SUPPORT THE LAWTON PHILHARMONIC

 

Why We're Here

Our Mission Statement: The Lawton Philharmonic performs symphonic music at the highest professional level to educate and entertain diverse audiences in the Southwest Oklahoma region.

Our concerts are known to have something for everyone and we're reaching out across the region to bring it to you. We try to showcase the best guest artists, be they world-renowned, local professional talent, or the newest discovery. Occasionally, we offer concertgoers an opportunity to hear the conductor's and/or guest artist's insights on the upcoming program.

 

Why Your Gift Is So Important

Ticket sales cover only 35% of the cost of our performances. We strive to keep ticket prices reasonable so that everyone can attend, and that means we must make up the difference through contributions from our supporters, corporate sponsors and charitable foundations. Your support is critical to our very existence, and gifts of any size help to keep the music playing. Your gift has a far-reaching effect on the quality of life in our community. By sustaining the orchestra, you are helping to attract and keep highly trained professional musicians here to perform, teach and share their talents in our schools and churches, as well as through private musical instruction and in a wide variety of musical groups.

 

What Does Your Gift Pay For?

• Artistic Expenses – Our musicians (who, despite advanced degrees and training, earn an average of less than $10,000 a year), conducting staff, and guest artists
• Concert Production Expenses – Music rental, Hall rental (for three rehearsals and one to two performances for each classical program), Stagehands, Sound systems, Set production (for our special musical performances)
• Concert Marketing Expenses – All advertising, hall displays, programs
• Administrative Expenses – Office Staff, space and equipment in support of our programs

 

How You Can Help?

• Donate – Use the secure form on Donate Online page to make your gift or pledge using a credit card, or contact the Board President if you'd like to discuss gift options.
• Matching Gifts – Does your employer match gifts to charitable organizations? It's a great way to maximize the value of your gift to us. Ask your Human Resources office for details.
• Volunteer – Our LPO volunteers provide invaluable support and assistance to the orchestra. We are always looking for new members for a variety of activities. Visit our Volunteer Opportunities page for ways in which you can help.
• Spread the Word and encourage others to attend concerts – Share your enthusiasm for the great music you've heard and support us by helping us expand our audience. Invite friends to join you for a concert.
• Corporate Sponsorship – We have concert sponsorship availability at several different levels, offering excellent exposure to a highly-desirable audience, promotional opportunities and high-visibility community support.
• Bequests and Legacy Gifts – Contact the Lawton Philharmonic Board to discuss ways to continue your support of the orchestra in your estate plans. Important Note: if you have already included the orchestra in your estate plans, please update your documents to reflect the organization's legal name, Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra, to ensure your wishes are carried out as you intend.

 

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