Did Mimi’s death in La boheme bring a tear to your eye?
Did you laugh at Osmin’s antics in Abduction from the Seraglio?
We work to touch your emotions and bring joy to your heart. If the music moved you, we are doing our part.
We need your help to keep doing our part!
Supporting Opera in the Ozarks is one of the most solid investments you can make. We are a 501(c) 3 organization and all contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
Would you like to see your gift spread throughout the year?
Making a monthly donation is a great way to spread your gift and make it more affordable.
Please email: generaldirector@opera.org and we will be happy to setup your monthly donation.
You may specify that your scholarship donation is for a specific singer or it can be applied at the discretion of the artistic director.
Full Scholarship for Emerging Artist $5000 funds a full scholarship for an emerging artist
Full Scholarship for Studio Artist $4000 funds a full scholarship for a studio artist
Partial Named Scholarship $250 puts your name on a scholarship, and a chance to meet your recipient.
Orchestra Stipend $1500 pays the cash stipend for an experienced musician in our orchestra.
Sponsor a Show!
Be an Angel Production Underwriter! $2500 helps pay the costs of mounting a show.
Recognize a special anniversary birthday, or create a memorial for a friend. Become a Night of Opera Sponsor with a $300 contribution
Donating a Vehicle
is a great way to support Opera in the Ozarks! Cars aren’t the only vehicle that you can donate. Motorcycles, boats, RVs, even quads can help Opera in the Ozarks. Donating a vehicle is easy: Call 855-500-RIDE or complete this form.
Schedule a convenient pick-up from whatever address you choose, nationwide. Receive a tax deduction letter from Charitable Adult Rides, which is also a 501(c)3. Opera in the Ozarks receives most of the money from selling your vehicle.
Donations of Goods
We always need:
Coffee mugs
Dining flatware: knives, forks, spoons
Outdoor furniture – picnic tables, chairs, umbrellas
Large quantities of non-perishable foodstuffs: rice, pasta, flour, etc.
Large quantities of fresh vegetables – yes we will take the zucchini from your garden!
Please call first 479-253-8595
Drop off address:
Opera in the Ozarks
16311 Highway 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
If you wish to receive a receipt, please make sure to include your name and contact information. Our mothers taught us to say thank you, and we’d like to make her happy!
Estate Planning and Bequests
As you make your estate planning decisions, consider Opera in the Ozarks for a bequest. You can make a gift through your estate or name Opera in the Ozarks as the beneficiary of your IRA, life insurance, or retirement plan. There are many tax advantages to these forms of gifts – consult your estate planning counsel.
All donations are fully tax deductible to the extent of the law. Use the donate buttons to pay by credit card or bank account…or send your check with instructions of how the donation is to be applied.
Mailing address for all checks and financial instruments:
Opera in the Ozarks PO Box 127 Eureka Springs, AR 72632
Donations of Stock
If you have appreciated stock, you can avoid the capital gains tax on the appreciation by making a donation to Opera in the Ozarks.
IRA Distributions
Congress recently made permanent the ability to make tax free distributions from your IRA (up to $100,000) if you are at least 70-1/2 years old. Talk to your financial adviser for details.
Questions? Please email Nancy J. Preis, General Director, at generaldirector@opera.org.
Giving Tuesday
While any day is a good day to support Opera in the Ozarks, it’s particularly exciting to support us on Giving Tuesday, when people all over the world give back a little to support good causes. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are spending on yourself and your loved ones, #GivingTuesday is giving for others.
If you have questions, please contact Nancy J. Preis, General Director, at generaldirector@opera.org.
