For over 38 years, we have navigated the natural rise in costs—production expenses, artist lodging, and other essentials—while continuing to deliver the exceptional programming that has made Strings the cornerstone of artistic excellence in our community. Our audiences know that they will experience unforgettable performances, and we have been proud to uphold that commitment.
We want to ensure that Strings remains strong for decades to come.
For the first time in over 20 years, we will be making an adjustment to our donor levels beginning at the $5,000 level.
This change will help cover rising costs while preserving the quality and accessibility that are hallmarks of our organization. The new donor levels will take effect with our 2026 fiscal year on October 1, 2025, and are outlined in the matrix below. In January 2026, we will share our complete updated donor levels and benefits including new donor events.
| Giving Level | Concert Recognition | Presale Access |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000+ | Concert Recognition (Priority 1) + 12 tickets | Donor Presale 1 |
| $25,000–$49,999 | Concert Recognition (Priority 2) + 8 tickets | Donor Presale 1 |
| $12,500–$24,999 | Concert Recognition (Priority 3) + 4 tickets | Donor Presale 1 |
| $6,000–$12,499 | Concert Recognition (Priority 4) + 4 tickets | Donor Presale 1 |
| $3,000–$5,999 | Music on the Green or Family Concert Recognition | Donor Presale 2 |
| Recognition priority determines the order in which donors are matched with available concerts. | ||
| Donors will still have the opportunity to submit their preferred concerts. |