The Turkstra Legacy Circle
In honour of Carl and Kate Turkstra, who together shared a passion for the arts and a fervent belief in the power of the arts to enrich communities, we have created the Turkstra Legacy Circle.
The Turkstra Legacy Circle recognizes those who leave a legacy in their Will to the HPO.
Your love of orchestral music can be your legacy.
The HPO connects and strengthens our region through exceptional orchestral music experiences. Originally founded in 1884, the HPO became established as a professional orchestra in 1949. Since 1950 the HPO has been at the heart of our performing arts community. Throughout these 70+ years we have been the region’s professional orchestra, consistently staging high quality, inspirational and inclusive live performances that bring audiences together for the shared experience of being moved, challenged and transformed by the power of orchestral music.
Preserving and building upon the accomplishments of the HPO is the mission of the Turkstra Legacy Circle, whose members make provisions for the HPO in their estate plans.
Help sustain orchestral music in this region for generations through a legacy gift. Your legacy gift will:
- Support Artistic Excellence and Innovation in all aspects of our programming, education and outreach.
- Support wellbeing through music with programming that is accessible and inclusive
- Support inspiring music education and community engagement
By informing the HPO of your legacy plans you become a member of the Turkstra Legacy Circle and:
- Encourage others to leave a legacy
- Allow us to honour you during your lifetime
- Make it possible for the HPO to plan for its future
Benefits of membership in the Turkstra Legacy Circle include public recognition (if desired) and invitations to an annual exclusive Turkstra Legacy Circle event.
Create your own legacy dedicated to the future of great music by making a future commitment to the HPO and ensure that exceptional orchestral music will benefit others for years to come.
- Leave a bequest in your Will – this can be a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or the residue after all beneficiaries, debts and administrative fees have been paid.
- Insurance Legacy – gifts can be created by using new or existing life insurance policies. With the gift of a policy you can support the HPO by naming the HPO as a Beneficiary of your policy. This is a great way for younger donors with limited assets to leave a lasting legacy.
- Other – gifts of property and other assets can have charitable tax advantages.
Please consult your lawyer and financial advisor to ensure the accuracy of your intent and the most tax effective method.