Orchestra Hall

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Minneapolis, MN 55403
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October 30, 2013
minnesotaorchestra.org

Ben Griggs
123 Sample Street
Sample City, SS 12345

Dear Ben,

What do the holidays and Minnesota Orchestra have in common?

They bring people together. Our shared experiences are often our fondest and most vibrant memories. One moment can stay with us
for a lifetime.

Many of us, like Joan, remember our first experience with the Minnesota Orchestra as children attending Young People’s Concerts.
“My most memorable moment with the Minnesota Orchestra was riding the bus to my first concert in 3rd grade at Northrup
Auditorium. It was during WWII and it was a special luxury to attend. I am now 77 years old and with every season of my life the
Minnesota Orchestra has played a memorable part.”

Others of you may have seen your first concert as an adult in Orchestra Hall, at Sommerfest or during a community event in Greater
Minnesota. No matter where and when you saw your first performance, I have no doubt that today you look back on it with joy and
thankfulness.

The holidays are a time for reflection and sharing. Remember why the Minnesota Orchestra is important to you. That reason still
applies today. We want to hear about your first or favorite experience with the Minnesota Orchestra. Take a moment to write your
story on the enclosed insert. You may also consider telling us: What does the Orchestra mean to you and why should it be preserved?

We are listening.

This holiday season we are more grateful than ever for the community of members like you that have stood by us for many
wonderful years and now in our most trying times. We need your support again this year to see us through to a brighter future that
is both artistically vibrant and financially stable. One more season of memorable music and moments is not enough. As we move
forward, our plan must be to ensure the long-term stability and development of the Orchestra. For the sake of community members
like you, we cannot compromise on our future.

Please renew your support with a gift of $100, $150, or $200 to preserve our important cultural institution that has brought so
many people together. We want to not only provide memorable cultural experiences for you and your family, but for generations to
come. By giving this holiday season, you can help ensure, that when the negotiations end, the Orchestra has the resources it needs
to resume playing at the level we all remember.

In the spirit of giving, I ask that you remember why the Orchestra is important to you and how you can play a personal role in
protecting its future.

With Warmest Regards

Britany Bleistein
Manager of Individual Giving

P.S. With your gift of $100, $150 or $200, we can continue making memories for generations of concert goers. Remember,
contributions made by December 31, 2013 qualify as a tax-deduction.

PRESIDENT and CEO: Michael Henson | Founded 1903 Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra

Yes, I will help preserve the Minnesota Orchestra with a gift of:
 $200  $150  $100  Other $
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What is your Minnesota Orchestra memory?
Please take a moment to send us your favorite story about why the Orchestra is important to you. We’re listening.

Want to email us your story? Send your personal Minnesota Orchestra memory to
Britany Bleistein, Manager of Individual Giving, at bbleistein@mnorch.org.
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