Gifford Youth Orchestra
I am a senior at Vero Beach High School, a person of diverse interests and talents. I just turned 18 years old and my three favorite hobbies are singing, painting, and spending time with my family. I moved from Ohio to Vero Beach, Florida at 9 with my mom and grandmother. I have played the violin for 7 years with the Gifford Youth Orchestra, and performed at Disney World for the Candlelight Processional with the Vero Beach High School Choir in 2023. I was a cheerleader for two years for the Gifford Gators, and volunteered at the Humane Society in 2023. During the summer of 2023, I held a hosting position for Lorenzo’s Pizzeria in Oberlin, Ohio. I have also been involved in basketball, bowling, skating, gymnastics, and other activities at Vero Beach, showcasing my versatility and adaptability.
WE ARE TIGERS
Music and Cultural Arts Education for Children ages 3 through 18
I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy;
but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning.”
THE TIGER LOGO
MEANING AND PURPOSE
Honor our Community
In honor of the community togetherness that existed when Gifford had its own high school, we have re-ignited the mascot that brought many folks to their feet to cheer for their children.
Augment Community Togetherness
We hope to enhance that old feeling of community togetherness that over rides the difference in creed, age, and financial standing.
We are the Gifford Tigers
We are the Gifford Tigers with a gentle spirit of nurturing and caring for each other, a ferocious consciousness for excellence, and the ability to adapt to whatever is put before us.
WE NEED YOUR HELP
to achieve our mission
As a contribution to the idea of breaking the cycle of poverty,
OUR MISSION IS
To provide education, experience, and training in various cultural and performing arts, including music, drama, dance, and the vocal arts for the youth of Gifford, Florida
(and neighboring Indian River County communities,)
with a core focus on mastering stringed instruments.
The Gifford Youth Orchestra is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Your generous gifts to our organization are tax deductible.
– Thank you