The Jacksonville Symphony’s 75th Diamond Anniversary Gala raised a record-breaking $900,000 in support of its education and community programs on March 1. The total was announced on stage by Music Director and Conductor Courtney Lewis during the “Moulin Rouge”-inspired pops concert.
Held at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts, the Diamond Anniversary Gala featured a dinner on the Moran stage presented by Chef’s Garden, a luxury auction, a performance co-produced by Spot-On Entertainment and an exclusive after-party.
“We are deeply grateful by the outpouring of support and generosity at this year’s gala,” said Steven B. Libman, president and CEO of the Jacksonville Symphony. “The funds raised on Saturday ensure we can continue bringing music education to over 70,000 students annually and inspire the next generation of musicians and arts lovers.”
The Symphony extended its gratitude to Gala Chairs Poppy and Rob Clements for their leadership in making the evening a success, title sponsor EverBank and all the guests who attended and contributed.
“It has been an exciting project chairing the 2025 Symphony Gala celebrating the Jacksonville Symphony’s 75th Anniversary,” said Poppy Clements. “We are extremely proud to have been part of something so successful that benefits the cultural jewel of our city!”
The event reaffirmed the Symphony’s role as a cultural cornerstone of North Florida, combining world-class performances with vital fundraising efforts.
