"The general public does not currently adequately value the role of music and the arts in the development and engagement of young people. Many School Boards do not recognize music and arts as a pillar to education and have concentrated on math, science and literacy skills. Corporate and Private philanthropic sectors often view health and mainstream education as more worthy causes to support than music and the arts and culture. More young people need the opportunity to create and explore music and the arts and culture. Arts organizations need more resources to develop works and programs that both engage and respect youth.”
The Laidlaw Foundation: 2005
The College of Piping engages, respects and inspires youth.
The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada gratefully acknowledges the generosity of our valued supporters at all giving levels.
"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are."
Theodore Roosevelt
Supporting Culture and Heritage Through Tax-efficient Giving
The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada was established in 1990 as a non-profit organization and a registered Canadian charity. The College of Piping is unique and is the only year-round school of it's kind in North America and it enjoys an association with The College of Piping in Glasgow, Scotland. It is a world-class educational facility and Celtic performing arts production house with a mandate that aims to preserve and promote the Celtic heritage of Canada's most Celtic province-Prince Edward Island.
The College of Piping is a registered Canadian charity (#12413 8520 RR 0001), and has a supporting charity in the United States called The Friends of The College of Piping, Summerside (Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (c) (3) and Non Private Foundation Status Under Code Section 509 (a).
The College Of Piping relies on donations from generous individuals, companies and foundations to support its educational mission and high quality stage productions. Like most educational institutions, tuition revenue generates less than 20 percent of the annual operating requirement for The College of Piping. Donations and sponsorships, therefore, play a key role in the overall financial viability of The College.
The College Of Piping And Celtic Performing Arts Of Canada is grateful for the support of donors who contribute annually to help sustain the ongoing costs of maintaining artistic excellence. Additionally, gifts to the Endowment Fund, provide for the long-term sustainability of The College.
Endowed Funds continue to appreciate over time. None of the principal dollars contributed to the Fund can be touched and only a maximum of up to ninety per cent of the interest on the principal can be used. This ensures that at least 10% of the annual interest on the principal will be rolled over and will continue to grow year after year, providing much needed long term security for The College of Piping.
Endowment Funds are held in perpetuity; the income derived from these investments provides a long-term and predictable source of support. To provide a steady, secure and reliable annual income stream, the overall goal of the Endowment Fund is to raise $5 million.
Every donation helps to provide long-term financial strength and stability for The College Of Piping And Celtic Performing Arts Of Canada and ensures a lasting legacy of excellence.
Some Tax-efficient Ways to Contribute to The College
Beguests by wills
Charitable remainder trusts
Life insurance policies
Gifts in-kind or real estate
Ask your financial planner what option works best for your financial situation. Go to www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/donors for information on her giving to registered charities can help you reduce your taxes.
"We make a living by what get; we make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill
For more information on making donations to The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada, please contact us at 1-877-BAG-PIPE or info@collegeofpiping.com Or mail to-
College of Piping
619 Water Street,
Summerside, PEI
Canada C1N 4H8
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Corporate Sponsorships
Invest in Success
The College of Piping is a cultural hearth in eastern Canada which radiates a passion for excellence across the country and around the globe. The College seeks partners to invest in the vision of a creative and distinctive performing arts facility dedicated to hard work, traditional values and innovative approaches that produce success.
Partnerships are a great way for corporations to be associated with the beauty, artistry and pageantry of one of the world's top Celtic performing arts institutions.
"The College of Piping inspires excellence in Celtic performing arts and develops individuals of confidence, imagination and transformative vision. We are grateful for the leadership shown by our corporate partners. As one of Canada's few international performing arts institutions our partners ensure that our collective message is carried to an ever widening national and global audience."
Scott MacAulay, Director, The College Of Piping And Celtic Performing Arts Of Canada
Corporate Sponsorships
 Corporate sponsorships with The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada offer exclusive opportunities to brand your company, launch a product, entertain clients, reward employees, target an audience of discriminating men and women and demonstrate your support for the arts in Canada. Benefits can be tailored to meet your specific marketing and entertainment goals.
A full range of sponsorship opportunities are available and are only limited by the imagination and financial resources available.
Sponsorship benefits may include:
- Credit in The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada marketing and promotional materials.
- Signage inside and outside The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada.
- Opportunities to include an insert in House Programs.
- Complimentary Tickets.
Opportunities to host receptions during sponsored evenings and the availability of dancers and artistic personnel to speak to your guests.
Invitations to attend dress rehearsals, 'Behind The Scenes' tours and corporate receptions.
Special Rates for subscriptions and single tickets for your employees.
The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada also seeks corporate partners to invest in its other initiatives, such as New Productions, Share the Arts, Endowment and Education and Community Outreach Programs.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at 1-877-BAG-PIPE or info@collegeofpiping.com.
Corporate Philanthropy
Corporate partnerships sustain The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada’s stature as a vibrant and innovative performing arts center dedicated to performing the best of traditional and contemporary Celtic arts. Corporate investment is vital to the enrichment of our community and youth and enables us to continue to present audiences with the finest Celtic artists in the world.
A tax receipt will be issued for the full amount of all corporate donations.
Other benefits may include:
- Full recognition in The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada publications and on the web site.
- Invitations to attend dress rehearsals, 'Behind The Scene' tours and corporate receptions.
- Special Rates for subscriptions and single tickets for your employees.
For more information on making a corporate donation to The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada, please contact us at 1-877-BAG-PIPE or info@collegeofpiping.com.
Corporate Supporters
The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our Corporate Sponsors.
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For a full listing of our supporters and giving levels, please go to the upper right side of the home page and click on "Support Us" and then down to "Our Supporters". Thank you.
Cheiftain's Circle
$1,000,000 & Above
Pipe Major's Circle
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