Support a More Inclusive Future of Music

With adventurous performances that embrace a variety of genres and engage a younger audience, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber Orchestra’s programming has been an innovative voice in music since 2009. Each SMCO concert includes music by one or more composers of an under-represented group, such as women and people of color. You have the power to ensure that SMCO’s high-caliber, life-changing programs continue in the Pacific Northwest. Make a one-time gift, or increase your impact with a recurring contribution. Click below to donate securely online.

SMCO donors enjoy exclusive benefits specific to their level of contribution, from special access to closed rehearsals and cocktail events to even a private chamber music performance.

Contact us here for more donation options and different ways to give.
SMCO is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible.
SMCO relies on your support in order to:

Create innovative programming and special initiatives. SMCO's performances and educational outreach through SMCO Out Loud! reach hundreds of listeners old and new each season, and continue the evolution of the chamber orchestra genre.
Compensate musicians what they deserve and bring great guest artists to Seattle. SMCO's performances are the product of professional musicians at the top of their craft and world-class soloists.
Keep ticket prices low. Making performances as accessible as possible to Seattle audiences of all ages and backgrounds is at the core of SMCO's mission.
Fund other essential operating expenses. From the rental of concert venues and rehearsal space to marketing costs, each concert involves a variety of expenses.

ADVERTISING AND CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

Access a rapidly growing audience. Earn exclusive benefits.

SMCO's audience has a diverse makeup of demographics. Specific data is available upon request.

SMCO is looking for organizations to advertise in our program book. SMCO program advertising is highly affordable and provides great value of access to the consumer. For rates, sizes, and more information, contact us here.

SMCO is also looking for corporate sponsorship at the full season and individual concert level. Let SMCO's diverse and wide-ranging program content tell the story of your brand. Small arts organizations like SMCO are part of the essential backbone of the arts' contribution to the economic vitality and quality of life in our community. Sponsoring a concert of the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber Orchestra not only provides important visibility and positioning for your organization, it earns exclusive benefits for your corporation and its members, as seen below. The contribution of services and various in-kind support is also highly valuable to SMCO. For more information, contact us here.

Rewards for corporate sponsorship

At the Season Sponsor level, acknowledgement on all publicity throughout the season, such as posters, SMCO print advertising, direct mail, e-blasts, and on the SMCO website front page. Additional acknowledgement in all SMCO season program books and on printed tickets, and special announcements from the stage at SMCO performances.

At the Concert Sponsor level, acknowledgement on all publicity dedicated to the individual performance chosen, such as posters, SMCO print advertising, direct mail, e-blasts, on the SMCO website front page and Event page listing. Additional acknowledgement in the program book of the specific performance chosen.
Opportunities for discounted advertising panels in SMCO program books.

VOLUNTEERING

Join the team.

Seattle Metropolitan Chamber Orchestra depends on the support of volunteers to ensure concerts run smoothly, from ticketing and ushering to stage set-up, and to strengthen our development operations. For more information, contact us here.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

SMCO would like to thank the following for their generous support.

Benefactor Circle: $10,000 and up
4Culture
Andrea Wilson and Chris Larson
Anonymous

Patron Circle: $5,000-$9,999
Michael Cunningham
Marcia Johnson and Barry Margolese
Seattle Office of Arts and Culture

Associate Circle: $2,500-$4,999
Google
Nesholm Family Foundation
Rodrigo Lopez and Alejandra Jimenez
Bill and Polly Strouse

Principal Circle: $1,000-$2,499
Beardsley Foundation Trust
Beanne Hull
Jim and Mariette O’Donnell
Robert and Gladys Koch
Robert and Glynn Page
Steven M. Reeder
Anonymous

Leader Circle: $750-$999
Dan and Cathy Lungren
Carol Kinney and Doug Lofstrom
Donna Thomas

Affiliate Circle: $500-$749
Robin De Lanoy
Linda Deright and Bob Simeone
Jeremy and Kristine Downs
Brian Garman
Randy Ginn
Michael and Joy Menke
Stacy Logan Rudolph
Seth Tompkins and Kristin Bateman

Presenter Circle: $300-$499
Barbara Bushnell and Jack Lane
Scott Kraft
Ron Wilson and Judy Hentz
Jessica Winter-Stoltzman
Matthew Wu and Julia Tai

Advocate Circle: $100-$299
David Allison and Carey Ross
Alfred Berg
Mark Blitzer
Edward and Pamela Bridge
Todd Emerson
Julie Gaskill and Richard T. Carter
William Graf
Richard Hafner and Patricia Silverman
Rafael Howell-Flores and Kimberly Espinoza
Kirk Victor Johnson
JoAnne Jugum
Stephen and Carol Koehler
Christina Koons
William Levey
Eva and Heikki Mannisto
Deborah McClain and Linda Henson
McKinstry Charitable Foundation
Sarah Margolese
Leone Martin
Robert and Marilyn Mason
Craig Meyer
Microsoft
Margaret Miller
Daniel and Debra Nelson
Debra Rostrom
Katherine and Evie Smith
Margaret Soli
Tableau Foundation
Tricia Wu
Anonymous (2)

Supporter Circle: $50-$99
Tina Blade and Mark Hoffman
Margaret Chasan
David Krosschell
Meg and Ron LoDolce
Sean McCain
Kevin and Liz Nooney
Sam Peters
Janie Upton
Susanna Valleau
Daniel Wilson and Jacob Mans
Gigi Yellen and Dr. Wolf Kohn
Anonymous

Friends Circle: Under $50
Caitlin Kelley
Tim Larson
Anonymous (3)