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We invite you to support the William Warfield Scholarship Fund’s important mission to provide financial support and encouragement for African American students with limited financial means to attain success in the field of classical vocal music; and, to foster wider recognition of the life and legacy of William Warfield. We thank you for your generosity!
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WHY YOUR DONATION IS IMPORTANT
African Americans have long been under-represented in the field of classical music, especially with classical vocal performance. Recognizing the scarcity of resources (e.g., connections or preparation for scholarships) available in the United States to advance African American classical vocal students with limited financial means, the Board of Directors has initiated several programs to help address this.
William Warfield was acclaimed throughout the world is one of the great vocal artists of our time, and was a star in every field open to a singer’s art. Yet very few citizens know who he is.
HOW IS YOUR DONATION USED?
Your donation will help to support the programs that fulfill our mission:
- Our annual scholarship for African American vocal students at the Eastman School of Music.
- Two events that feature our ESM scholarships recipient: the January Concert at Kilbourn Hall; and a spring Annual Scholarship Luncheon.
- Our newest program initiated in 2019, “William Warfield Classical Vocal Competition for African American High School Students”, provides financial support and encouragement to African American students with limited financial means in a multi-state region.
- The development of events and materials about the life and legacy of William Warfield, including the William Warfield Legacy sculpture to be installed in the park across from the Eastman School of Music.
The William Warfield Scholarship Fund gratefully accepts tax-deductible contributions. The Scholarship Fund is staffed by volunteers and has no paid personnel. Each gift has a direct and positive impact on the mission of the William Warfield Scholarship Fund. WWSF is tax exempt under section 501c.3 of the Internal Revenue Code.
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