Angelos Mission Ensemble

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Since 2011, the Angelos Mission Ensemble (AME) youth have prepared a public Benefit Concert at the conclusion of their summer program to raise money for a worthy community cause. Each year, the proceeds go to a different organization or individual. This year, under the theme "Celebrating Heart," 100% of the proceeds from AME's Benefit Concert on June 29th will support The Open Door, an organization that provides immigrant families with the support they need to become strong, contributing members of society. Since its implementation in 2010, The Open Door has served over 7,000 immigrants through weekly English, GED Math, and computer classes, as well as community-building activities.

The Open Door was founded by Luis and Maggie Iza, both immigrants from Cuba. Although they came to America at different times and stages of their lives, they both vividly remember the challenges they faced upon arrival in the United States as well as the people who supported them. Motivated by a desire to extend the same love and grace they received, the Izas founded The Open Door to help new Americans integrate into mainstream society.

After studying the demographics of their hometown, West New York, NJ, the Izas discovered a significant influx of immigrants over the years. With 80% of the population being Latino and 60% foreign-born, many West New York residents spoke limited or no English. This language barrier led to challenges such as poverty, unemployment, and high school dropout rates among recent immigrants.

Recognizing that limited English proficiency was a major risk factor for poverty, the Izas began The Open Door NJNY as an ESL program. They later expanded it to include computer and GED preparation classes. In 2014, The Open Door recognized similar unmet needs across the river and launched its first New York site on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

To date, The Open Door has 4 program sites: West New York, NJ, the Upper West Side, East Harlem, and a virtual platform and serves over 600 immigrants annually.

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Angelos Mission Ensemble

11 Van Dyke Drive

Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423

This year, with a "Peaceful Heart", 100% of the proceeds from AME's Benefit Concert on July 7th will go to support Inheritance of Hope's (IoH), an organization that supports young families facing the loss of a parent due to terminal illness. Through their Legacy Retreat, IoH will serve 10 families in destination experiences where these families will create lifelong memories and receive the tools to navigate the challenges of terminal illness.

Since 2011, every year at the conclusion of the summer program, Angelos Mission Ensemble (AME) youth prepare a public Benefit Concert to raise money for a worthy community cause. Each year the proceeds go to a different organization or person. This year, 100% of the proceeds from AME's Benefit Concert on July 7th will go to support Inheritance of Hope's (IoH) Legacy Retreat taking place July 21-23, 2023. Through their Legacy Retreat, IoH will serve 10 families in destination experiences where these families will create lifelong memories and receive the tools to navigate the challenges of terminal illness.

Mission: To inspire the hope of Christ in young families facing the loss of a parent due to terminal illness

Vision: “Every Family Deserves a Legacy”

1 in 20 children under age 16 will suffer the loss of a parent

Every day, 562 children in the US lose a parent to terminal illness

3.7 million children in the US are in young families facing the loss of a parent

7 million people in the US are in young families facing the loss of a parent

This is a specific gift registry for the St. Louis retreat with different pieces of the experience available to sponsor at multiple price points.

Testimonials:

One of the greatest gifts anyone’s ever given me!!! Thank you @inheritance_of_hope @betsyogren @kendrascott for letting me serve with you!!! and getting to represent @dillards and the beastcoast -Chris Sarjant (LR, March 2023)

The impact of the parent connections and the ability for our kids to participate with other kids was amazing. -Randi Van Der Sloot (H@HW, March 2023)

This was a wonderful event for me and my family. My daughter is 10, almost 11 years old, and she has been really struggling with living with this cancer life. It has been wonderful for her to connect with other kids who understand what she's going through. -Nikki Dinda (H@HW, March 2023)

Each year, AME dedicates our final benefit concert proceeds to support an individual or organization representing a worthy cause. This summer, in line with our theme, "Devoted Heart," we are honored to raise funds for Paterson Music Project.

 

The Paterson Music Project (PMP) is a program of the Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts that empowers children to achieve their full potential through the joyful pursuit of musical excellence. Inspired by the global El Sistema movement, PMP uses music education as a vehicle for social change in its home city of Paterson.

PMP provides tuition-free musical training to students throughout Paterson after school and on weekends. Students study a primary instrument and participate in ensemble practice, instrumental sectionals, and private lessons three times a week. Students perform frequently for the community.



PMP launched its first site at the Community Charter School (CCSP) of Paterson in January 2013 with 32 second graders and has since added a new class of students each year. Since its inception, PMP has partnered with the Paterson Public Schools to open programming to students at Paterson Public Schools. Currently PMP hosts a central music site at Paterson School 16 and students from over 15 public schools study music after school and on weekends at this central site. Most recently, PMP has partnered with John P. Holland Charter School to provide musical training to over 200 students. In total, PMP serves nearly 500 students in grades 1-12 citywide.



Paterson Music Project is a program of the Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts. Wharton is New Jersey’s largest non-profit performing arts education organization serving over 1,500 students of all ages and abilities through a range of classes and ensembles including the 15 ensembles of the New Jersey Youth Symphony which serve 500 students in grades 3-12. Beginning with Pathways classes for the very young, the Performing Arts School offers 500 private lessons and group classes each week, ensuring there is something for everyone. 

For more information, visit patersonmusicproject.org.


Hector Otero (Violin 1) - 11th Grade

Haley Vallecillo (Violin 2) - 8th Grade

Rachael Diaz (Viola) - 10th Grade

Geanelly Vallecillo (Viola) - 10th Grade

Aleric Lopez (Cello) - 9th Grade

Eddier Lopez (Cello) - 11th Grade




The PMP Sextet was formed in 2018 when PMP students were invited to perform at the Paterson Habitat for Humanity “Taste of Paterson” event. Since then, the PMP Sextet has become the PMP flagship ensemble, performing at venues and events in Paterson and northern New Jersey. Performance highlights include the Wharton Arts Gala, Paterson Alliance Gala, King Residency Community Concert in Stamford, CT, and opening for the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra summer concert in 2021. Most recently the PMP Sextet received a “gold” rating at the Spring 2022 Arts Ed New Jersey Solo and Ensemble Festival. 



All proceeds will benefit the Paterson Music Project, a nonprofit that empowers youth and creates social change by providing intensive music education to over 400 students in Paterson,  NJ.