The Synovus Toast of the Town in Columbus, Georgia serves as the annual fundraiser for the Columbus Philharmonic Guild, Inc. dba Columbus Symphony Orchestra (TIN 58-6046789). It features an evening of world-class wines, fine foods, hand-crafted beers, Southern spirits and a silent auction. It has an annual attendance of over 1500 adults each year. Funds raised by the event provide vital financial support for the CSO's artistic and educational programming. In addition to a full season of classical, pops and family concerts, the CSO has community outreach initiatives such as providing free and discounted tickets to military members and their families, free group violin lessons for several local Title I schools, free concert tickets for school groups, free ensemble performances and instrument demonstrations at schools, free transportation for school field trips to matinee performances, just to name a few.