Uplift Initiative

Removing barriers for children and families in need

Uplift brings the life-changing experience of live symphonic music to children and families who face significant life challenges such as economic hardship, housing insecurity, trauma, terminal illness, and limited access to the arts. By partnering with local non-profit shelters, youth centers, and community organizations, Uplift provides free access to concerts and a warm, welcoming environment for those who need it most.

Uplift is not just about removing barriers but about providing a musical escape where we foster belonging, nurture hope, and remind everyone that they are seen, valued, and worthy of the beauty of music.

Support the Initiative

If you would like to support this program to ensure the BSO can continue to bring light and music to our community, please complete the donation form below. Donors to the Uplift Initiative receive special recognition in the BSO’s season program book and on the BSO’s website.

Complete the form below to donate:

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Any amount is enough to help bring the healing power of music to someone in need .

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We recognize all of our donors in our season concert program book. If you wish to stay anonymous, type 'anonymous'.

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Thank you for supporting the BSO's Uplift Initiative!

Thank you to our 2025 -2026 Uplift Initiative Supporters!

Janet Barker
Dr. Clifford & Sarah Bragdon
Ann Colchin
Joan Marie Evans
Kerry & Nancy Hanson
Frances Howard
Ginny Jacobsen
Dr. Nancy Johnson & Arthur T. Fee Jr.
Suzanne Bennitt

Kerry & Rebecca Kersey
Ron & Sandy Marcucci
Rosalie Masloski
Chris & Lisa McAlpine
Linda Murphy
Dr. Patricia Ryan
Betty Lou Steen-Clarke
Greg & Heather Taylor

Our Uplift Partners

Devereux Advanced Behavior Health Viera Campus

Become a Partner

Are you a registered 501(c)(3) that serves those undergoing significant life challenges? We want to work with you! Please email bhooper@brevardsymphony.com for more information.