Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Fine Arts & Family Series
A very affordable, accessible series designed to showcase Classical, Jazz, Folk, American Roots and the extraordinary talents of local youth and other area artists providing an exciting opportunity for performers to shine on the stage of a nationally recognized venue for the arts.
Project Outreach
The Ives supports local social service agencies by distributing complimentary tickets to disabled and multicultural inner-city residents bringing exposure of the arts to underserved populations, while building audiences for future generations.
Adopt A Garden
“Adopt A Garden” offers opportunities to garden enthusiasts and landscape designers to sponsor and create a gardenscape to integrate naturalized plantings that echo the existing woodlands in harmony and balance with the surrounding setting and spirit of Ives Concert Park. Sponsors receive exciting and valuable benefits including advertising, corporate recognition, a link to the sponsor business on the Ives website and complimentary season concert tickets.
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Board of directorsas of 07/02/2019
Mrs. Leslie Brent
Sherri Hill
Western CT State University
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes