2025 ANNUAL REPORT
WELCOME
Thank you for making the 2025 season such a memorable one.
This year, A2SF brought together exceptional touring ensembles from across the country and celebrated the talent in our own backyard. We hosted students from programs like the American Saxophone Academy and partnered with dozens of community organizations to expand our outreach efforts. Audiences were surprised and delighted by impromptu performances on the lawn from groups like Pittsburgh-based Squonk and The Kif-Kif Sisters, hailing from Montréal.
We were also thrilled to return our After Dark DJ series to the Grove and expand the Movies by Moonlight series. Informed by a community listening session held in February, we implemented the first set of changes aimed at better supporting families—including earlier start times on Sundays.
Behind the scenes, A2SF continued to make strategic investments in infrastructure and operations to strengthen the organization and improve the experience for artists and audiences alike. New benches, picnic tables, and production equipment were added, and—in partnership with the University of Michigan—we completed an event power upgrade that eliminates our reliance on diesel generators and moves us closer to Ann Arbor’s carbon reduction goals. These improvements support both our longterm sustainability and our efforts to restore an additional week to the annual season.
We invite you to revisit some of this season’s highlights with us.
Our Board and staff are always eager to connect, hear your stories, and learn from you. If you’d like to know more about how to continue to support our work, please reach out to us at info@a2sf.org.
Thank you for being part of this community—and for investing in its future. Mark your calendars for June 12, 2026, when we return to Ingalls Mall!
MIKE MICHELON Executive Director
DR. LYNETTE FINDLEY Chair, Board of Trustees
RHYTHM REUNION RENEWAL
STRINGS OF CONNECTION
Despite a rainy opening night, spirits glowed as audiences gathered for a community jam with GRAMMY Award-winning artist presented in partnership with the U-M Arts Initiative as its first Artist in Residence. A2SF invited 25 local musicians, selected through an open call, to join Giddens for an improvised exploration of rhythm, trance, and connection. Playing entirely by ear, participants and audience alike were swept into the soulful pulse of old-time music. The collaboration embodied the spirit of A2SF, celebrating artistry, inclusion, and community. That spirit resonated long after the last note faded, reminding us that even in the rain, music and connection endure.
SOUNDING THE NEXT GENERATION
Over two nights, A2SF celebrated rising musical talents through collaborations with the University of Michigan’s Center Stage Strings and the American Saxophone Academy. These performances capped each program’s summer residency, showcasing emerging musicians from across the country.
Center Stage Strings brought chamber music to life with expressive performances by exceptional young artists, ages 12 to 24, highlighting classical and contemporary works. The following evening, the American Saxophone Academy filled the lawn with lively selections, concluding with a 40-member saxophone choir.
Together, these concerts reflected A2SF’s deep connection with the University and its commitment to nurturing artistic growth and collaboration.
FOUNDING PARTNERS
A2SF continues to be a shining example of collaboration between the University and the broader Ann Arbor community, creating relevant experiences that are meaningful, exciting, and reflective of the times in which we live. These experiences support staff and faculty, bring families to campus, provide arts opportunities for students here in the summer, and enhance the appeal and livability of our city. A2SF also brings together diverse communities and represents multitudes of artistic expressions so all feel welcome and heard.
EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED
In 2025, our audiences were treated to unforgettable performances that challenged expectations and sparked their imagination. Shadow puppeteer Matt Sandbank returned with Still Life, a witty and wordless exploration of what happens when the world refuses to behave as planned—captivating audiences of all ages with his expressive artistry.
Squonk’s Brouhaha transformed Top of the Park into a riot of sound and spectacle, featuring their colossal Squonkcordion, rollicking live music, and larger-than-life visuals. This interactive outdoor celebration drew the crowd into the performance itself, turning play into community.
Montreal’s Kif-Kif Sisters brought their mischievous blend of circus, puppetry, and physical theater in Jam Side Up!, inviting children and adults alike into their inventive, whimsical world.
GLOBAL PARTIES LOCAL HEART
Launched in the early 2000s through the visionary partnership with Toyota, Global Parties began as a way to highlight the rich diversity of artistic expression in southeast Michigan. What started as a programming initiative has since become a defining part of A2SF’s DNA — an enduring commitment to celebrating cultural traditions, amplifying myriad voices, and welcoming the world to Ann Arbor.
Over the past decade, the series has featured artists and ensembles representing more than 30 countries and a wide range of musical traditions, including GRAMMY-winners like Las Cafeteras and groundbreaking performers such as Sona Jobarteh.
In 2025, that series came full circle as we reflected on the cultural richness in our own community, featuring performances by Shiv Shardul, Ann-Hua Chinese School Dragon and Lion Dance, OKAN, Balkan Brass, and Salsa Night. The series continues to evolve in step with the community we serve –global artistry on a local stage.
BIG AND BRASS
From the precision and swing of The Jazz Ambassadors, the U.S. Army’s premier big band, to the politically charged power of Brass Against, audiences were treated to unforgettable performances that blended tradition with innovation. Chicago’s beloved Mucca Pazza brought their joyful marchingband-meets-rock-show chaos, while Spain’s Balkan Brass electrified the crowd with infectious rhythms directly from Eastern Europe. Detroit’s own Gabriel Brass Band carried the spirit of New Orleans second line parades, sending audiences off in dance, revelry, and community joy.
SPARK AND PLAY
Thousands of children participated in nightly activities in the KidZone, learning about science experiments, planting a garden, meeting animals up close, getting their hands on orchestra instruments, and more. All activities in KidZone are fueled by dedicated community partners, and this year they included Therapaws, Leslie Science and Nature Center, A2ZERO, Willow Run Acres, Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, Launch Ann Arbor, Annie’s Children’s Center, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, Washtenaw Community College, Clonlara, Big Blue Swim School, Copper Tom, and Colorful Events.
Attendees of the Retreat series enjoyed classes ranging from cross-fit to yoga to swing dance lessons on the lawn of the Power Center for the Performing Arts.
AFTER DARK
This year’s return of After Dark, following a 10-year hiatus, reaffirmed A2SF’s role as a gathering place that connects generations through music and community. Featuring an eclectic lineup of celebrated local and regional talent—DJ Problematic Black Hottie, DJ BATZ, DJ EJay and On Time Tello, DJ Graffiti, DJ Medusa, and 3Steez—the series offered a wide spectrum of sound and style, reflecting the diversity of our community itself.
The response was overwhelming: young attendees discovered a welcoming late-night experience, while longtime supporters embraced the renewed vibrancy of an A2SF tradition. Beyond the music, After Dark became a fresh atmosphere of inclusion, joy, and shared celebration, embodying the A2SF’s mission to create free, accessible cultural experiences that bring people together.
FULL CIRCLE FROM STAFF TO SUPPORTER
A2SF has provided first jobs to thousands of high school and college students. Each season, A2SF employs over 100 seasonal staff, and for many, it’s a rite of passage to work at a place they grew up enjoying. Hear from two such former staffers who’ve become supporters this year:
Hannah Smith grew up in Ann Arbor and landed her first job at Top of the Park while she was a student at Huron High. If something needed doing behind the scenes, Hannah was there, wielding a paintbrush to refresh the fence around the beverage garden or helping set up the giant movie screen for nightly films. She loved the energy of working outdoors, surrounded by music, people, and purpose.
Today, Hannah still feels that same connection to A2SF. “It’s a unique place where families and people can come together for concerts and events that are free,” she says. Inspired by A2SF’s mission and impact, Hannah became a monthly donor. “It’s our responsibility to support what we believe in, and A2SF makes our community a great place to live.” Her recurring gift is her way
of giving back and ensuring the festival thrives for another 42 years and beyond.
For Benjamin Muth, A2SF has always been more than just a summer tradition. It’s been part of his story from the very beginning. His first job was at Top of the Park, where, as a high school student, he helped keep the grounds and patrons safe.
Today, Ben is a Personal Injury Attorney and Principal at Muth Law, a family firm that has been serving Ann Arbor for over 35 years. In 2025, he and his firm became a Title Sponsor, a full-circle moment that connects his personal history with his profession.
Ben; his wife, Elizabeth; and their young son are excited to deepen their engagement with A2SF. To them, A2SF is still what it was when he first
experienced it: a safe, vibrant place where young people can discover the arts, connect with one another, and grow.
“We are lucky to be living in Ann Arbor, where we can contribute to incredible institutions like A2SF and directly see the impact on our
community. We believe in fostering spaces where art, connection, and local pride come together to enrich lives,” Ben reflects. His hope is that his investment will help A2SF continue to thrive for the next generation, just as it helped shape his own.
debut SEASON KICKOFF
Every year, A2SF hosts our annual fundraiser, debut, to kick off the season. This year, we welcomed 283 guests for an unforgettable evening filled with unique performances, scrumptious food, and celebratory beverages. The event raised vital funds to support A2SF’s mission of enriching the community by investing in artists and cultural partnerships that enhance our quality of life.
This year’s honorary hosts were John and Jackie Farah, Stephanie and Tim Freeth, Kathy Legatski, Sally and Bill Martin, Alison and Rishi Narayan, and Anuja Rajendra and Vijay Sankeran.
“WE ARE VERY LUCKY THAT A2SF HAS BEEN A COMMUNITY TRADITION FOR 42 YEARS! THINK OF ALL THE PROGRAMS AND FAMILIES AND FRIENDS WE SEE GATHERING ON THE LAWN TO ENJOY THE SUMMER EVENINGS AND ENTERTAINMENT.”
— Jackie Farah, honorary host
FINANCIALS
A2SF continues to be an incredibly effective investment in quality of life, making our city more vibrant, liveable, and welcoming. A2SF’s work is made possible by the generosity of community members, local businesses, foundations, the City of Ann Arbor, and the ongoing support and partnership from the University of Michigan.
In FY25, Net Assets increased through significant endowment growth, and strategic investments in equipment and infrastructure for Top of the Park. Audiences have returned and are exceeding prepandemic levels. A2SF continues to build back towards a sustainable, 21-day season at Top of the Park with compelling ticketed events and special attractions. Revenues were $1,270,252 and expenses were $1,302,814. Audited financials are posted to A2SF.ORG after they’re finalized.
REVENUE
Click to watch the 2025 season recap video.
17 DAYS 85 ARTISTS 3 VENUES 99% ADMISSION FREE EVENTS 148 EVENTS
54,163 ATTENDEES
1 WORKSHOPS
2,309 VOLUNTEER HOURS
156 VOLUNTEERS
646,058 WEBSITE VIEWS
28,622
EMAIL SUBSCRIBERS
7,850 X FOLLOWERS
73 FAMILY EVENTS
9 OUTDOOR MOVIES
15 RETREAT CLASSES
99 EMPLOYEES
104,126 WEBSITE USERS
26,207 FACEBOOK FOLLOWERS
7,549 INSTAGRAM FOLLOWERS
THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS
We extend our overwhelming gratitude to the individuals, families, and foundations who have helped to sustain the mission of A2SF. This list reflects donors whose gifts were received between 2/1/2024 and 2/1/2025. Donor recognition at A2SF.ORG is provided for gifts of $50 or more during the A2SF season following the calendar year in which the gift was made.
LEGACY CIRCLE
A2SF’s Legacy Circle recognizes individuals and families whose planned gifts will help sustain A2SF programs in perpetuity and impact generations to come.
Bette and Alan Cotzin
Michael and Darla Dubin
Dr. Charles N. and Julie G. Ellis
Zita and Wayne Gillis
Thomas C. and Constance Kinnear
Wendy and Ted Lawrence
Betsy Yvonne Mark
Michael and Rachelle Michelon
Dana M. Muir and Tracy Grogan
Jane Hassinger and Marvin G. Parnes
Eric and Ines Storhok
Colleen Vance and Bill Price
March Walker
Amy and Robb Woulfe
LUMINARY $10,000+
Ann Arbor Area
Community Foundation
Anonymous
Megan Carver and Jeff Freshcorn*
City of Ann Arbor
James A. and Faith
Knight Foundation
Wendy and Ted Lawrence
Roger Pothus Estate
Michigan Arts and Culture Council
Linh and Dug Song
Harry A. and Margaret D.
Towsley Foundation
University of Michigan
University of Michigan Arts Initiative
VISIONARY
$5,000 – $9,999
Cheryl Barget
Kathy and Toby Brzoznowski
Richard Caldarazzo and
Eileen Lappin Weiser
Andrew and Louise Chang
Erin McKean and Steve Sullivan
National Endowment for the Arts
The Serras Family
ADVOCATE $2,500 – $4,999
Anonymous
Charles and Julie Ellis
Judith and Paul Freedman
Martin Family Foundation
Perry Pernicano
Rosalie Edwards Vibrant
Ann Arbor Fund
Bonnie Reece
Frederick S. Upton Foundation
Laurie and Tim Wadhams
LEADER $1,000 – $2,499
A2SF Board of Trustees
In memory of Marvin Parnes
Anonymous
Dharma and Devon Akmon
Ellen and Gaard Arneson
Marty Betts and Guillermo Flores
Mary and Jim Cambruzzi
Margaret Couzens Crandall
Ann and Hal Davis
Karen and David Dickenson
Jillian Downey and Elph Morgan
Sandy and David Eyl
Jackie and John Farah
Dr. Lynette Findley*
Maureen Foley and John Blankley
Betsy Foxman and
Michael Boehnke
Elizabeth and William Frieze
Megan Furman and Dr. William Thomas
Maureen and David Ginsburg
Meidee Goh
Martha and Larry Gray
Bonnie and Larry Hagerty
Leela and Peter Hamp
Jane Hassinger
Melissa and Jeff Hauptman
Elizabeth and Rick Jarzembowski
The Jensen Foundation
Lettie Kempf
Connie and Tom Kinnear
Myra and Rich Klarman
Sandy Krikos and David Engelke
Francine Lafontaine and Robert Picard
Linda and John Larin
Jean A. Lawton and James H. Ellis
Debra and Robert Levine
Betsy Yvonne Mark
Candice and Andrew Mitchell
Christine Nelson
Cindy and John Nixon
Gloria and Rick O’Neill
Fola Odetola
Dr. Leena and Dilip Parikh
Deborah Paul-McDonald and Kevin McDonald
Tam Perry and Richard Cooper
Deborah and Joseph Purcell
Quebec Government Office in Chicago
Anuja Rajendra and Vijay Sankaran
Veronica McCarthy Saint and Sanjay Saint
Annette and Peter Schork
Kresge Foundation
Nancy and James Stanley
Ines and Eric Storhok
Gail Stout
Ann Taylor-Pratt and Evan Pratt
Colleen Vance and William Price
Kit Wanty Lambert and Adam Lambert
Karen Wood and Howard Cooper III
Karen Yamada and Gary Dolce
ENTHUSIAST $500 – $999
Anonymous
Sue and Larry Adler
Steve and Ann Arbaugh
Karen and Timothy Athan
Becky and Erik Bakker
Christie and Tom Barrett
Lois and David Baru
Rena and Jeffrey Basch
Jenny and James Carpenter
Connie Chang and Andrew Tai
Mark Clague and Laura Jackson
Jacqueline Courteau and Paul Graham
Cynthia and Andrzej Dlugosz Foundation of Education for Liberty
Stephanie and Tim Freeth
Zita and Wayne Gillis
Barb and Mitch Goodkin
Thomas and Jamie Guise
Lauren Benson Hamerink and John Hamerink
Deb and Eric Helber
The Hume Family
Paul Kazanjian
Shari Kennett and RT Paullin
Todd and Margaret Kephart
Jon and Jennifer Kinsey
The Klinich Family
Josie and Brian Kuehn
Judie and Jerry Lax
W. Harry Marsden
Becky and Josh Matz
Susan McClanahan
Patrick McSweeny
Fei Fei Fei Metzler
Alma Nava-Carpenter and Karson Carpenter
Dr. Kristin and Paul Nickodemus
Betsy and Ken Nisbet
Arthur S. Nusbaum
In memory of Barbara and Irving Nusbaum
Kathy Osterholzer
Katie Pelz-Davis
Miriam Perry
Sunny and Jay Sackett
Margaret Schankler and Steve Glauberman
Amy Seetoo
In memory of Stuart J. Baggaley
Ingrid and Cliff Sheldon
Katherine Spindler
Gail and Scott Weber
PATRON $250 – $499
Anonymous
Suzan and Michael Alexander
Margaret and Rick Anderson
Gerri Barr and Tom Egel
Lisa and Scott Belanger
