The Next Century Fund

The Next Century Fund is more than a milestone celebration—it is a deliberate investment in what Berks County will sound like 100 years from now.

Explore

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Fifth Need

Music therapy, an emerging frontier in restorative health care, represents an unexplored opportunity for RMF to lead.

Fourth Need

College students who thrived in musical ensembles often lose access when they need it most.

Third Need

Scholarship opportunities are uneven across age groups.

Second Need

Instrument costs and lesson fees remain out of reach for too many families.

First Need

Demand for piano instruction--foundational to all musical training--far exceeds supply.

Where are your funds going?

RMF Identified Community Needs

The Next Century Fund will be a board-designated endowment designed to support the needs of our community–not just now, but in the next 100 years.

Join Our Founders Circle

$25,000+

Founders Circle

Celebration

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Be a valued guest at our RMF 100 events, including our kick-off party and 100th Anniversary gala.

Community

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Play an integral part in the RMF community. Enjoy lunch with a scholarship recipient. Delight in private concerts featuring guest artists and well-known Berks County musicians.

Legacy

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Prominent listing on a permanent digital donor wall for the Next Century Fund. Recognition in 100th anniversary materials and historical archive.

Access

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Enjoy exclusive access to concerts, tours, and more for RMF and our affiliate organizations' events.

"Our support of the Reading Musical Foundation reflects our faith in an organization that evolves and anticipates our county's cultural needs."

-- Delight E. Breidegam

Former Chairman, East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Join Our Legacy Circle

$5,000+

Legacy Circle

Celebration

Be a valued guest at our RMF 100 events, including our kick-off party and 100th Anniversary gala.

Legacy

Listing on a permanent digital donor wall for the Next Century Fund. Recognition in 100th anniversary materials and historical archive.

Community

Group of students holding string instruments

Play an integral part in the RMF community. Be involved in an Operation Replay gift.

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