UNDERSTANDING K2K TUITION

Why Are Registration Fees Changing?


For more than 21 years, K2K has operated on a unique ministry model. Registration fees have never covered the full cost of participation.


Instead, generous donors, churches, sponsors, fundraising initiatives, grants, and volunteers have helped make K2K accessible to families.


As K2K continues to grow, we are adjusting the balance between family contribution and donor contribution to create a more sustainable model for the future while remaining committed to accessibility and financial assistance.

What does it actually cost to provide K2K?


The average cost of providing a K2K experience is approximately $3,000 per student per year.


This includes:


  • Facility rental and operating costs
  • Performance venue costs
  • Theatre licensing and royalties
  • Costumes, props, sets, and production materials
  • Sound, lighting, and technical equipment
  • Curriculum development and educational resources
  • Leadership development and volunteer training
  • Insurance, risk management, and safety requirements
  • Administrative systems and registration platforms
  • Marketing, communications, and family support
  • Student resources and program materials
  • Ministry programming and discipleship initiatives
  • Professional teaching artists, directors, choreographers, music directors, and specialty instructors
  • Staff and leadership responsible for program planning, administration, operations, fundraising, volunteer coordination, student support, and organizational management


The average cost of providing a K2K experience is approximately $3,000 per student each year. Historically, families have contributed approximately 30% of that cost through registration fees, while donors, sponsors, churches, fundraising efforts, grants, and volunteers have provided the remaining support.

Is K2K becoming a business?


No. K2K remains a charitable ministry committed to helping students grow in confidence, character, creativity, leadership, community, and faith through the performing arts.


While registration fees are changing, our mission is not.


For more than 21 years, K2K has been blessed by extraordinary generosity from donors, churches, sponsors, and volunteers. Their support has made it possible for thousands of students to participate in K2K and experience community, mentorship, personal growth, and faith-based performing arts.


As we look to the future, we are not moving away from that model.


Donor support will continue to be a foundational part of who we are and what we do.


What we are doing is adjusting the balance between family contribution and donor contribution so K2K can remain strong, sustainable, and accessible for years to come. This shift allows donor support to continue strengthening programs while helping provide financial assistance and support for families who may not otherwise be able to participate.


Our commitment to accessibility remains unchanged. Financial assistance will continue to be available, and we will continue working with families whenever possible to help students participate in K2K.

Why not simply keep fundraising?


K2K has always relied on fundraising and donor support and will continue to do so. However, the current model requires significant fundraising each year simply to maintain existing programming.


By adjusting the balance between family contribution and donor contribution, donor support can be directed toward ministry growth, student assistance, and long-term sustainability rather than carrying the majority of every registration fee.

Who Makes K2K Possible?


Behind every rehearsal and performance is a team of directors, choreographers, music directors, technical specialists, administrators, volunteers, and support staff who work throughout the year to make K2K possible.


In addition, hundreds of volunteer hours are contributed each season by parents, alumni, board members, production teams, and community supporters.

What does a student receive through K2K?


Students receive:


  • Weekly performing arts training
  • Large-scale theatrical productions
  • Mentorship from caring and invested leaders
  • Faith-based teaching, discussion, and discipleship
  • Character development and life skills
  • Opportunities to build confidence and resilience
  • Public speaking and communication experience
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Creative expression and artistic growth
  • Strong friendships and meaningful community
  • A safe and welcoming environment where students are known, valued, and encouraged
  • Low staff and volunteer-to-student ratios that allow for meaningful face-to-face relationships and support
  • Opportunities to develop a strong work ethic, responsibility, and commitment
  • The experience of working toward challenging goals alongside a supportive team
  • Encouragement to step outside of comfort zones and discover new strengths
  • Emotional and social support during important developmental years
  • A sense of belonging and purpose

K2K is more than a theatre program. It is a faith-based performing arts ministry where students are challenged to grow in confidence, character, creativity, leadership, and faith while being supported by a caring community that believes in them.

Building the Next 21 Years Together


The average cost of providing a K2K experience is approximately $3,000 per student each year. Under our updated model, families and the K2K community each contribute approximately half of that cost. Community support includes donors, sponsors, churches, fundraising initiatives, grants, and the countless volunteers who make K2K possible.


For more than 21 years, K2K has been made possible through the extraordinary generosity of donors, churches, sponsors, and volunteers. Their support has allowed thousands of students to experience community, mentorship, personal growth, and faith-based performing arts.


As we look to the future, we are not moving away from that model. Rather, we are adjusting the balance between family contribution and donor contribution so K2K can remain strong, sustainable, and accessible for years to come.


This shift allows donor support to continue strengthening programs while helping ensure financial assistance remains available for students and families who need it most.


Our commitment to accessibility remains unchanged. Financial assistance will continue to be available, and we will continue working with families whenever possible to help students participate in K2K.