Emily Bertsche
Nicole Brittis and Randall Sung
Vinal and Eric Burbeck
Cecile Burbridge and Richard A. Bowerman
Connie and Dennis Burke
Ilene Carter
A. Craig Cattell
Cindy and Tom Crawford
Anne Curzan
Justin Danner
Judi and Ed Davidson
Pamela Davis-Kean
Annemarie and Paul Dolan
Lynn Dòrio and Theresa Gratsch
Robbi Duda and Larry Junck
Jill and David Esau
Tina and Dan Ezekiel
Nancy Firestone and Marty Forchheimer
Shari and Dan Fisher
Erica Fitzgerald and Peter Treiber
Erin Flores
Sara and Michael Frank
Beth German and Martin Garber
Karen Gillespie
Mona and Edward Goldman
Nancy and Steve Goldstein
Heidi Hart*
Jane and Dan Hayes
Carolynn and Jim Hayman
Deb and Eric Helber
Lauren Helms
Dancing Dr. Bob Hopkins
Kristen and Bradley Johnson
Laura Kaufman and Andrew Czapp
Lisa and Brian Kelley
Valerie Kivelson and Timothy Hofer
Laura and Jim Kosteva
In memory of Marvin Parnes
Lynn and Harry Kurtz
Angela and Phillip Lenhardt
Michele Leshan and Steve Rubenstein
Betty and Dr. Len Lofstrom
Timothy F. Richards and Constance S. McGuire*
Michael McIntyre
Mary McKinley
William and Gitanjli McRoy
Gayle and Michael Michelon
Robert Mowry
Jan Muhleman and Thomas Hollyer
Tammie Nahra and Lee Hollander
Jeffrey Ogden and Shifrah Nenner
In memory of Marvin Parnes
Old National Bank
In honor of Jan Muhleman
Susan and Mark Orringer
Pauline Park and Jack Panitch
Lisa Patrell and Joseph Fazio
Susan Pollay
Linda and Roger Rayle
Jaime Reichlmayr
Liz and Mike Rother
Emily and John Salvette
Linda Samuelson and Joel Howell
Susan and Jay Sandweiss
Kimm and Michael Sarosi
Rosalyn Sarver and Stephen Rosenblum
Suzanne Schluederberg and John Lesko, Jr.
Ann S. Schriber
John Scudder and Regan Knapp
Ken Silverman*
Jeff Spindler
Suzanne Tainter and Kenneth Boyer
In memory of Marvin Parnes
Jane and Nigel Thompson
Barbara and John Tucker
Deborah and Mike Weber
Jacki and David Weisman
Jan and Ron Weston
Julie Wheaton
Lindsay White
Paul Williams
Daniela Wittman and Jonathan Cohn
Stella and Pete Wixom
SUPPORTER $100 – $249
Anonymous
Michelle and Vic Adamo
The Carcassi Family
Becky and Rick Altschuler
Monica and Dan Atkins
Laurie Baefsky and Joel Martin
In memory of Marvin Parnes
Lynn Baldwin and Tim McIntyre
Brittany Barron
Katherine Bates
Sarah Batzer
Chris and Herb Black
Janis Bobrin and Mike Allemang
Tori Booker and Robert Langdon
Milla Bortoleto
Victoria Botek and
William Edwards
Candice and Matthew Briere
Anne and Deron Brod
Karen Brown
Mary and Martin Buckingham
Meg Burke
Carl Burton
Ilene Calfin and Michael Jorissen
Nancy and Alex Cao
Kelly Cha
Janine and William Chey
Shell and Don Cody
Bobbi Coluni and Rick Witten
Joanna Connelly
John Copley
In memory of Jan Berry
Susan and Arnold Coran
Ann Crane
William M. Crawforth
In memory of Beth Silver
Susan Cutler and Jeff Fessler
Kevin Dangoor
The Dechert Family
Jane Deng
Debra and Greg Dill
Lauren Dunlap
Tim Durham
Amanda Erwin and Ravi Manogaran
Dorothy Ebersole and Bill Everin
Angela Ebreo*
Barbara Eichmuller
Jessica and Kevin Erley
Rachel Eyler and Ben Szymanski
Stern Family Fund
Rachel Feder
Ruthellen and Rich Fein
Penny and Ken Fischer
Katy and Joe Forcillo
Lucia Freeth
Linda and Larry French
Roberts French
Robyn Frey and Lawrence King
Marcia and Leon Friedman
Osnat and Greg Gafni-Pappas
Mark Gasche
Joyce and Steve Gerber
Blair and David Gerdes
