Te Deum is committed to presenting sacred choral music with intention and elevating local professional musicians.
Did you know that just 15% of Te Deum’s annual operating revenue is generated from ticket sales? It is through the generosity of local foundations and the incredible support of individual donors like you that Te Deum is able to perform spiritually compelling and virtuosic performances right here in Kansas City. Your donation stays in the local community as we turn your investment into stipends paid directly to our local professional singers throughout the season.
Click Donate below to make a secure, tax-deductible donation today.
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.
2025–26 Season Support
Season Supporters have been an important part of Te Deum’s operating revenue since 2017, directly impacting the organization’s season-long work. Supporters at the following levels receive access to discounted season tickets and recognition in concert programs. Donors at the $600 and $1,200 levels can purchase up to four (4) Season Tickets for just $20 each, which now come with Reserved seating at all concerts. Season Supporters will be recognized in concert programs and on Te Deum’s website.
2025–26 Season Support Levels:
- $1,200 Maestro (4 Singer stipends)
- $600 Artist (2 Singer stipends)
- $300 Patron (1 Singer stipend)
- $20 Student
Lumine 2025
Friday, August 22
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
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Lumine is a celebration of the light Te Deum’s music brings to Kansas City. Our largest annual fundraiser, this event ensures we can continue elevating professional choral music in our community. Your sponsorship directly supports local singers and sustains our performances of spiritually compelling and intentional choral music. Lumine sponsors at all levels receive ticket benefits to the August 22 event, will be recognized in event signage, on Te Deum’s website, and in concert programs.
Deadline for submission in the printed program and on event signage is Friday, July 18th.
Lumine Sponsors will be contacted to arrange the use of their benefits.
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
