Society
$25,000 and above

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Become a Maestro Society Member and enjoy:

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

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

  • Invitation for TWO to: 

    • 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 Closing Night Party at Epstein Family Amphitheater (June 27, 2026)

    • Intermission Donor Lounges at The Conrad

    • “Meet the Concertmasters”
      An interactive discussion led by Maestro Michael Francis and some of North America’s greatest Concertmasters  (June 2026)

    • One Private Rehearsal of the All-Star Orchestra at The Conrad (June 2026)

  • Personal ticketing concierge 

  • Listing on the Mainly Mozart website

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

  • First opportunity to participate in Mainly Mozart’s Encore Travel events

  • 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

  • Steve & Sue Hart

  • Jack McGrory

  • Patricia & Christopher Weil

Recognizing Gifts of $50,000+

  • Raffaella Belanich

  • Dwight Hare & Stephanie Bergsma

  • Susan & Joel Buxbaum

  • Carol & Jeff Chang

  • Linda & Richard Claytor

  • Silvija* & Brian Devine

  • Helen Hodges

  • Susan & Dr. Ronald Heller

  • Joan* & Irwin Jacobs

    Joan* & Irwin Jacobs

  • Brita & Dr. Charles Tesar

  • Gretchen Vik & Larry Clapper*

Recognizing Gifts of $25,000+

  • Joyce Gattas & Jay Jeffcoat

    Joyce Gattas & Jay Jeffcoat

  • Valerie Jacobs & Norm Hapke

    Valerie Jacobs & Norm Hapke

  • Jo Ann Kilty

  • Anita Nesser

    Anita Nesser

  • Alexandra Pearson & Paul Meschler

  • Sandra Timmons & Rick Sandstrom

  • Svetlana & Matthew Weil

    Svetlana & Matthew Weil

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.