Individual Support
Annual Membership puts you at the centre of the PRISMA experience. This is your chance to go behind the scenes in the artistic process, meet like-minded people in your community and watch as dozens of talented students unite each June to become the PRISMA Festival Orchestra.
A multi-year commitment to our Musical Merit Fund supports international music excellence and shapes the careers of young orchestral musicians by helping them attend our summer academy.
Pledging your support through Planned Gifts, Bequests & Securities is a great way to ensure the music plays on for generations to come. So is a one-time Donation.
And, of course, time is one of the most generous gifts of all. Volunteering is greatly appreciated, with many opportunities available from ushering to wine pouring to homestay hosting! To become a volunteer, sign up here. For more information, scroll down.
Annual Membership
PRISMA’s annual membership fee is $50 per person.
All members have voting privileges at PRISMA’s Annual General Meeting, and will receive advance notice of special events including members-only early ticket access.
Additional Support Levels
PRISMA is proud to offer a wide range of support levels to complement your annual membership. All options listed below include an annual membership. Tax receipts will be issued for the support level less the value of the benefits as per the Canada Revenue Agency receipting requirements.
Solo
- One ticket to Lafayette String Quartet Concert (June 13)
- PRISMA Membership for individual
Duo
- Two tickets to Lafayette String Quartet Concert (June 13)
- PRISMA Membership for up to 2 people
Friend
- All benefits of the Duo level
- Two tickets to an additional festival event(s) of your choosing
- PRISMA Membership for up to 2 people
Patron
- Two Festival Passes
- Complimentary beverage tickets (1 per concert per pass)
- PRISMA Membership for up to 2 people
Benefactor
- All benefits of the Patron level
- PRISMA membership for up to 2 people
Encore Club
- All benefits of the Benefactor level
- 1 PRISMA season poster autographed by distinguished guest artists
- 1 Collectible PRISMA tote bag
- PRISMA Membership for up to 2 people
Maestro’s Circle
- All benefits of the Encore Club level
- Two Festival Guest Passes
- Invitation for 2 to an intimate gourmet meal with the maestro
- 1 specially curated PRISMA merchandise pack
- PRISMA membership for up to 2 people
Musical Merit Fund
You might never know it from the audience, but some of the most gifted musicians at PRISMA have faced the greatest financial obstacles. Our Musical Merit Fund (MMF) is the key to making our academy accessible to deserving students who meet or exceed the competitive enrolment requirements but cannot otherwise afford the cost of tuition, meals and lodging.
The MMF is an essential part of PRISMA’s growth strategy and requires a three-year commitment at your support level of choice. As a PRISMA member, you are part of a growing family that supports international music excellence and shapes the careers of young orchestral musicians.
In addition, if your combined annual contribution exceeds the threshold of your membership category, you will automatically be upgraded to the next level. For example, if you are currently a Patron level member, and contribute an additional $500/year to the Musical Merit Fund on a three-year commitment, you will become a Benefactor level member with the specified additional PRISMA benefits.
PRISMA’s students, guest artists, board and staff, and volunteers appreciate your support!
Please click here to make a donation to the MMF. If you have any questions, please contact PRISMA’s Membership Manager.
Planned Gifts, Bequests & Securities
There are many ways to support the work and mission of PRISMA through legacy giving, including:
• gifts of securities (see below)
• gifts left in your will
• RRSP/RRIF
• life insurance
• annuities that provide income to you during your lifetime
• gifts made through retirement plans
• real estate and other property
Please contact us to learn more.
Endowment Fund
Our Founding Sponsors established an endowment fund for PRISMA held at Gift Funds Canada Foundation to provide for the long term financial success of our organization. The capital of our endowment fund remains untouched, and only the income from the fund is used for our ongoing programs and services. We are still building our Endowment Fund and accepting gifts from donors who want to contribute in this way.
Securities
Give stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other publicly-traded securities. If you have publicly traded securities in your portfolio that would generate a substantial taxable gain if sold, consider donating securities. You will receive a tax receipt for the full market value of the securities at the closing trading price on the day they are received and will not owe capital gains tax on the advantage of the securities from the cost base. PRISMA will receive the net value of the sale of the securities less brokerage commission. The tax advantage to donating the securities vs. selling the securities and then donating the cash proceeds is substantial.
Donations
PRISMA is a Canadian registered charity, committed to keeping classical music traditions alive and flourishing. Your donation, made by one of the four methods below, helps us keep and grow the PRISMA Festival and Academy. All donations over $25.00 will receive a tax receipt.
BY PHONE Call us at: 1-855-5PRISMA (1-855-577-4762)
BY CHEQUE Write a cheque payable to PRISMA with the memo “Donation” and send to: Suite 9-4313 Alberta Ave. Powell River BC V8A 5G7
BY E-TRANSFER Easily transfer your donation via Interac E-transfer from your bank to PRISMA – payment@prismafestival.com
Volunteering
Volunteers are the lifeblood of PRISMA. They contribute to the community by supporting students, guest artists and audience members and also play an important role in community outreach and school education programs. To become a volunteer, sign up here.
PRISMA volunteers get to meet new friends and spend time with old friends who share their appreciation of fine music. In recognition for their time, volunteers will earn complimentary access to concerts.
PRISMA is currently seeking volunteers in the following areas:
• Ushering
• Box Office Support
• Stage Crew
• Driving
• Food & Beverage Service
• Merchandise Sales
• Homestay Hosting (Click here to learn more about what is required.)
With our move towards free tuition for as many students as possible with the Musical Merit Fund, we are in need of more homestay hosts than ever! Our students come to Powell River from all over the world, and the community is frequently cited as one of their favourite parts of the festival. If you’re interested in billeting a student or two or have any questions about the process, we encourage you to contact us.
Here’s what homestay hosts Madeleine and Fraser Field said about their experience hosting PRISMA students in recent years:
“Hosting a PRISMA home stay student is easy. The students are mature and look after themselves, and PRISMA provides their lunches and dinners. Just breakfast and a ride to and from the Complex needed. The benefits? Beautiful music in the house, meeting some of these talented young people, and helping PRISMA–win-win!”
