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		<title>Special Event &#8211; Sharing is Pairing</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Join us at the Moto Musuem on April 19th 6:00-9:00PM $75.00 This celebration of FOOD and WINE will feature culinary delights from top St. Louis chefs and restaurants including: SALT, MAD TOMATO, KOTA WOOD FIRE GRILL, TRIUMPH GRILL, GUIDO&#8217;S PIZZERIA AND TAPAS, CRABCAKES CREATIVE, DOOLEY&#8217;S BEEF-N-BREW HOUSE, CAFE PROVENCAL and HOLLYBERRY CATERING. Dishes at each [...] <p class="more_link"><a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/support/special-event-sharing-is-pairing-2/">Click here to learn more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.618em;">Join us at the Moto Musuem on April 19th<br />
6:00-9:00PM<br />
$75.00</h3>
<p>This celebration of FOOD and WINE will feature culinary delights from top St. Louis chefs and restaurants including: SALT, MAD TOMATO, KOTA WOOD FIRE GRILL, TRIUMPH GRILL, GUIDO&#8217;S PIZZERIA AND TAPAS, CRABCAKES CREATIVE, DOOLEY&#8217;S BEEF-N-BREW HOUSE, CAFE PROVENCAL and HOLLYBERRY CATERING.</p>
<p>Dishes at each station will be paired with a wine from a small-production Italian vineyard. Each pairing will be personally selected by wine importer FLORA TERSIGNI of ROYAL IMPORTERS LLC. The event will feature live music by GOOD 4 THE SOUL, presentations by STLwinegirl ANGELA ORTMANN, and unique silent auction items.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/233823"><strong>ORDER TICKETS</strong></a></p>
<p><em>We look forward to sharing the pairings with you on April 19th!</em></p>
<p>The Moto Museum <a href="http://www.brownpapertickets.com/venue/143777">(View Venue)</a><br />
3441 Olive Street<br />
St. Louis, MO 63103</p>
<p>If you cannot attend but would like to support Metro Theater Company, please make a donation at <a href="http://www.metrotheatercompany.org/donatenow">www.metrotheatercompany.org/donatenow</a><br />
If you have questions, please call David Warren at 314-997-6777.</p>
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<h3 style="margin-top: 0;">Media Partner</h3>
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<h3>Reserve Sponsors</h3>
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<h3>Other Sponsors</h3>
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		<title>How Your Gift Makes a Difference</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 19:39:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>sarah</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Approximately two-thirds of our operating budget each season is comprised of contributed income.  It is a basic and unadorned truth that we could not fulfill our mission without contributions from the community.  That adds up to one meaningful difference! Your gift makes a difference because adequate support of our programs means: Our touring productions will [...] <p class="more_link"><a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/support/how-your-gift-makes-a-difference/how-your-gift-makes-a-difference/">Click here to learn more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Approximately two-thirds of our operating budget each season is comprised of contributed income.  It is a basic and unadorned truth that we could not fulfill our mission without contributions from the community.  That adds up to one meaningful difference!</p>
<p>Your gift makes a difference because adequate support of our programs means:</p>
<ul>
<li>Our<a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/performances/touring-productions/"> touring productions</a> will continue to reach some 20,000 young people every season, including some who may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience live performance.</li>
<li>Our commitment to <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/performances/new-work-development/">new work development</a> will continue to add new plays to the canon of dramatic literature for young audiences, as well as to feed the artists who create it.</li>
<li>Our <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/education/school-residencies/">school residencies</a> will continue to nurture meaningful learning though the arts, as they have done for thousands of young people across the region.</li>
<li>Our <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/education/professional-development/">professional development</a> programs will continue to provide critical support to educators as they contend with mounting pressures to increase student achievement.</li>
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<p>Here&#8217;s what it all looks like in terms of relevant income/expenses::</p>
<h3>Income<img class="size-full wp-image-2723 alignright" title="Sum-Income-rev" src="http://metrotheatercompany.org/wp-content/uploads/Sum-Income-rev.jpg" alt="" width="350" height="100" /></h3>
<h4>Earned Income:</h4>
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<li>Fees and Admissions
<ul>
<li>Touring</li>
<li>Mainstage</li>
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</li>
<li>Education Services</li>
<li>Other Earned Income</li>
</ul>
<h4>Contributed Income:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Public and Federated Funds</li>
<li>Corporate Support</li>
<li>Foundation Grants</li>
<li>Gifts from Individuals</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expenses<img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2724" title="Sum-Expense-rev" src="http://metrotheatercompany.org/wp-content/uploads/Sum-Expense-rev.jpg" alt="" width="350" height="100" /></h3>
<h4>Program Activities</h4>
<ul>
<li>Touring</li>
<li>Mainstage</li>
<li>Education</li>
<li>New Work Development / R&amp;D</li>
</ul>
<h4>Supporting Activities</h4>
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<li>Administrative</li>
