How do we support the West Potomac Orchestra?

  • We plan and support fundraising efforts such as TAG Day, Restaurant Nights and Pie Sales

  • We fund a pre-assessment clinic to help students prepare for their annual assessment.

  • We provide Senior Scholarships for students planning to further their music education

  • We provide funding for busses for recruitment field trips

  • We plan pyramid events such as Fall Fiddle Fest to inspire our future musicians and support a sense of community within our feeder schools

  • We support Area Orchestra with snacks and contriubutions to busses

  • We provide funding for special classroom requests such as music or instrument purchases

  • We organize and plan for the Senior Concert and end of the year Banquet

  • We provide subsidies and financial assistance for field trips, and fees and expenses related to District and Regional auditions as well as the Solo and Ensemble Festival.

How can you help support the WPHS Orchestra Boosters?

Your time and energy helps our students achieve their music goals. We welcome all forms of support, from time to donations. Your commitment can be as large or small as fits your needs.

WPHS Orchestra Boosters is a 501(c) tax exempt organization. Your donation is tax deductible.

Become a Patron

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:
Symphony........................$500+
Concerto...........…….........$250-499
Sonata.............………......…$150-249
Whole Note….........….......$100-149
Half Note...............…........$50-99
Quarter Note........…........$25-49
Eighth Note………………….under $25

Make check payable to: WPHS Orchestra Boosters. Sending a check helps us avoid credit card fees.

We welcome all donations. If you would prefer to use a credit card, do so here:

Fundraising

The West Potomac Orchestra runs several fundraising events throughout the year that fund events, rehearsals, workshops, and trips. These include, but are not limited to: 

Our Wolverine Shop

We sell fundraising items through our Wolverine Shop at all events and at select West Potomac activities, including football games. The items are available for purchase throughout the year and include blankets, key rings, and yard signs. 

Restaurant Nights

Throughout the year, we schedule several restaurant nights where the orchestra receives a portion of the proceeds from those who purchase food as part of the fundraiser. It’s as easy as eating out for a cause. 

Tag Day

Tag Day is a combined effort within the performing arts department. Students go door-to-door requesting donations from the community.  This happens on a Saturday in the fall and is the biggest single-day fundraiser for the orchestra. Please donate generously. 

Volunteer

There are many ways to volunteer to help the orchestra and its performers. Below are just some of the ways you can get involved:

  • Sign up for the Orchestra Boosters to receive regular emails about volunteer opportunities.

  • Attend Orchestra Booster virtual meetings every first Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm via Zoom

  • Become a Patron.

  • Sign up for volunteer spots on SignUp Genius when those opportunities are posted.

  • Join fundraising efforts, like Tag Day and the Pie Sale.

  • Enjoy a meal out during orchestra fundraising nights at local restaurants. The orchestra receives a portion of the proceeds during those events.

  • Offer services or goods.

  • Ask how to help. There are many ways to support the kids and orchestra.

  • We have a few openings on the Orchestra Booster Board, if you’d like to help out. At present, we need someone for Vice President and Secretary. Other potential leadership roles include: Community Outreach, Social Media, and Concert Programs, as well as general members to train for other positions that will open at the end of the year.

Interested in helping out? Send us a quick message letting us know how you’d like to get involved. You may reach us at westpotomacorchestra@gmail.com