Support SJW’s Students, Artists, and Audiences

Other Ways to Give

Your gift is tax deductible as allowed by law. Decline benefits by checking the appropriate box. If you make a recurring gift, benefits will be active the moment you set up an amount that meets a benefit level. For example, if you establish a monthly recurring donation of $125, you will receive Headliner benefits beginning immediately.

For assistance, contact Mark Hernandez at 650-419-7721 or [email protected]

Headliner $1,500+

Receive all Bandleader benefits plus:

  • First access to Festival tickets (two weeks before sales to the general public)
  • Concierge ticket service
  • Complimentary wine prior to select Festival shows
  • Festival experiences with artists
  • Reserved seating for Campbell Recital Hall performances
  • Invitation to private house concerts
  • Opportunity to hire a student combo (additional cost)

Headliners who make a commitment of $2,500 or more can elect to receive recognition for funding SJW’s bedrock: youth programs, student assistance, artists, performances, and more—and receive benefits customized to their interests. 

Bandleader $750-$1,499

Receive all Collaborator benefits plus:

  • Complimentary tickets (2) to a Festival show at Dinkelspiel Auditorium*
  • Invitation to audit select summer camp classes
  • Recognition as an after-school big band champion
  • Invitations to after-school big band events

Collaborator $350-$749

Receive all Arranger benefits plus:

  • No-fee ticket exchange
  • Complimentary tickets (2) to a select 2026 Festival show to be announced
  • Complimentary tickets (4) to Early Bird Jazz for Kids
  • Guided tour of summer camps

Arranger $150-$349

Receive all Soloist benefits plus:

  • Early access to tickets (one week before sales to the general public)
  • Discount ticket prices
  • Opportunity to purchase tickets to members-only experiences
  • Recognition in our Groovement Gallery

Soloist $1-$149

  • Livestream with Q&A of Cory’s Preview (a look at the 2026 Festival lineup)
  • Livestream with Q&A of Year in Review (a look back at 2025-26)
  • Special message from our students and artists

*Restrictions apply, send requests to [email protected]