HARMONY PROJECT 25TH ANNIVERSARY ANNUAL GALA
Orchestrating Opportunity: 25 Years of Harmony in Los Angeles
For a quarter-century, Harmony Project has believed that music is more than just notes on a page. Our belief is that music is a powerful intervention for LA’s underserved children and is a catalyst for for lifelong success. We are beyond excited to invite you to our 25th Anniversary Gala on Sunday, May 3, at 11:00am at the beautiful Skirball Cultural Center as we celebrate this historic milestone.
The gala is a heartfelt tribute to the thousands of young artists across Los Angeles who have used the discipline of an instrument to find their voices and attain higher education, rewriting their family’s trajectory while overcoming the unique challenges of under-resourced environments."
We look forward to the milestone day filled with special musical performances, unforgettable speeches, and much more! Harmony Project is honored to recognize our Chair Emeritus, Howard Banchik, whose philanthropic vision and unwavering dedication have served as the heartbeat of our mission since 2001.
Your presence and generosity ensure that our pipeline of music education, social support, and college readiness services remains accessible to the children who need it most. Please join us in celebrating a legacy that truly changes lives and help us carry this harmony into the next 25 years!
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25TH ANNIVERSARY GALA HONOREE
Howard Banchik
CO-FOUNDER, WESTWOOD FINANCIAL / HARMONY PROJECT CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
As the Co-Founder and Chairman of Westwood Financial, Howard Banchik boasts a legendary career in real estate spanning over five decades. However, his true distinction lies in his unwavering commitment to orchestrating opportunity for the next generation. This dedication is deeply rooted in personal experience; raised in a working-class family in Pacoima, Howard credits music as the catalyst for his professional success, having started a band that funded his own college tuition.
Howard’s response to the transformative power of music has been resolute. Over the past 25 years, he has forged an indomitable bond with Harmony Project and its young artists, serving as a pivotal figure since our inception in 2001. Howard’s support has been nothing short of exemplary; from his visionary leadership to granting over 800 daily needs college scholarships to Harmony graduates, he has consistently embodied our mission. Through his tireless advocacy, Howard has propelled Harmony Project to unprecedented heights, ensuring that the gift of music continues to break systemic barriers and change lives across greater Los Angeles.
GALA DINNER CHAIRS
Janelle and Randy Banchik
Stephany Fernandez
Susan and Mel Plutsky
Sandra Rosenbaum
Anissa and Tim Siegel
