Annual Fund
Just like a beautifully composed symphony, the annual fund is meticulously crafted to ensure that every note resonates with impact.

SUPPORTING THE ANNUAL FUND

It provides crucial financial support that enables the orchestra to fine-tune its performances, bring in world-class musicians, and engage in community programs. From the grand crescendos of the mainstage concerts to the subtle nuances of educational initiatives, the annual fund provides the necessary resources to keep the melody of the Canton Symphony Orchestra playing strong. Supporters of the annual fund are not mere spectators; they are active participants in the creation of a cultural masterpiece. Their contributions become the building blocks of a vibrant and flourishing musical landscape, fostering a sense of community and shared appreciation for the arts. At Canton Symphony Orchestra, we rely on our dedicated donors to help us create, sustain, and grow our programs. When you make a gift to our annual fund, you are providing unrestricted operating support for our programs and access to exceptional orchestral music and arts education in our community.

Ticket sales support only 1/5 of the total cost of our programming. The generosity of our donors keeps the music playing on stage.

The Symphony Society

Our individual donors who contribute to the CSO's annual fund receive benefits when their gift is $50 or more. All giving levels include the benefits listed in the level(s) before them.

Annual Fund Contributors

With deep appreciation, the Canton Symphony Orchestra wishes to thank the following individuals, families, and businesses for their commitment, generosity, and love of music. Their belief in the importance of the Canton Symphony Orchestra as a valued arts organization in Northeast Ohio will allow it to succeed well into the future.

Platinum Baton ($20,000+)

Darwin L. Steele

Golden Baton ($10,000-$19,999+)

Dr. Kenneth Shafer

Maestro's Circle ($2,500-$9,999)

Dennis & Cheryl Fulmer
Larry & Nancy Hoover
Edmond & Donna Kort
Ralph & Joan Leidy
E.A. Mahoney Family Foundation
Roger F. Ream, DDS
James & Patricia Ripple

Virtuoso Circle ($1,000-$2,499)

The Dan M. & Julia B. Belden Charitable Fund
Fred & Nancy Linxweiler
Harry Charles Curtis MacNealy
The W.A. and Nancy H. Maddox Fund
The John B. Nolan Charitable Foundation
Chris & Linda Snyder
Sharon Zimmermann

Concerto Circle ($250-$999)

MJ & Pat Albacete
Keith & Barb Bennett
Laura Bitonte
Richard & Susanne Campbell
Dr. Daniel and Dayna Charlick
Kathleen Cowgill
Tom & Betsy Douce
George Downes Jr. 
Marcella and John Emmons
Diane & John Giua
Chuck & Rosemarie Hoover
Michael & Judi Krew
Jonathan Lalewicz
Cynthia & Steven Lucas
Niel Marks
Bernard & Sally Miner
Gerald & Linda Norton
Larry & Jean Richards
Loren Souers
Timken Co. Charitable and Education Fund
Ralph E. Toalston
Len & Barb Terlizzi
Charles and Karen Violand
Dr. Melinda Wagner & Mr. Seth Rosen
Linda Warren
William L. Woodard
LaMar and Karon Wyse

Prelude Circle ($50-$249)

Scott Berkeley
Mimi Bogard
Loretta E.  Bower
Anonymous
Carl Courtney
Joanne Fox
Dr. Bryan & Kathryn Gerber
Teresa Golden-Mcclelland
Evelyn R. Hewett
Kathleen Fernandez Hillibish
Gloria A. Kuhl
In loving memory of Linda Gordon
Bruce & Maira Liliestedt
Karen Loy
Mary Lou Milligan
Ray Morgenstern
Darin & Ramona Nissley
Tom & Nancy Okonak
Peggy “Meg”  Peretzky
Rosemary Rubin
Bryan J. Short
Nancy Schoenbaum
Beth Toalston
Avis Thrash
Ronald R. Young