Sponsorship Opportunities for 2026 Season
Inspiring Voices – Enriching the Community
About CCS
Founded in 1980, CCS has been a cornerstone of artistic excellence in Western Connecticut.
Performs masterworks and inspiring choral concerts with regional and international collaborations.
- 40+ years presenting choral masterworks.
- Collaborations with regional, national, and international artists.
- Outreach programs touching schools, families, and 20+ communities.
- Our mission: To bring people together through the transformative power of music.
Why We Matter
At the Connecticut Choral Society, music is more than performance—it is meaning. Our concerts inspire and uplift, offering audiences profound encounters with artistry and beauty. Beyond the stage, we are deeply rooted in our communities: from benefit concerts that raise vital funds, to workshops that spark creativity in schools. We extend our reach through philanthropy, supporting food pantries, scholarships, and causes that matter locally. What makes CCS unique is the loyalty of our audiences—culturally engaged, educated, and values-driven supporters who believe in the power of the arts and stand with those who sustain them.
- Music with Meaning: Concerts that inspire and uplift.
- Community Engagement: From benefit concerts to school workshops.
- Philanthropy: Supporting food pantries, scholarships, and local causes.
- Audience Loyalty: Culturally engaged, educated, values-driven supporters who stand by the arts.
Our Audience
CCS reaches more than 10,000 live concert attendees each year, with influence that stretches far beyond the concert hall through over 15 million promotional impressions via media and partner networks. Our core supporters are homeowners, professionals, educators, and families who are actively invested in the cultural fabric of Western Connecticut. This audience is discerning, community-oriented, and deeply loyal to the businesses and organizations that champion the arts. When you align with CCS, you gain visibility with people who value quality, connection, and a shared sense of purpose.
- 10,000+ live concert attendees annually.
- 15M+ promotional impressions through media and partner networks.
- Profile: homeowners, professionals, educators, families.
- Affinity: strong loyalty to businesses that support the arts.
Setting the Stage
The Connecticut Choral Society shines at the heart of a constellation of partners that lift every concert to a world-class experience. With Orchestra Nexus, the Nexus Choral Artists, and Wade Artist Management, CCS unites extraordinary musicians and international soloists in performances of unmatched artistry and impact.
Powered by Nexus Arts & Cultures’ creative production, enhanced by the hospitality of Garelick & Herbs, supported by concert partner, Valley Presbyterian Church and by other dedicated community partners, each event becomes more than a performance—it is a cultural milestone, where music, community, and connection meet at the highest level.
The Opportunity
Partnering with the Connecticut Choral Society offers more than traditional sponsorship visibility—it is an invitation to align your brand with prestige, culture, and community impact. Sponsors are recognized not only for their generosity, but also as leaders investing in education, the arts, and civic life. By standing with CCS, your organization builds goodwill with audiences who value authentic relationships and reward those who support their community. Together, we can amplify the transformative power of music, creating both cultural impact and enduring recognition for our partners.
Partnering with CCS means more than visibility:
- Align your brand with prestige, culture, and community impact.
- Build goodwill with audiences that value relationships with sponsors.
- Be seen as a leader investing in education, the arts, and civic life.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Support at every level creates impact. Whether as a Presenting Season Sponsor carrying the full banner of our artistic vision, or as a Community Partner ensuring that voices continue to be heard, each sponsorship tier tells a story of shared purpose. Together, these commitments sustain our concerts, strengthen our outreach, and amplify the transformative role of music in our communities. No matter the level, every sponsor becomes part of the CCS legacy—building harmony, fostering connection, and enriching lives through song.
- Presenting Season Visionary — $250,000
Lead the season as its guiding light—carry the banner of music’s power and be honored as the visionary who makes it possible. - Platinum Benefactor — $125,000
Champion a major concert production and stand in the spotlight of CCS’s artistic excellence. - Gold Benefactor — $75,000
Be celebrated as a distinguished partner, recognized in print, on stage, and across our digital platforms. - Silver Benefactor — $50,000
Fuel concerts, outreach, and education while gaining meaningful recognition across CCS platforms. - Bronze Benefactor — $25,000
Support CCS’s mission with visible acknowledgment in concert programs and promotional materials. - Mission & Vision Circle — $15,000
Join a devoted circle of supporters whose generosity sustains CCS’s artistry and impact each year. - Cultural Steward — $10,000
Stand with CCS as a builder of community through music, ensuring the arts remain accessible and transformative. - Maestro’s Circle — $5,000
Enter an intimate circle of benefactors who strengthen CCS’s mission through dedicated annual support. - Patron of Harmony — $2,500
Be recognized as a valued supporter, helping sustain CSS’s performances and community initiatives season to season.
Recognition & Visibility
Sponsorship with the Connecticut Choral Society comes with recognition that is both meaningful and memorable. From the stage, your support is acknowledged before hundreds of appreciative patrons at every concert, underscoring your role in making the music possible. Your brand is highlighted in our professionally designed printed programs and across digital platforms, ensuring consistent visibility throughout the season. Press and media partnerships extend that reach, strengthening your reputation across the region. And with VIP tickets and exclusive receptions, you’ll have the opportunity to connect personally with audiences, musicians, and community leaders—building relationships that last well beyond the performance.
Stage Recognition — be thanked in front of hundreds of patrons at every concert.
Printed Programs & Digital Presence — align your brand with CCS’s professionally designed materials.
Press & Media Mentions — strengthen reputation through local coverage and partnerships.
VIP Tickets & Receptions — connect directly with audiences, musicians, and civic leaders.
Review complete details regarding levels of support and recognition.
Community Impact Stories
Every note we sing resonates beyond the concert hall, touching lives in powerful and personal ways. Teachers tell us how CCS workshops spark creativity and confidence in their students; local families share how our holiday traditions have become a cherished part of their community life. Through benefit concerts, we raise vital support for food pantries and charitable initiatives, while scholarships help young musicians pursue their dreams. These stories remind us that CCS is more than a choir—we are a catalyst for connection, hope, and lasting change in the communities we serve.
Impact Metrics & Quotes
The Value of the Arts
- “For every $1 invested in the arts, communities see a return of $5 in economic activity.” — Americans for the Arts, 2023
- “Arts and culture drive tourism, revitalize downtowns, and create more livable communities.”
— National Governors Association
Audience & Engagement
- “85% of arts attendees believe businesses that support the arts demonstrate a commitment to the community.”
— Business Committee for the Arts - “Audiences who attend arts events are more likely to support local businesses, restaurants, and retail.”
— Americans for the Arts
Education & Inspiration
- “Students with four years of arts education score 100 points higher on the SAT than those with half a year or less.”
— The College Board - “Low-income students highly engaged in the arts are more than twice as likely to graduate college as their peers with no arts involvement.” — NEA
Closing Inspiration
- “The arts are not a frill. The arts are a critical component of what makes a community strong.” — Michelle Obama
- “The arts are the signature of a civilized society.” — Winston Churchill
- “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” — Plato
Join Us
Your support sustains the arts, enriches the community, and inspires the next generation.
For more information or to discuss a tailored sponsorship package, please contact:
Sponsorship & Advertising Outreach Coordinator
info@ctchoralsociety.org