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Where Your Money Goes

Every Dollar Matters

100% of your donation goes to programming. Cross-Cultural Connection is an all-volunteer organization — your gift funds the music, not overhead.

Examples of Our Program Funding Needs

$25

Student Workshop SuppliesHelps cover student workshop music and supplies.

$50

Concert PromotionHelps promote concerts and CCC Ensemble performances.

$100

Stage EquipmentHelps support stage equipment and set-up — sound, lighting, and stage set-up for concerts.

$300

Workshop AttendanceFunds the financial need of one deserving student to attend the music learning workshops for a year.

$500

Student ScholarshipsHelps fund scholarships for deserving young students to continue their jazz studies.

$750

CCC Ensemble Jazz ProsHelps support bringing in our jazz pros guiding, supporting, and performing with the CCC Ensemble in its public performances.

$1,000

CCC Ensemble ProgramsHelps fund CCC Ensemble programs delivered in schools and community organizations.

$1,500

Jazz Artist SponsorshipHelps sponsor top-level jazz artists to perform at Ray Blue Way in Peekskill.

$2,500

Jazz Pro TeachingUnderwrites the annual cost of one jazz pro to teach at 12+ workshops.

Cross-Cultural Connection, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law.

You will receive a receipt by email for your records.

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Where It's Needed Most! General operating fund — concerts, programs, education

Summer Jazz Concert Series Keeps the free outdoor concerts running at Ray Blue Way

CCC Ensemble Workshops & Performances Funds student mentorship, rehearsals, and public performances

Ray Blue Memorial Fund Honors Ray's legacy through scholarships and education

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More Ways to Help

Other Ways to Give

Check or Money Order

Make checks payable to Cross-Cultural Connection, Inc. and mail to our Peekskill address. Include your email for a receipt.

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Recurring Gifts

Interested in setting up a recurring monthly or annual donation? Contact us directly — we're working with M&T Bank to make this easy to set up for our supporters.

Sponsor an Event

Businesses and organizations can sponsor Jazz at Ray Blue Way, school workshops, or the annual scholarship benefit. Custom packages available.

Planned Giving

Include Cross-Cultural Connection in your estate planning. A legacy gift ensures jazz education continues for generations to come.

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