HELP! Finances Update

Happy New Year to you! As several other arts organizations, SC Baroque Festival too is facing considerable funding shortages. Our annual budget has always been break-even, and we operate as cost-effectively as we can. But now we are facing a shortage of 10-15% of our budget with no equivalent amount of cuts that can be made without disrupting the season. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! Our private donors have been remarkable this year (thank you) and thus I can present the following good news on private donations (contributions made by individuals):

• 100% of our required (private) donation INCOME has been pledged/paid (Treasurer's favorite number :-)

• 80% of our desired NUMBER of donors have pledged/paid (Artistic Director's favorite number :-)

BUT we have considerable shortfalls in foundation and corporate sponsorship income, as well as season booklet advertisements. HERE IS HOW YOU CAN HELP:

• Individuals: If you CAN, please pledge or make a donation of any amount (payments can be sent later).
• Private, Foundation & Corporate Sponsors: We seek 2 more concert sponsors ($1,000-$2,000).
• Businesses: We seek 10 more advertisers for our season booklet.

For contributions that are to be acknowledged in our season booklet, as well as any advertisements, we need to hear from you by Friday, 01/23/09. To pledge your support, email us or call at 831-457-9693.