support your symphony
The music doesn’t happen without you.
Every gift, every membership, every ticket keeps live orchestral music thriving in our community.
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community orchestra. Ticket sales cover only a fraction of what it takes to produce a season. The rest — the guest artists, the music rentals, the venue costs, the countless behind-the-scenes needs of a working orchestra, comes from people like you who believe live orchestral music belongs in every community.
Your support isn’t just appreciated. It’s what makes the next concert possible.
The symphony is one of Conroe’s greatest attractions
-CHARLINE MULLER
* From a 2025–2026 demographic survey response
Ways to give
How you can support the CSO.
Whether you’d like to make a one-time gift, sponsor a musician’s chair, or partner with us as a business; every path of support strengthens the orchestra and the community it serves.
Make A donation
The CSO relies on the generous support of both individuals and corporate sponsors to continue creating exceptional musical experiences. By making a donation, you can play a vital role in sustaining our artistic excellence and ensuring that music remains a vibrant part of our community.
Your support directly impacts the CSO’s ability to:
- Bring world-class performances to our stage
- Engage with audiences across the area
- Foster a love for music
Sponsor a Musician
Chair sponsors are:
- Recognized in every concert program alongside the musician they support
- Invited to meet the musician they sponsor at a special reception each season
- Acknowledged on our website and in season communications
Become a corporate sponsor
Partner with the Conroe Symphony Orchestra to support live orchestral music while gaining meaningful visibility with our engaged audience of Montgomery County families, professionals, and community leaders.
Corporate sponsorship benefits include:
- Recognition in concert programs, on our website, and in season communications
- Recognition from the stage at concerts you sponsor
- Custom partnership opportunities tailored to your business goals
more ways to support
Beyond the gift.
Financial gifts aren’t the only way to strengthen the CSO. Every one of these paths matters.
Become A Friend of Symphony
Join our organization of volunteers who raise funds, host events, welcome patrons, and keep concert nights running. Memberships connect you to one of the warmest communities in Conroe.
Buy Season Tickets
Season subscriptions are a wonderful way to support the CSO while guaranteeing your seat for every concert of the year. Season ticket holders are the backbone of our audience.
Attend Concerts
Every ticket sold directly supports the orchestra — and there’s no substitute for a full house on concert night. Bring a friend. Bring the family. Bring someone who’s never been. We have a full journey of concerts planned.
Volunteer Your Time
Whether through the Friends of the Symphony, event assistance, or specific skills you can offer, we welcome community members who want to give their time. Please reach out if you’re interested.
Include the CSO in your legacy
Planned gifts, including bequests, charitable trusts, and beneficiary designations; help ensure that the Conroe Symphony Orchestra will thrive for future generations. Please contact us to learn how to include us in your estate plans.
where your gift goes
Transparency about how we use your support.
As a community-run nonprofit orchestra, we are careful stewards of every dollar. Your gift supports:
- Guest artists and soloists — the featured performers who make each concert distinctive.
- Music rentals and licensing — the sheet music, arrangements, and performance rights we need for every concert.
- Facilities costs — securing First Methodist Church Conroe and covering technical needs along with leasing our rehearsal/office space.
- Programs and marketing — the printed programs, promotion, and outreach that bring our audience to the concert hall.
- Educational and community programming — outreach that grows the next generation of music lovers.
Every dollar goes to the music. Our board and Friends serve without compensation.
with gratitude
Thank you to our funders and partners.
We are grateful for the ongoing support of:
The Texas Commission on the Arts
Grant Programs
Our chair sponsors, corporate partners, and individual donors
Every patron who purchases a ticket or renews a season subscription
The music doesn’t happen without our community. Thank you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about giving.
Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes. The Conroe Symphony Orchestra is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You’ll receive a donation receipt at the time of your gift.
Can I make a gift in memory or in honor of someone?
Absolutely. Please note the honoree’s name when making your gift, and we’ll acknowledge the tribute appropriately. If you’d like the honoree or their family to be notified, please share their contact information.
Can I set up recurring giving?
Yes. Monthly or annual recurring gifts are one of the most valuable forms of support because they provide reliable, ongoing income for the orchestra. You can set up recurring giving through our online donation portal.
Do you accept donations of stocks, IRAs, or other assets?
Yes. Gifts of appreciated stock, IRA charitable distributions, and other non-cash assets are welcomed and often tax-advantaged. Please contact us to arrange these gifts.
Can my employer match my donation?
Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double the impact of your donation. Please check with your HR department, or contact us and we’ll help you find out.
Thank you for supporting your community orchestra for the past 29 years.
Questions about giving? Please reach out to Office@conroesymphony.org