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September 21, 2023 2023 Giving Guide

317 Main Community Music Center

2024 Goals

Our new building footprint has allowed us to continue to expand the breadth and depth of our programming. Building on our rich musical education experience, we are continuing to create and explore additional events that build community connections through music. We are excited to bring back our annual family music festival, Henryfest, this year. In addition, we are hosting various talented musicians in our concert series and events in our new Fox & the Fiddle Cafe and Pub.

We hope to continue to expand our ability to offer lessons as well as workshops, classes and ensembles. Our weekly drop-in jams have grown to include Cajun and Blues in addition to our long-standing Bluegrass Jams.

Fundraising events/Opportunities

317 Main offers a variety of event programming throughout the year, which includes open mic nights, jams, workshops, a weekly farmer’s market, concerts/festivals and much more. With our renovated, expanded facility now open, which includes a new cafe/pub and state-of-the-art performance hall (200-person capacity), we are excited to deliver an even greater variety of programming and community events. Sponsorship opportunities at various giving levels are available for many of our events and programs. For more information, please contact Director of Development Marshall Wallach at marshall@317main.org.

Giving Opportunities

The 317 Main student experience is made possible in large part by the generosity of individual and organizational donors. There are many different ways you can support us with a gift, including one-time and recurring monthly donations through our Rhythm Section program, foundation grants, corporate philanthropy, event sponsorships, gifts of stock/securities, planned/estate gifts (including IRA designations), and more. For more information, including details on sponsorship packages and named space opportunities, please contact Director of Development Marshall Wallach at marshall@317main.org. To make a secure online donation now, please visit 317main.org/support.

Volunteer Opportunities

317 Main has a proud history of volunteerism in a variety of areas of its work, including events and performances, fundraising, marketing, administrative support and more. Our Jambassadors help us with various music events and outreach efforts, spreading the word about 317 Main and the importance of music education. To learn more and get involved, please contact Joe Beninati at Joe@317main.org.

Leadership

John Williams Executive Director

 

Shari Elder Board Chair

 

Board Members

Cass Baker

Renee Bogart

Malaika Danovitz

Wendy Drexler

Tom Feeley

Stefan Iris

Linda Libby

Emily Muther

Wickes Rossiter

Jeff Schwartz

Ania Small

Jeff White

At a Glance

Established: 2005

Employees: 11

Annual revenue: $1.6 million

Top funding sources

70% Tuition

16% Contributions

14% Grants

Contact

317 Main St., Yarmouth, ME 04096

(207) 846-9559

marshall@317main.org

www.317main.org

facebook.com/317music

instagram.com/317main/

vimeo.com/user89279129

Awards/Accolades

We were very lucky to have been one of a select few nonprofits in Maine to receive a charitable contribution from McKenzie Scott. Her commitment of $1.5 million has assisted with our sustainable long-term growth and support of our program expansion.

Maddie Yates, a 317 Main student, won the second annual Maine Country Music Hall of Fame Annual High School Guitar Competition.

Mission Statement

317 Main is a community-supported organization that uses music as the catalyst to bring people together. Our mission is to encourage creative expression, personal growth and community connection through music.

Service locations

We serve over 2,000 people with weekly programming every year. This includes 1,000 students who come to our studios in Yarmouth from 61 towns and cities in Maine for lessons, workshops, ensembles, jam sessions, performances and other community events, plus an additional 1,097 students who participate in free programming through our Partnership Program with schools, libraries and other community organizations throughout the state.