Be a Member
Support the Kennedy Center as a Member and receive insider access and benefits as a thank you for your gift.
Support Us
Support Us
The Kennedy Center believes everyone has the right to enjoy, create, and experience the arts! Your support helps make it happen.
Make a Gift
Make a fully-tax deductible gift and support our work across the nation as a National Patron.
Volunteer
Give the gift of time by becoming a Kennedy Center volunteer.
Celebrate
Support our artistic and educational programs across the country when you attend special gala events.
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Why we need your support...
Since 1971, the Kennedy Center has served as President Kennedy’s living memorial, working to fulfill his vision to connect more Americans to the arts—and we need your support.
Any federal appropriations we receive can only be used for the maintenance and operation of the building. This means each year we must raise more than $80 million to support the performances, programming, and educational opportunities that bring the arts to millions of people here in DC and around the world. It is only because of supporters like you that the Kennedy Center is able to provide the educational resources, digital content, and performances that make the arts come alive!
Help Inspire Others
Our world may have changed, but our commitment to share the arts has not! Your gift today will provide vital support for our artistic and educational programming, both in-person and online.
Your Impact
The Kennedy Center is committed to ensuring everyone, both in DC and around the nation, has a community rich in the performing arts. The support of our donors makes it happen! Here's just some of what we accomplished together in the 2018-2019 season.
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3.3M+
participants were reached through virtual programming
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2,100+
performances and exhibits at the Kennedy Center
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1.3M+
students were reached through school and community programs
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20,000
students served annually by the Kennedy Center's Office of VSA and Accessibility
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27,989
students attended Performances for Young Audiences
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12M+
viewers of Mo Willem's at-home video content, sparking creativity worldwide
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20
weeks of online Arts Across America concerts, free for viewers worldwide
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240
student artists were trained through Kennedy Center career development programs
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10,000
visitors to the Moonshot Studio at the REACH from October 2019-March 2020
Corporate Giving and Sponsorships
Corporate gifts are an important part of the Center's funding, through both membership in the Corporate Fund and sponsorship opportunities, providing ample options for exposure and activation.
Kids at Come to the Circle, Hoop Dance & Stories by Ty Defoe Photo by Margot
Give the gift of Membership
With benefits including access to exclusive content, discounts, and Ticket Priority, a Kennedy Center Membership is the perfect gift for any arts lover in your life.
National Symphony Orchestra and Washington National Opera
National Symphony Orchestra
Support the National Symphony Orchestra’s impact on audiences all over the globe.
Washington National Opera
Help sustain Washington National Opera’s exceptional performances and educational outreach initiatives around the country.
Other Ways to Give
Honorary & Memorial
Honor someone through a gift to the Kennedy Center by contacting us at [email protected] or (202) 416-8041, or click here to make a gift in memory of someone.
Legacy Gifts
Make the Kennedy Center a part of your legacy by leaving a gift in your will, or making a gift today that provides you income for life and potential tax benefits.
Corporate Giving
Corporations can provide vital ongoing support through membership in the Corporate Fund and personalized sponsorship opportunities.
Other Options
The Center is happy to accept contributions via your preferred donation channel, such as check, gifts of stock, wire transfer, or Donor Advised Funds.
Contact Us
Frequently Asked Questions & Resources
Development Office
[email protected]
(202) 416-8310
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.