A whole lot of small and medium-size donations brought jazz to the White House. They can keep bringing it to Humboldt County, too!
Yup: President Obama has Bird, Miles, and Trane on his iPod, and he's been bringing great young jazz musicians to the White House for command performances, too. Call us shameless coattail-riders, but like the President, we, too, think that jazz represents ""the diversity of...our art and our culture," that it's "the essence of what makes America special."
Pondering the prospect of jazz in the White House has also got us thinking about how Obama got there. Sure, he's got his big corporate donors, like every politician. But what really made his campaign successful was the degree to which it depended upon millions of modest donations from everyday folks who were inspired by his message and excited about what he stood for. We don't want to stretch the analogy (for one thing, we don't have any big corporate donors), but the RJA's success also depends upon dozens of contributions from generous people in Humboldt County--businesses, professionals, and individuals--who appreciate the excitement of live jazz. That's how our audiences will continue to benefit from low ticket prices and free public workshops. That's what will help us grow and thrive throughout the upcoming season and in the years to come.
Membership in the RJA
With a tax-deductible donation of $40, you'll become a member of the RJA and help make it possible for this non-profit organization to continue as a staple of our vibrant regional arts scene.
In addition to the satisfaction that comes from helping bring cutting-edge touring artists to Humboldt County six times a year, all members will qualify forthe following perks, thanks to the generosity of four of our business sponsors:
- a 10% discount on jazz CDs at the Works (both locations) throughout the season
- a 10% discount on all purchases at Missing Link Records in Arcata
- a 10% discount on CDs by RJA visiting artists at People's Records in Arcata
- 20% off of one purchase at Northtown Books
Finally, in a slight compromise of our egalitarian principles, we'll make reserved seating available for members and sponsors who request it in advance. (We'll figure out the technology and logistics of this system soon.)
Please become a member today using the Google Checkout button below--or by sending your check for $40 payable to Redwood Jazz Alliance, P.O. Box 4443, Arcata CA 95518. We'll send your membership card to the address you provide to Google (or the address on your check). Thanks!
Underwriting & Donations
We can only keep ticket prices low (and offer free workshops and master classes with the musicians) through the generous support of individuals and local businesses who believe in our cause. We hope you'll consider joining their ranks by making a tax-deductible charitable contribution to the RJA. Thank you!
Individual Contributors:
You can mail a check in any amount to Redwood Jazz Alliance, P.O. Box 4443,
Arcata CA 95521. Or you can pay by credit card (via Google Checkout)
and choose one of the suggested giving levels below. We'll thank you
by name in our concert programs--unless you prefer to remain
anonymous.
Business Underwriters:
Businesses may sponsor performances in exchange for program advertising, poster
placement, and other perks. Discounts and installment plans are available for
sponsorship of multiple events. While we're grateful for your support at any
level, we hope you can join us in one of the following categories:
- Sponsors ($200 in cash or trade) receive two tickets to a performance and a quarter-page ad in the event program.
- Patrons ($400 in cash or trade)
receive four tickets, a half-page ad in the program, and logo placement on
event posters and web pages.
Please contact us at 707-633-8385 or rja@redwoodjazzalliance to discuss details.
