donate to the kenosha symphony orchestra
SUPPORT OUR MISSION
Kenosha Symphony Orchestra (KSO)is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and all gifts made to the orchestra are tax-deductible. When you support KSO, you help support our mission:
“The Kenosha Symphony Orchestra (KSO) strives for excellence in our music selection, performances, and our outreach to Kenosha families, and we endeavor to make quality music a part of our community. Our fundamental goal is to provide a bridge between the community and the arts.”
Like most nonprofits, the orchestra derives its income from two major sources: Ticket Sales and Donations/Gifts.
- 20-30% Ticket sales and Other Performance Revenue
- 70-80% Donations and Gifts
Individual donors are the cornerstone of the orchestra’s income. A broad base of community support for the orchestra’s work is demonstrated by the large number of small gifts made by individuals: around 75% of the gifts made were under $250. Donations may be mailed to 624 57th Street Kenosha, WI 53140 or can be made online via the button below.
Help to Offset Operating Costs
The orchestra has two major expenses that account for 95% of the annual budget: Artistic Pay and Production Costs. A typical concert costs KSO around $17,000.
Artistic Pay for performing musicians is the greatest expense incurred accounting for nearly 70% of operating costs. Our musicians are all professionals and are compensated accordingly.
Production costs consist of professional fees, music rental, insurance, office expenses, etc. These fees account for nearly 25% of the budget.
corporate match
Before you donate, see if your company will match your donation to the KSO by clicking the button below and following these steps:
- Enter your company’s name and click search.
- Click on “Go To Matching Gift Form” and follow the steps to double your donation.