Vision 

The 1929 Society is dedicated to sustaining the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra (JSO) in perpetuity.  

Mission 

To provide education and increase awareness regarding the importance of planned giving to ensure the long-term financial stability of the JSO. 

Definition of the 1929 Society: Who we are 

• Those whose estate planning reflects a commitment anticipated to be in excess of $10,000 to the JSO.  

• Those who have endowed an orchestral chair at a minimum commitment of $10,000 

• Those who make gifts at or in excess of $10,000 to the JSO unrestricted or restricted endowments, or to the JSO Endowment established by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies.

The 1929 Society honors individuals who have committed to supporting Johnstown Symphony Orchestra forever through a planned gift, which will preserve the legacy of JSO for many years to come. The 1929 Society is our way of acknowledging your commitment to the future – today.

Becoming a member of the 1929 Society is simple. You can give a meaningful gift of $10,000 or more to the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Endowment Fund now, or include the fund as a beneficiary of a gift from your estate. Membership ensures you are recognized now for your planned gift, which will help to ensure the long-term financial stability of the JSO.

Membership in the 1929 Society comes with special benefits, including:

• Invitation to an annual exclusive 1929 Society event on May 1, 2022 at 3 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 130 Valley Pike, Johnstown 15905.

• 1929 Society lapel pin

• Recognition in the orchestra's subscription series programs, where possible

  Make a meaningful gift to the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Endowment Fund and join a group of other like-minded individuals intent on securing the future of our region’s most wonderful musical institution.

  Support Johnstown Symphony Orchestra now, so it can last forever.

  To talk more about giving to the permanently restricted endowment, contact Jessica Satava at (814) 535-6738 or jsatava@johnstownsymphony.org

Founding Members

Dr. Magdi and Karen Azer Section Oboe Endowed Chair 
Joel A. Bezek and Family Section Violin Endowed Chair 
R. Michael Cascio  
Carmel C. Coco Section Bassoon Endowed Chair 
John and Julie Coyle 
Jelorma Lopresti DeMario 
Mark F. Gojmerac Section Viola Endowed Chair 
Thomas and Sara Goughnour 
Bob and Sam Hanson 
Lynne Hood 
Johanna LaBuda 
Bill and Stacey Locher 
Dorothy and Camille Maravalli 
Dennis and Karen McNair 
Frank and Mary Edith Mardis Principal Clarinet Endowed Chair 
Thomas J. O’Brien 
Ethel Otrosina 
Mark Pasquerilla and Leah McCullough Concertmaster’s Chair 
Frank and Sylvia Pasquerilla Conductor’s Chair 
The Pullen Family Section Cello Endowed Chair
Dr. James and Christine Richey Principal Cello Endowed Chair 
Terry L. Stevens 
Clyde and Rita Thomas 
Robert E. “Bob” Thomas Section Violin Chair 
Zeigler and Hauger Families Principal Bass Endowed Chair