<li>Fund Raising</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Volunteer</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 15:34:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our mainstage performances always depend on the support of a volunteer corps that assists us with ushering before the show and with running our family fun events after the show.   Similarly, we sometimes need volunteers for special events, fundraisers, and public readings. While we do not have any specific need for mainstage and special event [...] <p class="more_link"><a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/support/volunteer/volunteer/">Click here to learn more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our mainstage performances always depend on the support of a volunteer corps that assists us with ushering before the show and with running our family fun events after the show.   Similarly, we sometimes need volunteers for special events, fundraisers, and public readings.</p>
<p>While we do not have any specific need for mainstage and special event volunteers at this time, please let us know about your interest in serving as one when the next need arises.  Please complete the volunteer form below and we’ll be in touch with you when we’ve got an opportunity.  Thanks!</p>
<p>In the meantime, below you can find other ways you can get involved!</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Get in the loop.</strong> Join our <a href="mailto:mailinglist@metrotheatercompany.org?subject=I'd like to join the Metro mailing list">mailing list</a>, connect with us on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Metro-Theater-Company/160685568984?ref=ts" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and follow us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/MetroTheater" target="_blank">Twitter!</a></li>
<li><strong>Be a loyal member of our mainstage audience.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Enroll a child you know in one of our summer programs. </strong>Click <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/education/summer-programs/">here</a> to learn more.</li>
<li><strong>Advocate to have our programs in a school in your neighborhood.</strong> Click <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/performances/touring-productions/">here</a> to learn more about the touring productions and education programs we offer in schools.</li>
<li><strong>Support our mission by becoming a donor.</strong> <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/section/support/donate">Click here to donate</a>.</li>
<li><strong>Consider serving on our board of directors.</strong> To learn more about our board selection process, contact Matt Neufeld (managing director) at <a href="mailto:matt@metrotheatercompany.org?subject=Board of Directors selection inquiry">matt@metrotheatercompany.org</a> or 314-997-6777 x 102.</li>
<li><strong>Volunteer!</strong> Please fill out the form below so we can contact you about current and future volunteer opportunities.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Donate</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 15:33:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency, we are able to fulfill our mission only with support from the community.  Every donation makes a difference.  Thank you for clicking to contribute! As a donor, you will be in good company.  We are proud to attract funding from a broad base of supporters, including public agencies, foundations, corporations, [...] <p class="more_link"><a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/support/donate/">Click here to learn more</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency, we are able to fulfill our mission only with support from the community.  Every donation makes a difference.  Thank you for clicking to contribute!</p>
<p>As a donor, you will be in good company.  We are proud to attract funding from a broad base of supporters, including public agencies, foundations, corporations, and numerous individuals.  (To see a full list of supporters, click <a href="http://metrotheatercompany.org/about/facts/funding-partners/funding-partners/">here</a>.)</p>
<p>You can make a contribution:</p>
<h3>Online</h3>
<p>Click <a href="https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/MetroTheaterCompany/OnlineDonation.html" target="_self">here</a> to make a secure, tax-deductible donation now.</p>
<h3>By Phone</h3>
<p>Call David Warren (development director) at 314-997-6777 x 105, and he will assist you in making a secure, tax-deductible donation over the phone using a credit card.  We accept Discover, Visa, and MasterCard.</p>
<p>You can also call David to provide your name and address, and he will mail a remittance envelope for you to return.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h3>By Mail</h3>
<p>Send checks to:</p>
<p>Metro Theater Company<br />
8308 Olive Blvd.<br />
St. Louis, MO 63132-2814</p>
<p>We post a list of donors on this website, as well publishing that list annually in print publications.  Please let us know if you prefer to remain anonymous.</p>
<h3>Other Ways to Give</h3>
<p><strong>EMPLOYER MATCHING:</strong> Your employer might have a program to match your contribution.  Check with your human resources department, and let us know if we can assist with any necessary paperwork.</p>
<p><strong>STOCK: </strong> We welcome donations of stock and other securities.  Donors may take a tax deduction for the full, fair-market value.</p>
<p><strong>PLANNED GIVING: </strong> If you would like to help our work continue throughout the 21st century and beyond, consider speaking with your financial advisor about including us in your estate plans.</p>
<p>If you have any questions or comments, please contact David Warren (development director) at 314-997-6777 x 105 or <a href="mailto:david@metrotheatercompany.org?subject=">david@metrotheatercompany.org</a>.</p>
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