Join the Chorus of HYOC Supporters!
Your Support is the Harmony to Our Melody
At the Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus, we believe that every child in Hawaii is born with a song in their heart. For over sixty-five years, we have helped to ensure that no voice in our community goes unheard. When you donate to HYOC, you aren't just "giving to a non-profit" —you are stepping into our rehearsal room, standing behind our students, and ensuring that the music never stops.
Your contribution is the vital energy that fuels our Saturday mornings and our community performances. Whether you are a long-time patron or a first-time friend, you are now a part of our ensemble.
How Your Harmony Helps
Every dollar donated ripples through our classrooms and onto the stage. While these are just a few examples, your gift provides the essential "instruments" for our students’ success:
The Foundation of Literacy: Your support buys the sheet music and theory books that transform a love of singing into the lifelong skill of reading and understanding the language of music.
Advanced Artistry: You provide the pathway for students to master complex musical skills, from the precision of Solfège to the deep architecture of music theory.
The Power of Unity: Contributions help provide the uniforms that strip away social or economic barriers, allowing every child to stand tall and see themselves as an equal, vital part of one beautiful, collective sound.
The Gift of Opportunity: HYOC firmly believes that music is a birthright, not a privilege. Your donations fund scholarships for families in financial need, ensuring that no child is ever turned away because of their bank account.
Nurturing Excellence: You help us retain the highly-qualified, seasoned educators who show up every week to mentor, challenge, and inspire our youth with professional-grade instruction.
A Voice for the Community: Your generosity takes our music beyond the rehearsal room, supporting annual concerts and outreach programs that bring the joy of choral music into schools and elderly care facilities across Oahu.
Our Donor Ohana: Membership Tiers
We celebrate every level of support. As you join our chorus of donors, your name becomes part of our legacy. Which part will you play?
Level
Contribution
Impact
Bambini
Up to $99
Planting the seeds of music in our youngest singers.
Stelline
$100-$299
Helping our "little stars" shine through theory and practice.
Angeli
$300-$499
Providing the "angelic" support that keeps our voices soaring.
Coro
$500-$999
Strengthening the heart of our full choral ensemble.
Scelto
$1000-$4999
A "select" group of patrons driving our most ambitious projects.
Gioventu Musicale
$5000-$9999
Championing the future of "Musical Youth" in Hawaii.
Maestri
$10,000
Master-level visionaries ensuring the longevity of HYOC.
Your Legacy, Their Future
For over 65 years, HYOC has helped young people find their voices, build confidence, and experience the joy of music.
One of the most meaningful ways to support this work is through a legacy gift. By including HYOC in your estate plans, you help ensure that future generations of keiki will continue to grow, sing, and thrive in a community that nurtures both artistry and character. A legacy gift can take many forms and may be as simple as a provision in your will or trust.
If you would like to learn more, we would be honored to speak with you in confidence.
We encourage you to consult with your financial or legal advisor when considering any planned gift.