Support Us
There are many ways you can show your support: through a one-time donation, joining us as a Friend or Patron, or partnering with us as we redefine access to musical excellence. In doing so, you are ensuring that the next generation of musical leaders will be chosen not by their circumstances but by their talent, dedication, and potential to inspire change through the universal power of music.
What your investment unlocks
$100 - Technological Foundation
Provides reliable technology support that ensures classes run smoothly, connecting students from around the world to their instructors without interruptions.
$250 - Industry Insights
Enables Q&A sessions with industry trailblazers, giving students direct access to the wisdom and experience of established professionals who can guide their career paths.
$500 - Performance Excellence
Supports personalized performance guidance from top principals of renowned orchestras, helping musicians refine their artistry and stage presence.
$1,000 - Masterful Interpretation
Funds repertoire analysis with leading conductors, where students gain deep insights into musical interpretation and learn to bring compositions to life.
$2,500 - Contemporary Innovation
Secures rights to contemporary works for artistic residencies, enabling our fellows to perform new compositions and contribute to the evolving landscape of classical music.
Ways to support
Every donation directly supports:
- Scholarship funds for exceptional musicians who cannot access traditional conservatory education
- Curriculum innovation that bridges classical tradition with 21st-century learning
- Technological infrastructure that makes world-class training accessible globally
- Mentorship programs connecting students with leading international artists
Our Friends & Patrons are a global community of music lovers, performers, educators, and arts advocates who believe in democratizing access to excellence in classical music education.
We partner with companies and institutions that share our commitment to:
- Innovation in arts education
- Global accessibility and inclusion
- Professional development in creative industries
- Cultural bridge-building through music
We welcome support in many forms:
- Masterclass instruction from professional musicians
- Technology services (video production, streaming, software)
- PR, and marketing expertise
- Venue partnerships for residencies and events
Become an Ambassador
- Share our mission within your professional and personal networks
- Host a "house concert" featuring OAcademy fellows
- Provide mentorship or career guidance to graduates
- Connect us with potential corporate partners or collaborators
Your contribution helps us empower musicians to build thriving careers as agents of change.
Transparency & Accountability
OAcademy is an initiative of The Orchestra of the Americas Group, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to the highest standards of financial transparency and donor stewardship.
- 85% of donations directly contribute to program delivery and student support
- 10% supports infrastructure and technology development
- 5% covers administrative and fundraising expenses
Our Commitment
Every year, hundreds of exceptional musicians from around the world compete for OAcademy's Artist Diploma programs. From an international pool of applicants, we select cohorts that represent the diversity of global musical talent. Through their success, they become beacons of possibility for their communities, mentors for younger musicians, and advocates for the transformative power of accessible, world-class musical education.
Get to know the next generation of musical leaders who will reshape the industry.
Social impact is measured through:
- 100 musicians supported through scholarships annually;
- Tracking how our support is advancing professional journeys, e.g. Alumni who pursue and win professional auditions, continue advanced education, gain artistic recognition, and land community leadership roles.
We provide annual impact reports to all donors showing specific outcomes achieved through their support.
Artistic Residency
Flagship program seeking support
Our residencies represent a groundbreaking model for intensive, place-based learning that connects our digital platform with immersive cultural experiences. This program will:
- Provide selected fellows with intensive residency opportunities in cultural centers
- Create cross-cultural artistic collaborations
- Culminate with a public performance showcasing exceptional soloists
- Promote new works by contemporary composers
- Establish sustainable partnerships with local institutions
- Document and share new pedagogical approaches globally
How to Give
Secure Online Donation
Payment Options:
- Credit/Debit Card
- PayPal Giving
- Bank Transfer
- Stock Payment
- US Check (payable to The Orchestra of the Americas Group)
Individual Donations
Immediate Impact, Lasting Change
Every donation directly supports:
- Scholarship funds for exceptional musicians who cannot access traditional conservatory education
- Curriculum innovation that bridges classical tradition with 21st-century learning
- Technological infrastructure that makes world-class training accessible globally
- Mentorship programs connecting students with leading international artists
Your contribution helps us empower musicians to build thriving careers as agents of change.
OAcademy Friends & Patrons Program
Our Friends & Patrons are a global community of music lovers, performers, educators, and arts advocates who believe in democratizing access to excellence in classical music education.
Membership Tiers and Benefits:
Prelude ($100-249 annually)
- Quarterly digital newsletter with exclusive student spotlights and program updates
- Access to recorded masterclass highlights
- Recognition in annual digital program
Étude ($250-499 annually)
Everything in Prelude plus:
- Invitation to showcase performances featuring OAcademy fellows
- Priority registration for public masterclasses
Sonata ($500-999 annually)
Everything in Étude plus:
- Exclusive Q&A sessions with renowned faculty mentors
- Special recognition on website supporters page
Concerto ($1,000+ annually)
Everything in Sonata plus:
- Personalized thank-you video from a current fellow
- Advisory input on program expansion initiatives
Symphony ($2,500+ annually)
Everything in Concerto plus:
- Opportunity to sponsor a specific scholarship recipient
- Invitation to exclusive donor-only events with guest artists
Tiers are billed on the basis of a monthly payment. You will be able to choose the monthly amount that suits your preference.
Corporate & Institutional Partnerships
We partner with companies and institutions that share our commitment to:
- Innovation in arts education
- Global accessibility and inclusion
- Professional development in creative industries
- Cultural bridge-building through music
Partnership opportunities include:
- Program sponsorship (Artistic Residencies, Masterclass series)
- Fellowship naming rights
- Studio naming rights
- Technology infrastructure support
- Customized workshops
- ESG alignment through arts education impact
In-Kind Support
We welcome support in many forms:
- Masterclass instruction from professional musicians
- Technology services (video production, streaming, software)
- PR, and marketing expertise
- Venue partnerships for residencies and events
Contact & Questions
Major Gift Conversations
For donors considering significant contributions ($5,000+), we'd love to discuss your philanthropic goals and how OAcademy can help achieve meaningful impact in arts education and cultural equity.
Tax-deductible donations processed through The Orchestra of the Americas Group (Tax ID: 52-2309214)