Did you know that ticket sales cover only 30% of the cost of producing the high-quality opera that Lyric Opera patrons have come to expect? We rely on support from individual donors, foundations, and corporations to cover the remaining expenses associated with staging operas and delivering numerous education and outreach programs to the community. There are many ways that you can support our efforts to ensure that present and future audiences experience the excellence of Lyric Opera.

Individual Giving
Set the stage for another season of great performances with your generous gift. Patrons who give to the annual fund get to choose their own benefits! AND, the more you give, the more you experience.

Join our Annual Fund today to enhance your opera experience!

Corporate Giving
With more than 22,000 visitors during our season, linking your company name with the Lyric Opera makes good business sense.

Join your corporate peers and enjoy the many benefits of Corporate Council membership

Planned Giving
A planned gift is a unique way to ensure that your voice will be heard at the Lyric Opera for many years in the future.

Learn how to entrust your legacy with the Lyric Opera

Capital Campaign
The new Opera Center complex will become the Company's permanent home and will anchor the revitalization of the east crossraods neighborhood of Kansas City, Missouri.

Learn more about the Capital Campaign

Endowment
The Lyric Opera Endowment Fund was established to provide financial security to continue the company's artistic and outreach programs.

Learn about the Lyric Opera Endowment

Lyric Opera Ball
Founded in 1987, the Lyric Opera Circle is responsible for presenting the annual Lyric Opera Ball with a silent auction each spring. The Ball has raised more than $5 million for the Company. Membership in this organization is limited and by invitation only.

Learn about the Lyric Opera Ball

Lyric Opera Support Groups
There are many ways for you to get involved with the Lyric Opera of Kansas City. Our volunteers, members, donors and social media friends are an integral part of bringing the art of opera to the community.

Be a part of the Lyric Opera experience

Michelle LaPointe
Director of Development
816-471-4933 x110
mlapointe@kcopera.org

Nancy Steinacker
Associate Director of Development
816-471-4933 x111
nsteinacker@kcopera.org

Kate Rieke
Major and Corporate Gifts Manager
816-471-4933 x112
krieke@kcopera.org

Daren Stimpert
Events Coordinator
816-471-4933 x114
dstimpert@kcopera.org

Shannon Sundberg
Marketing and Annaul Fund Manager
816-471-4933 x129
ssundberg@kcopera.org