Sponsor a Student
Your gift does make a difference. As a small non-profit, LSM is proud to be able to show donors first-hand the impact of their contribution on young, aspiring musicians who come together in this intentional community of faith. And, just as there are different types of donors, LSM offers different ways to give.
Sponsor a Student
LSM's commitment to keep tuition affordable for all means that each LSM student needs a sponsor. Support a Full Scholarship at $2,695 ($225 monthly for a year) or consider a Half Scholarship ($112 monthly for a year).
As a Student Sponsor you will:
Receive a hand-written thank you card from the student you are supporting
Be invited to attend a private reception hosted by the Board of Directors during LSM 2024 Festival Week
Set an example of generosity for the student you support and perhaps inspire them to one day do the same
Other Ways to Give
Mail a Check
Send your check to: Lutheran Music Program, PO Box 8687, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA)
Here are some important notes and highlights of the law:
The distribution must be made from a traditional or Roth IRA.
You must be at least 70-1/2 years of age when the distribution is made.
Amounts given count toward your annual required minimum distribution.
The distribution must be made directly from the IRA to Lutheran Music Program.
Because circumstances may vary from person to person, donors should discuss plans with a professional tax advisor.
Authorize a Grant from Your Donor Advised Fund (DAF)
If you have created a DAF for charitable giving consider authorizing a grant to Lutheran Music Program.
Be Part of a Powerful and Lasting Future for LSM
Strength & Stay
Ensuring Music, Faith & Leadership for Our Future
Now is the time to invest in our shared future. With a combination of current and legacy gifts, the creation of endowments, a focus on alumni enthusiasm, and your enduring generosity it is our goal to raise $6 million to secure the future of LSM through the Strength & Stay Campaign.
The Strength & Stay 40th anniversary campaign is made up of parents, alumni, and friends of LSM—people like you—making 3-year pledges at all levels and remembering LSM in their estate plans. Over 90 individuals and families have committed, with 92% of the total $6 million campaign goal already secured!
More Information
Endowment Fund
Our Endowment Fund is held at InFaith Community Foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. InFaith provides sound and responsible investment management of our Endowment Fund, as well as gift expertise through its experienced professional staff. InFaith staff is available to work with you and your attorney, financial advisor and accountant to facilitate a charitable gift that benefits our Endowment Fund, fits your financial abilities and provides you with maximum tax benefits.
501(c)(3)
Lutheran Music Program (also known as LSM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The federal tax id number is 47-0638445.
Donor Privacy
LSM will not share or sell a donor's personal information or send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations.
Legacy Accounts
If you created an account prior to October 1, 2018, follow this link to access and edit your information: Access old account
Meet Development Officer, Lisa Hartwig
On behalf of the thousands of alumni touched by Lutheran Music Program, the home of the Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival, and those who will be because of your generosity, thank you. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
612-879-9555