Check made out to Cincinnati Song Initiative and mailed to:

Cincinnati Song Initiative
Attn: Samuel Martin
203 E 8th Street Suite 3
Cincinnati, OH 45202

<h4 data-pm-slice="1 1 []" fr-original-style="white-space:pre-wrap;" id="isPasted" style="white-space: pre-wrap; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">When you join the Friends of CSI, you sustain the creative programming and artists who make the music happen. You also become part of a tight-knit community that connects through a shared passion for song and its ability to bring people together.</h4>Song Ambassador CircleSong Ambassadors support CSI&rsquo;s mission with a gift of $10 or more each month ($120 or more each year) and enjoy the following benefits:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">Priority booking for Mainstage concerts two weeks ahead of general access.</li><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">An exclusive invitation to post-concert receptions with artists and fellow song enthusiasts.</li><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">A semi-annual Friends of CSI newsletter from our Artistic Director.</li><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">Recognition for one Mainstage concert every season sponsored by the Friends of CSI.</li><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">20% discount on merch.</li></ul>Composer&#39;s CircleMembers of the Composer&rsquo;s Circle support CSI&rsquo;s mission with a gift of $50 or more each month ($600 or more each year) and enjoy all benefits of Song Ambassadors, plus:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">Individual acknowledgement in our concert programs and online.</li><li fr-original-style="">A personal invitation for you and a friend to attend the annual Friends of CSI Thank-You&nbsp;reception and other private events.</li><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">Early bird registration to secure your spot for limited-capacity <a fr-original-style="background:linear-gradient(currentcolor, currentcolor) left bottom / 100% 1px no-repeat;cursor:pointer;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);text-decoration:none;white-space:initial;text-underline-offset:0.2em;text-decoration-skip-ink:auto;display:inline;transition:color 0.6s cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1), background-size calc(0.3s) cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);overflow-wrap:break-word;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="https://www.cincinnatisonginitiative.org/song-connect" style="background:linear-gradient(currentcolor, currentcolor) left bottom / 100% 1px no-repeat;cursor:pointer;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);text-decoration:none;white-space:initial;text-underline-offset:0.2em;text-decoration-skip-ink:auto;display:inline;transition:color 0.6s cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1), background-size calc(0.3s) cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);overflow-wrap:break-word;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">Song Connect</a> events.</li></ul>Artistic Director&#39;s CircleMembers of the Artistic Director&rsquo;s Circle support CSI&rsquo;s mission with a gift of $250 or more each month ($3,000 or more each year), and enjoy all benefits of the Composer&rsquo;s Circle plus:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">A personal invitation for you and a friend to attend a dress rehearsal with artists and Cincinnati Public Radio hosts in preparation for a live-broadcast Mainstage concert.</li><li fr-original-style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin-top:0.5em;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0.5em;opacity:1;transition-property:transform, opacity, clip-path;transform:translate(0%, 0%);overflow-wrap:break-word;white-space:pre-wrap;transition-timing-function:cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);transition-duration:0.8s;font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);box-sizing:inherit;">The opportunity to sponsor a participating singer or pianist of the annual <a fr-original-style="background:linear-gradient(currentcolor, currentcolor) left bottom / 100% 1px no-repeat;cursor:pointer;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);text-decoration:none;white-space:initial;text-underline-offset:0.2em;text-decoration-skip-ink:auto;display:inline;transition:color 0.6s cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1), background-size calc(0.3s) cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);overflow-wrap:break-word;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="https://www.cincinnatisonginitiative.org/fellowship/about" style="background:linear-gradient(currentcolor, currentcolor) left bottom / 100% 1px no-repeat;cursor:pointer;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);text-decoration:none;white-space:initial;text-underline-offset:0.2em;text-decoration-skip-ink:auto;display:inline;transition:color 0.6s cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1), background-size calc(0.3s) cubic-bezier(0.19, 1, 0.22, 1);overflow-wrap:break-word;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">Fellowship of the Song</a> festival.</li></ul>

Dear <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;-webkit-user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;" style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;-webkit-user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit;">First name, Thanks to your generous gift, you&#39;ve directly helped connect people in Cincinnati and throughout the country through unique song experiences. We&#39;re pleased to offer special Friends of CSI benefits with you as our way of saying &quot;thank you&quot; for being one of our most cherished and impactful supporters. You can read about your benefits <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.cincinnatisonginitiative.org/donate#friends" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: initial; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">on our website</a>, and feel free to be in touch with me directly if you ever have any questions. To enjoy your 20% discount from our <a fr-original-style="text-decoration-color:initial;-webkit-user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="https://www.cincinnatisonginitiative.org/shop" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color:initial;-webkit-user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">merch store</a>, use promo code CSIFRIENDTYSM at checkout. And tag us in a photo on social media with your new swag! It means the world to have you in our corner as Cincinnati Song Initiative continues to promote and innovate the song genre. Without you, this work simply wouldn&#39;t be possible. I look forward to connecting with you at a future event soon! Fondly, Kaylyn Taylor Engagement Officer Cincinnati Song Initiative

Thank you for fundraising with us this year again! Here is more information.

