Raise money for Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra
The Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra is the future of music in our community. We are committed to providing unique opportunities for youth across Nova Scotia and to supporting young musicians as they grow.
Together, the Symphony Striders and the NSYO are raising money for the NSYO Wellness Program. The first of its kind in Atlantic Canada, the Wellness Program provides resources for mental, physical, and musical health that supports our youth musicians' development in a positive and healthy environment. Programming kicks off with the NSYO Connect: Orchestra Retreat Weekend where musicians meet our team of wellness experts and are introduced to the many components of healthy music making. Throughout the season musicians have access to the Beyond the Notes weekly workshop series which provides practical tools and encourages thoughtful conversations about wellness. Nutritional breaks are integrated into each rehearsal and musical programming is structured to support joyful music making.
MAY 7th 2025 IS DOMUS REALTY MATCHING DAY!
Thanks to our team sponsor Domus Realty, we’re pleased to share that Domus Realty will officially present Domus Realty Matching Day! All donations made on May 7th 2025 through our team page or to our Striders teammates will be matched by Domus Realty dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000.
Together, the Symphony Striders and Domus Realty believe in the way music allows us to connect, express, and explore. The Symphony Striders have been a driving force behind Symphony Nova Scotia’s Education & Outreach programming for many years, and we can’t wait to once again team up with the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra to raise funds for the NSYO Wellness Program.
We’re happy to offer some amazing rewards for our top fundraisers on the team!
- First Place wins two (2) SENSEA Nordic Spa passes
- Second Place wins two (2) U-Pick 6 ticket packages to Symphony Nova Scotia's 2025/26 Season
- Third Place wins two (2) tickets of your choice to Symphony Nova Scotia's 2025/26 Season
*Please note in addition to the designated prizes, the first place winner also receives the second and third place prizes, and the second place winner also receives the third place prize.
**Every Symphony Strider who raises over $500 for the team will receive two (2) complimentary tickets to your choice of The Nutcracker OR the NSYO's side-by-side concert with Symphony Nova Scotia during the 2025/26 Season!
**All Symphony Striders will be entered into a draw – post-2025 Blue Nose Marathon – for a chance to win an Original Kettle 22-inch black charcoal barbecue.
Teams
Click on a team below to make a donation.
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Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra
Raised: $30,486.12
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Runners Choice Waterloo
Raised: $216.76
Recent donors
| Date | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 19 | Cindy and David | $25.00 |
| May 19 | Cindy and David | $25.00 |
| May 18 | Scott Brookfield on behalf of Commercial Flooring Group & Creative Kitchen Solutions | $200.00 |
| May 18 | john macleod. NSYO supporter | Undisclosed amount |
| May 18 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| May 18 | Minako - and Bob Borgen | $54.67 |
| May 18 | Melissa Scherkoske | $81.53 |
| May 17 | Andrew Coll | $27.83 |
| May 17 | Marta Smith | $27.83 |
| May 17 | Bassoon Supremacy 420 | $55.32 |
