Circle of Friends
 

Join the Circle of Friends!

 
Steering Committee Members Pictured, l-r: Patricia Marquis; Diane Wilhelm,
2010/2011 Co-Chair; Margaret Goembel, 2010/2011 Co-Chair;
Lucinda H. Gedeon, Ph.D., Executive Director; Jacqueline Farrell; 
Maya Peterson, Steering Committee; J. Marshall Adams, Director of Education;
Lyn Adams; Shanti Sanchez, School & Youth Programs Manager


The Circle of Friends is a giving circle inaugurated in 2009 as an important initiative to help assure that educational art programs will continue to touch and enrich people in our extended community. The group believes that the Museum's Community Engagement programs are not just leisure distractions or luxuries. For many, they offer a window into a different, better world... choices for how to see and to be. Since its inception two years ago, the Circle has awarded $37,000 to Museum education programs.

What is a "giving circle?"
• A giving circle is a group of individuals who come together to learn about and fund an area of common interest
• Characterized by their independent spirit and collaborative operations
• Formed to magnify the impact of individual philanthropy

Who can join?
• The Circle of Friends is open to anyone committed to assuring that visual art educational opportunities are available to all ages throughout Indian River County, regardless of any economic barriers that might exist

Why join the Circle of Friends?
• Experience greater impact by combining your gift with the gifts of others
• Collaborating with others who share your interests and priorities
• Learn collectively about the Museum's Community Engagement programs
• Witness the Circle's valuable public presence while remaining private if you wish

For more information on membership, call Robyn Orzel, Director of Development, ext. 106 or email roborzel@verobeachmuseum.org