Support

Te Deum is committed to presenting sacred choral music with intention and elevating local professional musicians. Your financial investment at any level allows Te Deum to continue performing spiritually compelling and virtuosic performances right here in Kansas City.

Lumine Sponsors receive tickets, a seated dinner, and other benefits at our annual Lumine fundraiser on August 16th at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.

Season Supporters receive tickets and other benefits to Te Deum’s performances throughout the upcoming 17th season.

Please review the 2024–25 Giving Opportunities to learn about the benefits you will receive with your financial commitment. Click Donate below to make a secure, tax-​deductible donation of any amount.

Lumine Sponsorship Opportunities

Would you enjoy attending a gathering of Te Deum supporters and singers, and experience an exclusive choral concert in a unique contemporary setting? Lumine Sponsors not only get to attend this annual fundraising event but they also directly support the year-​round work of our singers. Don’t miss this evening of connection, celebration, and stunning choral music. 

Season Support Opportunities

Commit as a 17th Season Supporter or add this to your Lumine Sponsorship! Season Supporters have been an important part of Te Deum’s operating income since 2017, directly impacting the season-​long work of our singers. Supporters at all levels receive concert tickets and recognition in concert programs.

All Lumine Sponsors and Season Supporters will be contacted to arrange the use of their benefits.

Te Deum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tax ID 26–3397045. Donations can be mailed to 3501 Campbell St, Kansas City, MO 64109.


Thank You 2024–25 Season Supporters!

Maestros

Elaine Adams
Anonymous, in memory of Carol Lynn Stockton
Alice & Al Eidson
Nicholas Good
Kim & Ted Higgins
Kirk Isenhour & Doug Anning
Anne Marie Kinerk
Shalon Fund
Brian Weith & Michele Hamlett-​Weith
Eugene Wilson, in memory of Mary Ann Wilson
Priscilla Wilson

Artists

Brook Bailey
Sally Barhydt & Peter Karsten
Jessica Best & Brian Stewart
Judy Frame & Mark Basso
Steven & Marcie Corey
Carolyn & David Fulk
Ken Goertz & Sallie Page-​Goertz
Jill S. Hall
Kevin Hennessy & Karen Garrett
Barbara Jaekel & Bob Walsh
Lynne & Homer Jennings
Brian & Nanette Kraus
Sylvia Lautzenheiser
Dr. Charles Robinson
Lisa & Charles Schellhorn
Matthew & Sora Shepard
Carolyn Malcolm Smith, in memory of George L. Smith
Charlotte Thuenemann
Brian Unger & Dr. Judith Coe
Dr. & Mrs. James A. Wells

Patrons

Robert & Ruth Abbott
Luanne Freeman
Patricia & Harvey Grossman
Julie A. Jasperson
Blythe Launder
Mary Lehoczky
Jim & Julie Lewis
David Lillard
Mark McDowell
Ron & Donna Patton
Dr. Charles A. Schultz, in memory of Dr. Patricia Bowers Schultz
Robert D. Trapp, in memory of Tom Rinehart

Students

Baylee Sidden
Cameron Smith

We are grateful for the on-​going support of the following foundations:

Gale & Peter Bickers Foundation
Rod & Jo Anne Cyr Foundation
Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation
Missouri Arts Council
Neighborhood Tourism Development Fund
Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts – Commerce Bank, Trustee
Martha Lee Cain Tranby Music Fund