Hanna and Peter Goodstein
Lee Gorman and Mark Ritz
Mary Sue Grant
Natalie and Lonnie Grantham
Victoria Green and Matthew Toschlog
Linda and Mel Grieshaber
June and David Griffenhagen
Kathy Griswold and Joseph Machak
Babette and Randy Ten Haken
Kelly Harms
Jan and Dave Hartmann
In honor of Ken Nisbet
Gloria Helfand and Harvey Michaels
Paula Hencken and George Collins
Pam and Bill Henry
Debbie and Norman Herbert
Sheryl Hirsch and Jack Billi
Terry Hoist
Jeri Hollister and Tom Bray
Kay Holsinger and Douglas C. Wood
Barbara and Robert Hooberman
Gordon White and Connie Huber
Manish Jain
Monika Jelic and Tom Skelly
Sally Kennedy
Edie Kieffer
Jackie Kilburn
Chelle Kilmury and Carl Abrego
Mary King
Shira and Steven Klein
Carol Knight-Drain and Scott Drain
Marie Knoerl and Andrew Morrill
Rosalie and Ron Koenig
Elaine and Mark Kopka
Lois and Ken Kramer
Robert Krasny
Allen Kryscynski
John Lane
Shoshannah Lenski
Carol Lessure and Jon Engelbert
James Lewis
Nancy Lewis
Carolyn and Paul Lichter
Lisa Luczek
Anne Lyke and Mark Fitzgerald
John Mann
Courtney Marshall-Ross and Jordan Ross
Carolyn and Paul McCarthy
Ayanna and Rob McConnell
Lisa and Tom McKarns
The McMahon Family
In memory of Joanna Courteau
Miriam Meisler
Deborah Meizlish and Joshua Botkin
Sarah and Nick Miller
Alex Milshteyn
Kathy and Bert Moberg
Zeena Monasa
Gayle and Bruce Moyer
Connie Nagle
Deanne and Eli Neiburger
Renee Nilan
Glenina and Michael Nolte
Kirk Novak
Billie Ochberg and Sandro Cinti
Angela and Matthew Oonk
Beverly Ostrowiecki and Raymond Siciak
Beth and Todd Pascoe
Martine Perreault and Tim Chupp and Family
Margaret and
Russ Collins and Deb Polich
Susan Pollans and Alan Levy
Patricia Pooley
Beth and Lou Quillen
Diana Raimi and John Dryden
Mariah Remesz
Susan Rice and Thomas Maza
Ricardo Rodriguiz
Susan and Sam Romano
Kristin Roof
Mary Rooney
Nikki Rosen
Elizabeth Rosenthal
Suzy and Jim Royce
Deb Rummel
Lucille and Jose Santiago
Norma and Dick Sarns
Annmarie Savitski
Helga and Jochen Schacht
Paul and Krista Schulte
Melisa Schuster and Tim Donahue
Robert Schwarb
Pamela Schwartz
Janet Shatusky
Jean and Thomas Shope
Cheryl Sibilsky
Nancy Silver
Sandy and Dick Simon
Margaret and Michael Singer
Rhonda and Donald Sizemore
Carissa and Taylor Smith
David Smith
Hannah Smith*
Donna and Stuart Snyder
Jan Sovak and Ron Emaus
Becki Spangler and Peyton Bland
Stanley Black & Decker
Ryan Stanton
Janet Starr
Marge Stearns
Heather Steenrod
Anna Stefanopoulou and James Freudenberg
Tracie Swiecki
Margaret Talburtt and Jim Peggs
Ruth Taubman
Denise Thal and David Scobey
Jane and Paul Thielking
Madeline and Steve Thiry
Linda Tubbs
Nicole Tuttle
Marianne Udow-Phillips and Bill Phillips
Esther Ullman and Morley Witus
Bonnie and Ben Upton
Rebecca Urban
Carrie Urrutia and Tom Gibney
Vickie and Richard Van House
Margaret Voorheis
Cam Vozar
Dietmar Wagner
Matthew Weber
Susan and Doug Weber
Lisa and James Weidenbach
Lois Weisman
Stefani and Steven Weiss
Lynn and John White
Christa and John Williams
Noel and Chris Winkler
Bob and Barbara Wittersheim
Pam and Bill Wood
April and David Wright
Bethany Yanke
Linda Yohn and William Labedzki
Kathy York and Scott Masten
Lorna Young Hildebrandt
Beatrice Zuniga-Valentino
FAN $50 – $99
Anonymous Ruth Addis and Marj Schloff
Anne Alben
Laurie Alexander
Carrie Bank
Linda and Robert Barry
