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, with a "Steadfast Heart", 100% of the proceeds from AME's Benefit Concert on July 25th will go to support the Bella Music Foundation (BMF), a New Jersey-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering blind classical and jazz musicians worldwide through advanced music education, international performance opportunities, and career development. Through the transformative power of music, BMF works to promote inclusion and raise awareness for visually impaired musicians—giving them equal access, recognition, and the opportunity to thrive.

Today, BMF has grown into a global network with branches in the United States, Canada, and South Korea, offering programs that span international music festivals, symphony orchestras, youth orchestras, and competitions. Those they serve are not just musicians—they are trailblazers who bring together artists from all backgrounds, spreading joy and hope through the healing power of music.

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help BMF reach more blind musicians and open doors they deserve to walk through. If you can't donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is just as meaningful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity — it means the world to our students and to this community.