TC AZ is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) Charity - AZ QCO Code 22218
GRANT FROM FAMILY FOUNDATION - update SEPTEMBER 2024
We are delighted that in January we received grant funds from a private family foundation
In 2024 a private family foundation presented us with a ten thousand dollar donation to help us fulfill our central mission. That mission is to provide music therapy to people with Parkinson's disease in an inclusive supportive environment.
Our members enjoy singing in concert. One way we are using their funding is to perform four concerts to serve seniors. It won't cost the institution nor will the audience be ask for donations. We could not have done so without this grant. There are four concerts being funded by this grant. The first was held August 7, the next on August 14, then on Sept. 13 and finally a concert is scheduled in Sun Lakes on October 24. See our concert schedule for details (CONCERTS).
Thanks to this generous foundation, we can give back and share our music with others who would not otherwise have heard us.
West side singers at the Diane and Bruce Halle Adult Day Health Services Center, Glendale.
GREATER SUN LAKES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GRANT
The Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation presented our Sun Lakes music therapy group with a thousand dollar check on March 14, 2024. Tremble Clefs AZ Music Director Sun Joo Lee formally accepted the grant. Carolyn Perkins who directs the Sun Lakes Tremble Clefs and Mutsumi Mori their accompanist were present, beaming with happiness, as were the singers. It was a wonderful Thursday morning! Thank you, Sun Joo, for writing the grant to this community organization, which is dedicated to making life better in Sun Lakes.
special congressional recognition to west side tremble clefs
US House of Representatives & Congresswoman Lesko honor the West Side TC - July 26, 2023
On Wednsday morning, July 26, 2023, Monica Yelin, Outreach Director for Congresswoman Debbie Lesko, Arizona, 8th District, came to Sun City to present the Special Congressional Recognition Award to the West Side Tremble Clefs. Sun Joo Lee, Music Director, accepted the award on behalf of the group. At the right is a photo of Ms. Yelin (at left) and Ms. Lee holding the certificate.
Ms. Yelin gave a speech that morning. Here is a copy of that speech:
It is an honor to be here with you. Before I begin, please allow me to acknowledge Music Director Sun Joo Lee, members of the board, leadership, volunteers, stakeholders, community partners, donors and anyone involved in this important cause. I also want to celebrate The West Side Tremble Clefs 15-year anniversary, congratulations on this milestone.
Someone once said your illness does not define you, your courage does. To the patients that are here today, know that we admire you. Your spirits are unbreakable, and your resilience is an inspiration to the world.
Since 2008, The West Side Tremble Clefs have been providing music therapy to many of those with Parkinson’s disease, touching countless lives, and leaving profound imprints along the way. But music is much more than melodies and harmony, it is a powerful healer. Whether it’s through friendship, singing, encouragement and love, you have shown an unwavering dedication for others.
Your impact has not gone unnoticed, words can not express our immense gratitude for your remarkable contributions to this community. Thanks to you, those who struggle have not felt alone, you are their heroes and their beacon of hope. The patients and their families may have forgotten what you said or did, but never how you made them feel.
We can not be prouder for having this group in our district, your sense of humanity and volunteerism is inspiring. Because of your compassion and dedication, your organization has been chosen for such a special award. It is my privilege, on behalf of the United States House of Representatives and Congresswoman Debbie Lesko to present you with this Congressional Recognition Award. Thank you for all you do.
Copy of the text of the award presentation speech given by Monica Yelin, Outreach Director, for Congresswoman Debbie Lesko, Arizona, 8th District, on July 26, 2023, in Sun City to the West Side Tremble Clefs.
