The Symphony Striders are racing to support the NSYO!

RACE DAYS: MAY 16-18, 2025

The Symphony Striders are going to run, walk, and dance their way to the finish line in support of the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra! We’ve been named the largest fundraising team in the Blue Nose Marathon numerous times, and have raised over $170,000 for education and outreach programming. Help us keep the momentum going as we raise support for the NSYO Wellness Program. Donate today!

 

DOMUS REALTY MATCHING DAY

Thanks to our team sponsor Domus Realty, May 7, 2025 is officially Domus Realty Matching Day! All donations made on May 7 through our team page or to our Striders teammates will be matched by Domus Realty dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000.

Last year, Domus Realty Matching Day alone helped the Symphony Striders raise an amazing $17,986.26 from over 100 donors and our friends at Domus Realty.

Together, the Symphony Striders and Domus Realty believe in the way music allows us to connect, express, and explore. The Symphony Striders have been a driving force behind Symphony Nova Scotia’s Education & Outreach programming for many years, and we can’t wait to once again team up with the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra to raise funds for the NSYO Wellness Program.

 

THE NSYO WELLNESS PROGRAM

The Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra is an education and outreach program that delivers unique, life-enriching experiences for young musicians. With mentorship from professional musicians and the support of a community of peers, youth can explore their musical talents, establish a network of friends, and grow in a positive environment. The NSYO is the only program of its kind in Nova Scotia and the opportunities it offers are essential to supporting our youth.

The NSYO Wellness Program provides resources for mental, physical, and musical health that support our youth musicians’ development in a positive and healthy environment. Programming kicks off with the NSYO Connect: Orchestra Retreat Weekend where musicians meet our team of wellness experts and are introduced to the many components of healthy music making. Throughout the season, musicians have access to the Beyond the Notes weekly workshop series, which provides practical tools and encourages thoughtful conversations about wellness. Nutritional breaks are integrated into each rehearsal and musical programming is structured to support joyful music making. To learn more about this program, please click here.

Foster well-being through joyful music making. Donate today!

 

HOW TO SIGN UP

More details coming soon!

 

FUNDRAISING PERKS

We’re happy to offer some amazing rewards for our top fundraisers on the team! Stay tuned to learn more. 🙂

 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

We’re so grateful to everyone who has shown incredible support to our team over the years! You’ve made such a difference and have made the NSYO Wellness Program possible.