Charleston Symphony Orchestra League, Inc.

The drawing for the CSOL’s Lexus 2010 IS250c two door hardtop convertible was held on May 28th at the Piccolo Spoleto Custom House Concert. The lucky winner was Mr. Robert Dixon of Kiawah Island.

Mr. Dixon, who will be celebrating his 92nd birthday at the end of this month, said “This is the first thing that I’ve won since I was twelve. I was a newspaper boy then and won an Easter egg!”

Mr. and Mrs. Dixon arrived at Lexus of Charleston on Tuesday, June 1st to make the arrangements for the car delivery. Mr. David Yarborough, General Manager, and Mr. Michael Warren, General Sales Manager of Lexus, were present to congratulate the couple and to help facilitate the transfer of ownership.

Mrs. Dixon is a double lung transplant recipient.  This requires frequent trips to Duke University for follow-up treatment.  Driving there in this red convertible might add a bit of pleasure to the trip.  She said “I might have to fill up the entire trunk with my medications!”

The Car Sponsorship is the second largest fundraiser for the Charleston Symphony Orchestra League, Inc.  This is the fourth year that Lexus of Charleston has partnered with the league in its efforts to raise money for the symphony. An award in recognition of Lexus’ commitment to the community and to the CSO was presented to Mr. Yarborough.

This year, the league has raised over twenty-five thousand dollars in ATAX money and has raised over two hundred thousand dollars through fundraising efforts.  As a 501c3 non-profit organization, monies raised provide music scholarships to young talented students in the Tri-County Area,  give CSO musicians advanced study awards and provide operating funds for the Charleston Symphony Orchestra.

Thanks to all who participated in the Car Sponsorship.  Your support is greatly appreciated.