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Donor Programs

 

 

Please help us give “The Gift of Music, The Gift of Community”.  We need your help to sustain and thrive.  Every donation matters and builds the opportunities we provide including:

  1. high quality productions from our stages
  2. our award winning free after school music program: El Sistema Aeolian
  3. our Aeolian Pride Choruses
  4. art shows that showcase local artists
  5. community events: often free to the public

It’s been a challenging year with the stresses on our streets, the economy and construction.  Every donation, no matter how small helps us!  We thank you in advance for your consideration of support.

Sincerely,

The Aeolian Team

 

how to Donate

SECURITIES

To give the gift of securities, please complete the PDF form attached herein. To make a donation of securities to Aeolian Hall, you must instruct your broker to transfer your gift electronically, or you may send the securities to us in certificate form. In either case, please inform our contact (see the attachment below) and mail, email or fax the completed Notification of Gift of Securities to Aeolian Hall so that we can thank you, notify the Foundations broker of when to expect your gift and prepare an accurate charitable tax receipt. 

DONATION OF STOCKS & SECURITIES

Leaving a bequest in your Will provides you the opportunity to make a meaningful tribute to represent your love of arts, music and community.

Your gift will have a lasting impact and will go towards building stronger, healthier communities.

Bequests are instrumental in ensuring the longevity of our programs and initiatives.

There are many options for including the Aeolian Hall in your Will. You may leave a percentage of your estate, property, securities or cash. All bequests are receipted with a charitable tax receipt which can help to reduce taxes on your estate. You may also designate the Aeolian as a beneficiary on your life insurance policy, RRSP or other securities (common or preferred).

We strongly recommend consulting with your financial advisor if you are considering a bequest to the Aeolian Hall Musical Ars Association.

Intention to Leave a Gift TO the Aeolian In Your Will

Knowing of your intentions to leave a gift in your Will helps us to plan for our long-term sustainability far into the future and to ensure that your gift is used as you wish. But most of all, we’d like to thank you in advance for your thoughtfulness. Any information that you share with us will remain strictly confidential.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE INTENTION TO LEAVE A GIFT TO THE AEOLIAN IN YOUR WILL FORM.

Naming the Aeolian in your Will

Our legal name is: Aeolian Hall Musical Arts Association

Our charitable registration number is: 866178916 RR0001

It’s up to you to decide how your bequest will be used, however a general gift allows us to direct the monies received to the areas of greatest need.

CLICK BUTTON BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE NAMING THE AEOLIAN IN YOUR WILL FORM.

Making the Gift of Life Insurance

Making a Gift of Life Insurance is a convenient and affordable way to make a sustainable future donation to the Aeolian.

The following options are available:

  • Transfer an existing policy to the Aeolian
  • Transfer a new policy to the Aeolian
  • Name the Aeolian as a direct beneficiary

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE MAKING THE GIFT OF LIFE INSURANCE FORM.

 

Resource for Professional Advisors

We value our close partnerships with our professional advisors including financial advisors, lawyers, trust officers and funeral directors. We are grateful for the impact of your work.

Here are a few resources that will help meet the needs of your clients who want to support the Aeolian.

Legal Name: Aeolian Hall Musical Arts Association

Charitable Registration Number: 866178916 RR0001

Our mailing address is:

795 Dundas Street London, ON N5W 2Z6

PHONE: 519-672-7950

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THIS INFORMATION.

For more information please contact: Bryan Gloyd, General Manager at accounting@theaeolian.ca

Aeolian General Campaign

Spreading Music, Changing Lives

 What would your life be like without music?

Music has the power to inspire, enlighten and transform.  It is a Universal Language that breaks down barriers and speaks to our collective humanity.

The Aeolian believes that everyone should have access to music and the arts.

Help us present excellence in performance and continue to offer and create revolutionary arts programs that build better communities.

