Our Supporters

We have a Voice because of your support

One Voice is a unique 501(c)(3) organization in Charlotte—distinct from other art groups in its dedicated LGBTQIA+ affirmation, and unique among queer organizations in its ability to speak to people through music. Our mission is to increase understanding and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ people, and our music entertains, inspires, connects, and fosters positive change.

Your financial support is critical

More than half our annual income is provided by generous individual and business supporters like you. We strive to constrain costs and cover production costs with ticket sales, grants, and dues from our chorus members. But to keep the mission and message alive, One Voice Chorus depends on the support of generous donors like you. Your financial contribution makes it possible for our organization to continue touching hearts and changing lives.

In addition to individual giving, corporate donations, and sponsorships, we also accept other strategies of giving including DAFs, Matching Gifts (click here for the list of NC Companies with Matching Programs), and Legacy Giving. To learn more about any of these opportunities and make a tax-deductible contribution to One Voice Chorus, please reach out to Micah Deer, Executive Director, at 980-220-2435 or [email protected].

Thank you so much for considering a gift to support the mission of One Voice Chorus and our LGBTQIA+ artistry. Together, we Sing as One.

Updated January 2025

Director’s Circle

We are profoundly grateful for the support of each and every contributor. If your name has been inadvertently omitted or is not represented accurately, please let us know so that we can promptly correct our error and recognize your efforts appropriately.

Maestro ($2,500 & up)
  • Brian Thomas & Shane Lappert
  • Chad Mackie
  • Jennings Fort & John Ballew in honor of Mark Clinard
  • Daniel Purdy
  • John Hoemann & Howard Upchurch
  • Kelly Hall
  • Kathie Murphy & Jan Maynard
  • Matthew & Jonathan Barbour-Kluttz
Producer ($1,500 to $2,499)
  • Brandon James
  • Christopher Jones & Steven Wilson
  • David Hodges
  • Kayla Freeman & Freeman Insurance Services
  • Harold Lowry
  • Liz & Scott Fitzgerald
Composer ($1,000 to $1,499)
  • The Beller Family
  • Steven & Esther Kant
Patron ($500 to $999)
  • Dr. Andrea Dobrich & Inspire Wellness
  • Amber Mongak
  • Arwen Varner
  • Eddie Case & Reese Manceaux
  • Linda Lawyer
  • Logan Smith
  • Meghan Howard
  • Richard Cyrus
Muse ($250 to $499)
  • The Cavebright Household
  • Eleanor Reali
  • Melissa Heiter
  • Paige Long
  • Shannon Wightman-Girard
  • Teresa Atchison in memory of Ruby Dye

Corporate Sponsors


Foundation & Grant Sponsors

One Voice Chorus is supported, in part, by an operational support grant from the City of Charlotte. We are deeply grateful for our city’s support of the arts!



One Voice Chorus is supported, in part, with funding from ASC.