Susan Bass
Rajeev Batra
Nathan Bauer
Lisa and Tim Bell
Valerie Benka
Eve Berton
Sally and Adam Bolgos
Andra Bostian
Diana Bowman and Robert LaJeunesse
Amy and Cliff Broman
Robin and Michael Brooks
Nancy Brucken
John Burnside
Carly L. Campbell
Heather and Michael Caplan
MariPaz Castanedo
Carol and Bruce Clyde
Rachel Corrigan
Kimberli Cumming*
Kate Curry
Norma and Peter Davis
Jonathan Dean
Debra and Greg Dill
In memory of Marvin Parnes
Sara Easler
Jeffrey Ebeling
James Elek
Lisa Patrell and Joseph Fazio
In memory of Marvin Parnes
James Fields
Catherine Fischer
Ian Geiman
David Gilbertson
Sherry Goldfarb
Kathryn Goodson and John Hieftje
Svea Gray In memory of Whit Gray
Elizabeth and Richard Greeley
Sandra Gregerman and Bert Rossi
Linda Grekin
Kat Hagedorn and Jim Ottaviani
Jane Harris
John Hile
Kevin Hogan
Rebecca Hogan
Linda Hurst
Barbara Israel and Richard Pipan
Ann Marie and Erich Jensen
Steve Johnston
In memory of Theresa Johnston
Colleen Kapp
Omkar Karthikeyan
Michelle and Michael Kaucheck
David Key
Kendrin and Matthew Klumb
Vicki Kondelik
Shelley Koyl
Warren Lada
Barbara Lamar and Terry Adams
Clare Lanaghan
John Lang
Sonia Leung
Donald Levitt
Chris Li
Michael Linkevich
Barry Lonik
Mary and Lawrence Machacek
Diana Marin
Anne Marsan and Matthew Castanier
Kathy Marx
Nina and Fred Mayer
Frank Maynard
Megan and Kyle Mazurek
Carrie McClintock and Aaron King
Sue and Dave McCreadie
Brooke McFall
Pai Meng
Patricia Mooney
Matt Naud and Mary Harrington
Sharon and Chuck Newman
Connie and Donald Peurach
Eunice and Timothy Phillips
In honor of Bonnie Reece
Leslie Pinney
Norma and Ed Pletzke
Ginny and Ray Reilly
Cathy and Scott Reisfield
Steve Rich
Ann Riddell
Natalie Robbins
Julie Rumble
Marge and Glen Rutila
Linda and Michael Sattler
Kimberly Scott and Oni Werth
Carol and Andy Seidl
Rena Seltzer and Pam Shore
Kay Shen
Carol and Patrick Sherry
Courtney Showalter
Brad Silvester
Greg Skofronick
Megann and Will Smith
Tim Smith
Wendy Smith and George Bedard
Erica Solway
Dorothy Spencer
Susan and Matt Stoney
Jennifer Stoyenoff
Ann and Phil Surratt
Joyce Sweeney
Emily Thayer
Pratik Vadlamudi
Katherine and Martin Vloet
Kim Waldo
Chao Wang
Suzy Wienckowski and David Gordon
Glynda Wilks
Kaitlin Wilson
Jane and Brian Wilson
Doug Wochna
Charlotte Wolfe
Tanya and Will Wright
Christopher Wyatt
Bonnie Wylo
Rachel Zeichman
Jennifer and Ronald Ziegler
* These donors have chosen to give on a recurring, monthly basis.
2025 SPONSORS
We extend our sincere gratitude to the generous community of businesses that have helped to sustain the mission of A2SF. These organizations made an investment in support of the 2025 season and their support is indispensable to the ongoing success of A2SF programs.
TITLE SPONSORS
LEAD SPONSORS
PREMIERE SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
Allergy & Immunology Associates of Ann Arbor • Angelini & Associates Architects • Arbor Financial • Bamboo Ann Arbor • Cardamom Comcast • Community Pest Solutions • Dogfish Brewery • ECO PHYSICS • Fidelity Investments • Hylant • Kapnick Insurance Group Launch Trampoline Park • Northstar Bank • Oxford Companies • Zingerman’s Community of Businesses
FOUNDING PARTNERS
WHO WE ARE
MISSION
A2SF’s mission is to present arts and entertainment that enrich the cultural, economic, and social vitality of the region.
