Ante Up for Education
Our mission is to build a greater appreciation of jazz in Northern Nevada by providing outstanding big band performances, promoting the artistry of Reno Jazz Orchestra musicians through a variety of ensembles, and supporting jazz education through a mentorship program in middle schools, high schools, and colleges. All combined, we contribute to the vibrancy, diversity, cultural vitality, and quality of our community's artistic life.
Donations for the following sponsorships can be made instantly online:
Sponsor a mentor for a semester: $500
This generous donation will sponsor a single mentor for an entire semester.
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Sponsor an online masterclass: $250
A masterclass in jazz education is an intensive session led by mentors and guest artists, offering in-depth instruction, performance insights, and personalized feedback to aspiring musicians.
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Sponsor one mentor session: $150
This donation will cover costs for a single mentor session.
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Sponsor the entire Jazz in the Schools event: $25,000
If you are interested in sponsoring the full-day event, please email Executive Director, Vernon Scarbrough, or call 775-372-6160.
Sponsor the guest artist: $2,000
If you are interested in sponsoring a guest artist, please email Executive Director, Vernon Scarbrough, or call 775-372-6160.
Sponsor a clinician: $1,000
If you are interested in sponsoring a clinician, please email Executive Director, Vernon Scarbrough, or call 775-372-6160.
Other ways to donate
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- Fans & Partners - Donations from $10 to $999
- Circle of Friends - Donations from $1000 to $20,000+
- Corporate Sponsors - Corporate donations from $1000 - $20,000+
- RJO Legacy Society - Estate Bequests of various types