50 NEXT CAMPAIGN

from Des Moines Metro Opera Summer Festival Program 2021

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50 Next GIVING VOICE TO THE FUTURE

As Des Moines Metro Opera looks forward to its 50th anniversary season in 2022, now is the time to add your support to ensure success and vitality for the next fifty years and beyond! We look forward to the joys and challenges ahead, and we rely on the generosity of friends such as you to help Des Moines Metro Opera build a sound future. You can join those who have already given to the 50 NEXT CAMPAIGN in any amount and in many ways. Every gift makes a difference, and we are committed to accommodating your philanthropic priorities in a meaningful manner. We are grateful for your consideration of this opportunity to strengthen the future of the art form you love and support.

HELP SECURE THE FUTURE

DMMO exists because of people like you who believe in the power of the performing arts. We invite you to consider joining those who have already committed to helping DMMO reach its goal of $15,000,000 during the 50 NEXT CAMPAIGN. We are on our way, but we know that achieving the goal will only be possible with the help of everyone playing their part on cue to secure the future of the company.

CONSIDER GIVING

• Cash or marketable stocks and bonds • Through tax-advantaged retirement plan distributions • Real estate on a case-by-case basis • Corporate matches • By including DMMO in your estate plans – Examples of estate/planned gifts are:

Bequests: Wills and Living Trusts

Retirement Plans: IRA, 401(k), 403(b), Keogh

Charitable Remainder Trusts

Charitable Lead Trusts

Remainder Interest in Residence

Life Insurance

Charitable Gift Annuities

HOW TO GIVE

• Make a gift of liquid assets now or over up to five years through a signed pledge with a fixed payment schedule. • Make a gift that pays you or a loved one income during your life and benefits DMMO with the remainder upon your death. • Make a gift known to DMMO from your will or an estate plan known to DMMO.

Please contact with Tim McMillin, Director of Development, to discuss participating in the 50 NEXT Campaign. Email: tmcmillin@dmmo.org Call: 515-961-6221 Online: desmoinesmetroopera.org/50next

FUND THE FUTURE

As the Company looks forward to the next 50 years and beyond, we are working with our partners at Simpson College to explore investments in the Blank Performing Arts Center, which has been home to DMMO from its first season. After 50 years, the need to invest in the infrastructure of the theatre is a reality. If you would like more information about capital improvements and how you can help, please contact Tim McMillin, Director of Development.

Endowment funds provide annual support that is given in support of a specific initiative. Opportunities begin at $500,000, which establishes the fund so that the gift’s investment yields the requisite annual disbursement to achieve the programming goal. Once established, additional consortium support in any amount can be accepted to advance the purpose of the fund. DMMO staff would be please to discuss the fund opportunities with you.

BLANK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER LANDSCAPE RENOVATIONS Capital project to enhance the exterior areas surrounding the theatre according to landscape design by the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens.

THE INNOVATION FUND Supports the integration of the most recent theatrical technologies such as projections, lighting equipment and communication devices, enabling our company to be 21st century ready.

THE PREMIERE FUND Supports an investment in new works, new voices and world premieres for next generation audiences.

THE COMMUNITY AND LEARNING FUND Funds the Company’s long tradition of fostering creativity and dynamic arts education programs in our schools and communities.

THE BROADCASTING FUND Enhances the reach of Company productions through recording and broadcasting by Iowa PBS.

THE NEXT GENERATION FUND Provides access to new audiences through programs such as student rush and senior ticket initiatives, young professionals events and new audience development.

THE ROBERT L. LARSEN SCENIC FUND Already established and named in honor of our founder, this fund seeks to add value through consortium support to create new scenery each year. (Any amount)

THE COSTUME DESIGN FUND Supports the design, creation and subsequent management of new costumes each season.

THE NEW AND FUTURE PRODUCTION FUND Supports the creation of new production designed and conceived specifically for Des Moines Metro Opera’s stage, tailored to the Company’s artistic vision. Donors may contribute in honor of specific types of repertory (for example works by Mozart, American Opera, 21st Century Fund). This fund would also allow for investments in future productions.

CAMPAIGN CABINET

Honorary Chairs

LINDA AND TOM KOEHN

Cabinet Members

MOLLIE BAKER VIRGINIA CROSKERY LAURIDSEN NANCY MAIN CRAIG SHADUR CHERIE SHRECK SUSAN E. VOSS

Your Support in the Wings

As avid supporters of the Des Moines Metro Opera, we understand that the most transformative moments in theater — moments that abound in the 2021 Summer Festival — start behind the scenes. So do legal and commercial wins. With more than 1,300 attorneys and consultants, we provide full-service support to help keep client objectives on script. Let the show go on.