The Galva Arts Council has secured a pivotal $120,000 grant from the Levitt Foundation, ensuring the Levitt AMP Galva Music Series continues through 2028. This funding, disbursed in annual increments of up to $40,000 and matched by the community, will bring 10 free, family-friendly concerts to Wiley Park each summer. Organizers credit the grant to strong local support and the music series’s positive impact since its launch in 2018 at Wiley Park each season. Since debuting in 2018, the series has drawn thousands, offering world-class live music and boosting local businesses. John Taylor, the founder, highlights that the impact extends beyond music—creating unity and pride among Galva residents.
“This series has impacted life in this area immensely and in ways that are well beyond the concerts,” said John Taylor, founder of the Levitt AMP Galva Music Series. “This support allows us to continue offering high-quality, diverse, and inclusive concerts that are completely free to the public. It’s about more than just music—it’s about creating a place to live where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together, connect, and feel a sense of belonging.”
Taylor also emphasized the series’ broader impact: “These concerts not only enrich our cultural landscape but also generate real economic benefits for local businesses, restaurants, and vendors. On concert weekends, you can feel the energy ripple through town—families are out, shops are busy, and Galva shines as a welcoming destination.”
Planning for 2026 concerts is underway, and volunteers and donations are welcome through GalvaMusic.com and its Facebook page.
He added, “Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible support of our community. The Levitt Foundation’s grant requires local matching funds, and year after year our neighbors, sponsors, and volunteers have stepped up to make sure these concerts continue. That kind of collective commitment is what makes Galva truly special.”
