A NIGHT OF ILLUMINATION

Gala Presenting Sponsor
Jackson Automotive Group

Dinner Sponsor
Northwestern Mutual

Bar Sponsor
Greer Wealth Advisors of Raymond James

Major Benefactor Reception Sponsor
Renasant Bank
Stifel

After-Party Sponsor
Sheridan Construction

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 | IDLE HOUR COUNTRY CLUB

The Macon-Mercer Symphony Orchestra’s Fundraising Gala, A Night of Illumination, is our most anticipated event of the season. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening featuring a private performance by Emmy award-winning violinist Robert McDuffie; Amy Moretti, Director of the McDuffie Center; and students from the Center.

Join us and other music lovers for an elegant black tie dinner. An after-party will feature Alex Ahn, an award-winning electric violinist and DJ.

For more information on table sales, contact Carol Williams at williams_ck@mercer.edu or 478.301.2676.

Proceeds from the Gala will benefit the Symphony’s community programs focused on accessibility and inclusion, as well as help cement its place within our vibrant community.

Major Benefactor Reception | 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Ticket required

Arrival & Cocktails | 7:00 p.m.

Dinner | 7:30 p.m.
R.E.M.’s Mike Mills, Emcee

GALA SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

GALA BENEFACTORS ($15,000)
Preferred Table of Eight with two premium bottles of wine
Eight tickets to the 2025-26 Symphony on the night of your choice
Eight tickets to the Major Benefactor Reception
Prominent Recognition in Symphony Season Program
Prominent Recognition on Event Signage and Website
Prominent Recognition in the Gala Program
Grand Opera House Marquee Listing
Shared Sponsorship for One Season Symphony Performance
Ten additional Tickets for One Sponsored Performance
Tax deductible contribution: $13,346.88

GALA ADVOCATES ($10,000)
Table of Eight
Six tickets to the 2025-26 Symphony on the night of your choice
Eight tickets to the Major Benefactor Reception
Recognition on Event Signage and Website
Recognition in the Gala Program
Recognition in the Symphony Season Program
Four additional Tickets to One Season Symphony Performance
Grand Opera House Marquee Listing
Tax deductible contribution: $8,690.88

GALA ENTHUSIASTS ($5,000)
Table of Eight
Two tickets to the 2025-26 Symphony on the night of your choice
Recognition on Event Signage and Website
Recognition in the Gala Program
Recognition in the Symphony Season Program
Grand Opera House Marquee Listing
Tax deductible contribution: $4,120.24