Endowment & Planned Giving
The Wisconsin Philharmonic has four endowment funds which provide support for programs of The Philharmonic and Friends of Note. Donor contributions may be directed to any of these four existing funds. The Endowment Board, appointed annually by The Wisconsin Philharmonic Board of Directors, oversees the investment of funds, distribution of earnings and development of contributions for the Endowment Funds.
- The General Endowment Fund provides income to support the general operations of The Philharmonic. Contributions to this restricted fund are invested to preserve the principal in perpetuity. Earnings of the fund may be used to support The Philharmonic’s budget. Gifts to this permanent fund help to preserve the future of classical music in our communities.
- The James and Dorothy Goff Frisch Endowment Fund was created to honor The Wisconsin Philharmonic founding members, James and Dorothy Goff Frisch. The contributions to this permanent fund are invested to preserve the principal, with the earnings used to offset the expenses of a concert soloist.
- The Friends of Note Education Investment Fund provides funding for the educational programs of The Wisconsin Philharmonic and Friends of Note.
- The Anthony W. Bryant Scholarship Fund supports an annual scholarship awarded by competitive audition to a graduating high school senior with a declared major in music.
Planned Giving
The Wisconsin Philharmonic’s Planned Giving Programs are designed to ensure that the music you have treasured throughout your lifetime will live on for future generations. Planned giving offers personal benefits to the donor and organizational benefits to The Philharmonic. The Wisconsin Philharmonic Board of Directors encourages supporters to consider a legacy gift to The Wisconsin Philharmonic and Friends of Note Endowment Funds.
Contact The Wisconsin Philharmonic office at 262-547-1858 for further information.