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ISME Music Legacy Circle

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ISME Legacy Circle : A Lasting Impact on Music Education

Leave a Legacy. Inspire the Future.

The ISME Legacy Circle honors individuals who believe in the transformative power of music education and want to ensure its global impact continues for generations to come. By including ISME in your estate plans or making a significant contribution today, you become part of a global community committed to sustaining and growing music education around the world.

Ways to Give

Your gift can take many forms:

  • Planned gifts through wills, trusts, or retirement accounts
  • Direct donations via PayPal (recommended for contributions under $10,000 USD)
  • Wire for larger gifts
  • Enduring Legacy Contributions ($50,000+), which create named, perpetual programs such as scholarships, keynote sessions, or research awards

Whether your gift is a one-time donation or part of your estate plan, it plays a vital role in advancing ISME’s mission.

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Areas of Impact

You may direct your contribution toward one or more of the following:

Sustaining ISME’s Future

to provide long-term support for ISME’s mission and strategic growth

Research and Scholarships

to fund innovative work by music educators

International Travel Awards

to support participation in ISME conferences, including regional conferences

Student Fellowships

to enhance engagement of emerging professionals by provided educational scholarships

Commission Support

to sustain global ISME Commission activities

Music, Health, and Wellness

to fund programs and research in this critical area

Creator Space Innovation

to support student-driven technology and creativity

Membership Sponsorships

to increase access for educators in underserved regions

Conference Keynotes or Sessions

to endow recurring high-profile events

Flexible Impact Gifts

to allow ISME to direct funds where they are most urgently needed

Giving Levels

Circle Name Contribution Range (USD)
Mentor Circle Mentor Circle $500 – $2,499
Scholar Circle Scholar Circle $2,500 – $4,999
Heritage Circle Heritage Circle $5,000 – $9,999
Visionary Circle Visionary Circle $10,000 – $24,999
Legacy Circle Legacy Circle $25,000+
Enduring Legacy Enduring Legacy $50,000+ (minimum)

Recognition and Benefits

All Legacy Circle members receive

All Legacy Circle members receive

  • Recognition on ISME’s website and annual report
  • Commemorative Legacy Circle certificate
  • Invitation to virtual legacy events
Heritage Circle and above

Heritage Circle and above

  • Featured donor story on ISME’s digital platforms
  • Invitation to appreciation events at the ISME World Conference
  • Opportunity to name an award, scholarship, or session
Legacy Circle and Enduring Legacy members receive premium recognition

Legacy Circle and Enduring Legacy members receive premium recognition

  • Naming rights for new research awards, keynote sessions, or featured programs
  • Lifelong ISME membership with full access to ISME services
  • Recognition at the Legacy Celebration during the ISME World Conference

Make Your Legacy Gift

Joining the Legacy Circle is simple. Complete the Legacy Gift Submission Form to share your intentions and preferred contribution method. Contributions under $10,000 may be submitted through PayPal, while larger gifts are encouraged via wire transfer.

For questions or assistance, please contact us at isme@isme.org

Submit Your Legacy Circle Gift

 

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