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September 19, 2024 2024 Giving Guide

Pihcintu

Pihcintu Multinational Girls Chorus at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Boston.

2025 Goals

There has been a huge number of new arrivals to the Greater Portland area this year and so we need to increase the capacity of the chorus to provide these new arrivals with the “Pihcintu” experience. This will require expanding our transportation capabilities and support staff.

We have also been asked to produce social media music videos for United Help Ukraine, the New Town Alliance Against Gun Violence and UN Women while also producing a documentary of the chorus.

In addition, in concert with the Maine Education Association, we will identify 10 schools in Maine that would benefit from the Pihcintu experience and bring the chorus to them.

Fundraising Events/Opportunities

In the past we have relied upon grants, concert fees, personal donations and sales of merchandise to support the chorus. That said, we would greatly appreciate the chance to discuss sponsorship, performance and fundraising opportunities with any and all who might be interested.

Giving Opportunities

As we are a very small organization, we do not have the time or staff to devote to an annual appeal. However, we have a donate button at our website (www.pihcintu.org) and would welcome any and all donations in order to support our ever-growing immigrant and refugee population. Con Fullam, Founder/ Executive Director, would be more than happy to meet with any interested parties!

Volunteer Opportunities

Transportation is our greatest challenge and drivers are always needed both for weekly rehearsals that take place on Mondays at 4:30 p.m. at The Root Cellar on Washington Avenue in Portland and on concert dates throughout the year, most of which are on weekends and may require overnight stays.

Leadership

 

Mark Adelson
Board Chair

 

Board officers

Mark Adelson, Board Chair, Retired CEO Portland Housing Authority

Stephen Bither, Treasurer, Attorney

Board Members

Tae Chong, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Expert

Jonathan Cooper, Violin maker/musician

Regal Nasheef, Grant Writer

Con Fullam, Founder/Executive Director

At A Glance

 

Established: 2005

Employees: 1

Annual revenue: $80,000

Top funding sources

50% Grants

35% Concert fees

15% Private donations

Contact

36 Emerson Drive

Windham, ME 04062

(207) 318-2580

www.pihcintu.org

https://www.facebook.com/people/Pihcintu-Multi-National-Girls-Chorus/100063625682248/

Instagram: @pihcintuchorus

Awards/Accolades

Pihcintu received the Silver Award from the National Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences for its Global Awareness Campaign for Ukraine. We received commendations from the George W. Bush Institute on Immigration and The New England Conference on World Peace and welcomed 10 new singers, all recent arrivals from the DRC, Angola and South Africa.

In addition, we received the Maine Education Association 2023 Human and Civil Rights Award; 2023 Maine Education Association Ashley Bryan Arts and Humanities Award; the 2022 Anthem Bronze Award from the International Academy of Digital Arts and Science; and recognition from the Maine State Legislature and a commendation from Portland City Council.

Mission Statement

The mission of Pihcintu is to provide immigrant and refugee girls with the opportunity to find friendship, support and learning skills in a warm and welcoming environment. It also teaches musical and performance skills to be used in the many concerts we perform each year.

Service locations

Biddeford, Lewiston, Portland, South Portland and Westbrook.