102 Years of Music — Help Shape PYP’s Next Chapter!
Posted on February 11, 2026
On February 14, Portland Youth Philharmonic celebrates its 102nd birthday, a milestone that reflects more than a century of young musicians discovering confidence, discipline, and joy through music. Every generation of students builds on the last, supported by families, alumni, and community members who believe in the power of music education. As we celebrate this moment, we invite you to help shape what PYP’s second century looks like.
Meet the Musicians Breakfast — March 18
PYP’s annual Meet the Musicians Breakfast Fundraiser is our largest spring fundraising event and a powerful way to experience our mission in action. Guests enjoy live performances by Camerata and Portland Youth String Ensemble, hear directly from students and artistic leadership, and gain an inside look at how PYP transforms young lives.
This year’s keynote speaker, PYP alum and American String Quartet violist Daniel Avshalomov, represents the lifelong impact of a PYP education. The event is fast-paced, inspiring, and focused on direct support for student programs — no auction, just an invitation to invest in the future of these musicians. Whether attending as a guest, sponsor, or table host, your participation helps sustain the programs that make PYP possible.
PYP Alumni Monthly Giving Challenge
We are also calling on PYP alumni to help carry the legacy forward. Through the Alumni Monthly Giving Challenge, new recurring gifts from alumni will be matched dollar for dollar by conductor David Hattner, up to $10,000!
Even modest monthly contributions provide meaningful support for scholarships, coaching, and outreach programs that reach thousands of students each year. It’s a simple, sustained way for alumni to give the next generation the same opportunities that shaped their own PYP experience.
Looking Ahead
Celebrating 102 years is about honoring our history while investing in what comes next. With your support, Portland Youth Philharmonic can continue inspiring young musicians and strengthening our community for decades to come.
Want to learn more ways you can support PYP? Contact our Development Director .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
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