Why

  • help sustain and grow the aeolian’s programs including concerts, el sistema aeolian, aeolian pride choruses london, aeolian talks and our art shows
  • help preserve and restore our designated heritage site: the aeolian hall
  • Promote diversity in our programming and foster Social Inclusion and Social Justice in our communities
  • To offer Universal Access to Music, Art, Culture and Education through our free opportunities such as El Sistema Aeolian and Aeolian Talks
  • Maintain our presence locally, nationally and internationally as a top venue in Canada
  • To offer opportunities to our local musicians to perform in a world-class “Legendary” venue
  • To help us purchase new equipment needed for our performance and teaching spaces

WHAT

  • Designated Historical Site: Aeolian Hall (1884)
  • Run by a Canadian Non-Profit Organization with Charitable Status: The Aeolian Hall Musical Arts Association
  • Board Members are highly experienced
  • Voted as Best Live Venue by the Forest City London Music Awards four times
  • Voted by CBC Radio 3 Searchlight Contest as one of the top venues in Canada
  • Small paid staff and large volunteer support

HOW

  • Present Concerts and events with very diverse offerings
  • Offer our facility for rent including special affordable rates for Non-Profit Organizations
  • Supporters include Government, Foundations, Corporate and Individuals
  • Create programming that supports disadvantaged populations
  • Work with Community Partners to help strengthen and grow opportunities in our community
  • Work with newcomers to help give opportunities in our programs and help them find a home in our community

Testimonials

Artist

“Aeolian Hall is a cozy theatre which hosts an abundance of local, national and international artists on their world-class stage…From the hall’s historic décor, artsy volunteers, hard-working staff, local brew, amazing entertainment, and heart-filling acoustics,  the word about Aeolian Hall is being spread far and wide and people are catching on to the gift that London Ontario natives are calling “The place to be for a great night out”. As a business-person, I am impressed by the organizational skills of the staff behind the scenes who work diligently to make sure each show goes without a hitch. Aeolian Hall is a magical place, built on love.  And all who enter its doors will be touched by this magic. It truly is the place to be!”
– Sarah Smith

Volunteer

“I love volunteering at the Hall for a number of reasons. There is an obvious giving back to the community but there is also the Aeolian community itself. The staff and volunteers are a great group of people from diverse backgrounds. We all start here for the love of music and stay for the community we are building.”

– Cindy Thomas

PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

“It means safe fun with people I like, it’s good to be with people of like mind.”

– Candace, Aeolian Pride Choruses London

PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

“I cannot express the impact that El Sistema has had on our family. Ella has blossomed as a confident eight-year-old and is identifying herself as a violin player. She often takes the opportunity to practice and teach her siblings the violin and has expressed her love for music […] Since starting in October of 2013, Ella has been invited to play her violin for various house guests and has been asked to play at several community events. This has enabled her to gain more confidence in her playing abilities and has also allowed her to connect with her emerging talent. El Sistema has truly opened many doors for my daughter, and through her, it is affecting the entire family in a positive way. I cannot express my sincere gratitude for this wonderful program. Many thanks for giving her this life-changing opportunity!” 
– Martha M., Parent of El Sistema Aeolian Student

 

 

2025 aeolian General Campaign Donors

Adam Grant
Ailene Wittstein
Angela Desand
Barbara Robinson
Barbara Scott
Bernie VanDenBelt
Bill Jansen
Bradley McKay
Carole Echlin
David Crawford and Julia Holland
David Johnstone
Deb Laskin-Rich
Debra Gilpin
Dimitrios Nikolakakos
Don Kelly
Dorinda Lewis
Gord and Maria Hardcastle
Gordon Thompson
H Elizabeth Parmeter
Highstreet Asset Management Ltd.
Ian Cooper
James Shreve
Jan Parkinson
Janet Shute
Janet Wombwell
Jennifer Watt
Jerry and Brenda Sagriff
Jill Wilcox
Joel Faflak
Jonathan Stover
Juanita Gomez
Julia Mullins
Julie Fisher
Karen Lilley
Kate Bloxham
Kathy Seguin
Kennedy Kimber-Johnson
Kirk Wallis
Kristen Diotte
Larry Barker
Laurel Baker Martin
Laurel Cunningham
Leila Bakhtiari
Leslee Lefteruk
Lisa Pegg
Liz Thompson
London Community Foundation
Lotus Why
Lynn Tremain
Mark Teeple
Marvin Weisler
Matt Simpson
Michael Parody
Michael Weinberger
Mike Nagle
Miriam Mann Medicine Professional Corporation
Oscar Gomez
Patrick Bruxer
Paul Cooper and David Hiebert
Paul Tratnyek
Phil Waldie
Pierre Bussieres
Pirkko Sheldrick
Renny Thomson
Richard Comfort
Robert Dykstra
Robert Linnen
Robert McCullough
Ruth Baer
Susan Soney
Tammy Thibert
Terry Rushton
Thomas Peace
Tony Huys
Trevor Powell
Valarie Koziol
Vimla Harry and Robert Heacock
Westfield Public School
William Horne Charitable Account
William Whitlock

