Join our Giving Programme
Gifts made to the NZSO Foundation have a direct impact on inspiring a love for orchestral music throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
We invite you to join a proud community which contributes to the future of orchestral music in New Zealand and supports profound musical experiences for people of all ages across the country.
Up to $249
All donations of $5 and above will receive a receipt and qualify for a tax rebate of 33.3%.
Minuet ($250-$499)
Receive acknowledgement on our website and an invitation to a hospitality event during the season (Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch).
Sonata ($500-$999)
Receive acknowledgement on our website and an invitation to a hospitality event during the season (pre-concert hospitality is offered in Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch).
Artist Circle ($1,000-$2,499)
Offers the same opportunities as donors up to $999 as well as access to a donor pre-sale period at season launch, increased hospitality invitations and rehearsal experiences (Auckland and Wellington).
Orchestra Circle ($2,500-$4,999)
Offers the same opportunities as donors up to $2,499, invitations to all VIP pre-concert hospitality events, open rehearsals and other behind-the-scenes opportunities.
Virtuoso Circle ($5,000-$9990)
Offers the same opportunities as donors up to $4,999, and invitations to a broader range of behind-the-scenes experiences and private NZSO hospitality events with musicians and management away from concert halls. Gifts at this level also include with the opportunity to sponsor an NZSO musician, or contribute to a brand-new orchestral commission.
Maestro Circle ($10,000+)
All of the above, and the opportunity to sponsor Principal NZSO Musicians, and align with selected guest soloists. NZSO Maestro donors also have the opportunity to book NZSO musicians for private events and are recognised as major champions of the NZSO.
Fortissimo Circle ($25,000+)
The Fortissimo Circle helps the NZSO bring the best international soloists to Aotearoa New Zealand and contribute to our international reputation. Fortissimo donors enjoy a truly bespoke engagement with the NZSO and are offered behind-the-scenes opportunities with visiting artists including meet and greets, private dinners and exclusive rehearsal experiences.
Join Our Musicians' Chair Circle (from $5,000)
NZSO Musician’s Chair Sponsors are our greatest ambassadors, with all funds directly underpinning our artistic programme.
A gift from $5,000 unlocks the ability to partner with a musician for unique opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of our art form, and forge a long-lasting personal connection with our orchestra.
He toi whakairo, he mana tangata. Where there is artistic excellence, there is human dignity.
This is what the NZSO gives us. Let’s make sure future generations can experience this gift, too.
Dame Patsy Reddy GNZM CVO QSO DStJ Chair, The NZSO Foundation
Contact Us
If you would like to discuss supporting the NZSO, please contact:
Carleen Ebbs
carleen.ebbs@nzso.co.nz