When you join the Friends of CSI, you sustain the creative programming and artists who make the music happen. You also become part of a tight-knit community that connects through a shared passion for song and its ability to bring people together.Song Ambassador CircleSong Ambassadors support CSI’s mission with a gift of $10 or more each month ($120 or more each year) and enjoy the following benefits:<ul><li>Priority booking for Mainstage concerts two weeks ahead of general access.</li><li>An exclusive invitation to post-concert receptions with artists and fellow song enthusiasts.</li><li>A semi-annual Friends of CSI newsletter from our Artistic Director.</li><li>Recognition for one Mainstage concert every season sponsored by the Friends of CSI.</li><li>20% discount on merch.</li></ul>Composer's CircleMembers of the Composer’s Circle support CSI’s mission with a gift of $50 or more each month ($600 or more each year) and enjoy all benefits of Song Ambassadors, plus:<ul><li>Individual acknowledgement in our concert programs and online.</li><li>A personal invitation for you and a friend to attend the annual Friends of CSI Thank-You reception and other private events.</li><li>Early bird registration to secure your spot for limited-capacity <a href="https://www.cincinnatisonginitiative.org/song-connect" target="_blank">Song Connect</a> events.</li></ul>Artistic Director's CircleMembers of the Artistic Director’s Circle support CSI’s mission with a gift of $250 or more each month ($3,000 or more each year), and enjoy all benefits of the Composer’s Circle plus:<ul><li>A personal invitation for you and a friend to attend a dress rehearsal with artists and Cincinnati Public Radio hosts in preparation for a live-broadcast Mainstage concert.</li><li>The opportunity to sponsor a participating singer or pianist of the annual <a href="https://www.cincinnatisonginitiative.org/fellowship/about" target="_blank">Fellowship of the Song</a> festival.</li></ul>

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Cincinnati Song Initiative

### Context Profile for Cincinnati Song Initiative

1. **Organization Mission & Cause**:
   - **Mission**: The Cincinnati Song Initiative (CSI) is dedicated to the performance and promotion of art song, a genre that combines poetry and music. Their mission emphasizes the importance of storytelling through song, aiming to connect audiences with the emotional depth of the art form.
   - **Cause**: CSI seeks to enrich the cultural landscape of Cincinnati by presenting innovative performances, commissioning new works, and fostering a community around the appreciation of art song.

2. **Type of Activities**:
   - **Events**: CSI hosts a variety of concerts and performances that feature art songs, including themed programs like "Norden," which explores Nordic music and culture.
   - **Fundraising Campaigns**: The organization conducts ticket sales for events, with recent campaigns focused on specific performances.
   - **Community Programs**: CSI engages with the community through educational outreach, workshops, and collaborative projects that promote the art song genre.

3. **Tone of Voice**:
   - The tone of voice used by CSI is **inspiring** and **friendly**, with a focus on creating an emotional connection with the audience. The language is often descriptive and evocative, aiming to transport the audience into the world of the music and stories being presented. Communications are professional yet accessible, inviting participation and engagement.

4. **Emoji Usage**:
   - The organization does not appear to use emojis in their communications. Their content is primarily text-based, focusing on clear and evocative language to convey their messages.

5. **Key Facts**:
   - **Founding Info**: The specific founding date is not detailed on the website, but CSI is positioned as a contemporary initiative within the arts community.
   - **Scale**: CSI has conducted 71 email campaigns and has multiple forms for event registrations and donations.
   - **Impact Metrics**: While specific metrics are not provided, the organization emphasizes community engagement and the promotion of art song as a vital cultural expression.
   - **Volunteer Info**: The website does not explicitly mention volunteer opportunities; however, community involvement is likely encouraged through events and outreach programs.

6. **Writing Guidelines**:
   - **Style**: Use descriptive and evocative language to capture the emotional essence of the art song. Focus on storytelling and the cultural significance of the music.
   - **Audience Engagement**: Write in a way that invites the audience to participate, whether through attending events or engaging with the music. Use a friendly and approachable tone.
   - **Clarity and Professionalism**: Maintain a professional demeanor while ensuring that the content is accessible to a broad audience. Avoid jargon and focus on clear communication.
   - **Call to Action**: Encourage readers to learn more about events, purchase tickets, or get involved with the organization.

This context profile provides a comprehensive overview of the Cincinnati Song Initiative, enabling AI assistants to generate tailored content that aligns with the organization's mission, tone, and activities.

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