VISION
We are an enduring local treasure, a hub of creative energy that expresses the best of our communities.
CORE VALUES
Excellence: We create relevant experiences that are meaningful, exciting, and inspiring, reflecting the times in which we live.
Engagement: We interact deeply with the diverse array of local communities.
Inclusion: We present a multitude of artistic expressions so that all feel welcome and heard.
We champion performing arts, outdoor entertainment, and community spirit. In addition to a multi-week festival each June that attracts a diverse audience of thousands of people and offers hundreds of concerts, art exhibitions, family-friendly activities, special attractions, and film screenings, A2SF presents the best in live experiences throughout the year.
Through our internationally recognized, multidisciplinary arts festival, we help solidify Ann Arbor’s reputation as a major arts destination. We present one of the biggest outdoor festivals of our kind in the state and employ almost 400 Michigan artists. We provide a safe, fun, barrier-free, and entertaining way to spend a summer evening, especially for families who have attended for generations and who benefit from our youth programs and educational outreach.
A2SF is a major year-round cultural leader in Washtenaw County. We are an economic engine in Southeastern Michigan, providing performance and employment opportunities to Michiganders, including many young adults whose first job or internship is with A2SF.
DR. LYNETTE FINDLEY
Chair
LAUREN HAMERINK
Vice Chair
DR. LOUISE CHANG
MELISSA HAUPTMAN
JON KINSEY
ex officio
MARK CLAGUE
KIT WANTYLAMBERT
CHRISTOPHER TAYLOR
ex officio
BOARD
DR. CHARLES ELLIS
Immediate Past Chair
VINAL DESAI BURBECK
KEN NISBET
ELPH MORGAN
Secretary
GREG DILL
HON. MIRIAM PERRY
ERIC HELBER
Treasurer
JOSEPH FAZIO
Legal Counsel
STELLA WIXOM
STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS
Every year, our dedicated seasonal managers and hourly employees spend months working behind the scenes to bring Top of the Park to life. They are vital to realizing our vision. Over 200 enthusiastic volunteers dedicate thousands of hours to A2SF annually, serving as ushers, greeters, interns, ambassadors, and committee volunteers. Their passion and commitment are the heart of A2SF.
A2SF, along with our entire community, is deeply grateful for these dedicated individuals and organizations. Their tireless efforts helped raise over $63,000 from individuals and families this year— funds that are critical for bringing joy, inspiration, and the magic of live events to our community.
STAFF
MIKE MICHELON Executive Director
JAMES CARTER Associate Director
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Yen Azzaro
Emily Bertsche
Kate Cardozo
Tim Crouson
Sandra Gregerman
Jenny Jones
VOLUNTEER TEAMS
Kapnick Insurance
Intentional Communities of Washtenaw (ICW)
First Baptist Church of Ann Arbor
Howard Hanna
HEATHER STEENROD Development Director
Wendy Lawrence
Gail Stout
Rod Wallace
Reinhart Realtors
DISTRICT LIBRARY
CITY OF ANN ARBOR SUSTAINABILITY AND
DETROIT OBSERVATORY ANN ARBOR HANDS LESLIE SCIENCE AND
NEUTRAL ZONE
SUPERIOR TOWNSHIP PARKS AND RECREATION
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN ARTS INITIATIVE
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC, THEATRE & DANCE
WASHTENAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT
WASHTENAW KEEPER’S
ARBOR OFFICE OF AND INNOVATIONS
MY FUTURE FUND WISD HANDS ON MUSEUM AND AND NATURE CENTER
TOWNSHIP RECREATION
Each year, A2SF collaborates with an incredible set of organizations and entities throughout Washtenaw County. We rely on these partnerships for some of our most important presentations and events. Many thanks to these and other partners throughout 2025.
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN OFFICE OF CAMPUS SUSTAINABILITY
SCHOOL DANCE
WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE
WASHTENAW MY BROTHER’S KEEPER’S CLR ACADEMY
C.S. MOTT CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL YPSILANTI
DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Photography by Doug Coombe