2025 AEOLIAN PRIDE CHORUSES DONORS

Anonymous Donor

Strathroy Pride

In kind donations

Mike Hanson

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

The Aeolian Hall Performing Arts Centre, a historic and iconic venue in London, Ontario, is dedicated to enriching the community through the arts. Our corporate sponsorship program offers businesses an opportunity to support the arts, gain brand exposure, and engage with our diverse and vibrant audience. Sponsorship levels have been designed to offer a range of benefits, allowing companies to align their brand with our mission of fostering creativity, inclusivity, and community through the performing arts.

We understand that every business has unique goals and needs. Custom sponsorship packages can be tailored to fit your company’s objectives. Whether it’s sponsoring a specific event, program, or offering in-kind support, we are open to discussing how we can work together to create a meaningful partnership.

Benefits of Sponsorship

Brand Exposure: Reach a broad and diverse audience through our events, programs, and marketing efforts.

Community Impact: Support the arts and make a positive impact on the local community.

Employee Engagement: Provide your employees with exclusive experiences and foster pride in supporting a community-oriented organization.

Tax Deduction: As the Aeolian Hall is a registered charity, your sponsorship may be tax-deductible.

Donors prior to current year

Click this link to see a list of donors from prior years:

donors

IN MEMORY OF…

NATHANIEL DUBE

The Staff of Westfield and Rolph Street Public Schools

sue regan

Anonymous Donors

Cam smith

Jerry and Brenda Sagriff

audrey muchan

Anonymous Donor
David Johnstone

NIALL KNUTSON

Bradley McKay

BILL BETTGER

Lynn Watson
Judy and Ivan Hunter

Rick Fysh

Jocelyn Blakemore

Dorothy Haswell

Anonymous
Katherine Krakowski

Megan Holliday

Ron Holliday

David Harold Hunt

J Craig Hunt

John Kuiack

Alison Buchanan
Anonymous
Bryan Vickers
Cheryl Marshall
Chuck and Dawn Peterson
Dawn Giffin
Debbie Guilbeault
Debra Armstrong
Diane and Peter McClure
Dominique Levings
Donna Nelson
Ed & Jenn Senez
Emily Rust
Greg Holden
Harasym Developments Inc.
Heather Stokman
Jennifer Cross
Jennifer Bibbings
Jerry Lacina
Julie Dillon
Linda Amaral
Paul Makrakos
Pauline and John Nanni
Robert and Carole Meyers
Susanne Miller
Suzanne Sills
Tanis Wright
Timothy Kingsmill

Jake Levesque

Anonymous

Music Lovers who have passed on

Kathryn Loreti

Matthew Vaccari

Alison and Tim Doherty
Anne Perebzak
Anonymous
August Cruikshanks
Breanna Ross
Canada Life
Carlyle Peterson Lawyers LLP
Cheryl Griffith
Cheryl Streete
Christie Macgregor
Christine Fraser
Clark Bryan
Colin and Holly Evans
Danika Vandermark
David MacNeill
David Palumbo
David Southen
Elana Johnson and Christopher Collins
Elizabeth Schultz
Emily Siu-Chow
John H. and Josie Watson
K.J. Muchan Planning & Referral Services
Keith Sequeira
Kevin Johnston
Laura Graham and Alex Cunliffe
Marilyn McCaul
Mark Bayley
McMaster University
Michelle Ngo
Natasha Ens
Penny Welch West
Robert Di Loreto
Ross MacKenzie
Sarah Gallagher
Shannon Maguire
Sri Vemuri
Stephanie Cornell
Tess Coburn-Salem
Vineet Nair

 

 

Rent The Aeolian

The Aeolian is a beautiful, unique, award-winning location to host your event.

While particularly renowned for its acoustic/live music presentations, the Aeolian is a versatile facility and can also host conferences and fundraisers.

Spaces. Rates & Services Rental Application

Give to Culture

Explore the arts. Support your community. Discover yourself.

The Aeolian relies heavily upon a strong base of community support that benefits many projects and events. All contributions, whether small or large, make a huge difference and will help sustain The Aeolian Musical Arts Association’s mission and future.

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