First Horizon Foundation has once again shown its dedication to arts accessibility by making an additional donation to the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts’ ticket subsidy program. As the initial contributor who launched this impactful program, First Horizon Foundation’s continued support has helped the program grow significantly. Now supported by 61 additional donors, the initiative has provided free tickets for multiple major touring productions this season alone.
The ticket subsidy program was created to give children and teens from financially
disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to experience the transformative power of
live theater at no cost to their families. Since its inception, the program has been
warmly embraced by the community, creating memorable experiences for young people
and inspiring a love of the arts that will last a lifetime.
“First Horizon celebrated its 160th Anniversary this year, and throughout our history,
we have long been a supporter of the arts. We are proud to continue our partnership
with ETSU and the Martin Center, as this First Horizon Foundation grant will ensure
a meaningful impact on the children who get to enjoy the theater experience at no
cost to their family. Arts are for everyone in our community, and it is our privilege
to help make that a reality,” said Greg Perdue, First Horizon’s Tri Cities Market
President.
Jennifer Clements, Executive Director of the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, expressed
her appreciation for First Horizon Foundation’s ongoing commitment. “We’re incredibly
grateful to First Horizon Foundation for continuing to support the arts and making
it possible for children who might not otherwise have the chance to experience live
theater,” said Clements. “It’s exciting to see this program take off and continue
to grow, giving more young people the opportunity to be inspired and captivated by
the magic of the arts.”
Since First Horizon Foundation’s initial $5,000 gift in December of last year, the
ticket subsidy program has thrived, allowing the Martin Center to collaborate with
local organizations and distribute tickets to those who need them most. As the program
continues to flourish, the ETSU Martin Center looks forward to providing even more
unforgettable moments to the next generation of arts enthusiasts.
For more information on the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts and the ticket subsidy
program, please visit ETSUMartinCenter.org.
About the Martin Center for the Arts: The 93,000 square foot ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, located at 1320 W. State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, features three venues, as well as three rehearsal/meeting rooms. Construction on the center began in early 2018 and was completed in fall 2020, in the midst of the pandemic. The ETSU Foundation Grand Hall can seat nearly 1,200.
East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular mission: to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. Through its world-class health sciences programs and interprofessional approach to health care education, ETSU is a highly respected leader in rural health research and practices. The university also boasts nationally ranked programs in the arts, technology, computing, and media studies. ETSU serves approximately 14,000 students each year and is ranked among the top 10 percent of colleges in the nation for students graduating with the least amount of debt.
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