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Your Generosity Creates Incredible Art
Whether on stage, in the studio or out in the community, Richmond Ballet strives to create enduring art that lives on in the hearts and minds of our audiences and performers. Charging the complete cost to professional performances, School of Richmond Ballet classes or Minds In Motion schools would make these experiences inaccessible for many. Your generosity opens the door to the world of dance for our community, the Commonwealth, and beyond.
Nearly 40% of our annual budget is funded through contributions that enable us to reach over 100,000 patrons and participants each year. Your generosity makes you a part of the art at Richmond Ballet, The State Ballet of Virginia.
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(804) 344-0906 x247
Donate By Mail
SEND TO: Richmond Ballet
Attn: Cathleen Studdard
407 East Canal Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Individual Giving
Be a Partner in Our Dance
Gifts to the Richmond Ballet Annual Fund support general operations, or you may designate your gift to specifically support the Professional Company, School of Richmond Ballet or Minds In Motion. Your generosity means the world to us, and the benefits listed below are a small way for us to show our gratitude.
Cabriole Circle
Inspired by the dynamic ballet jump, members of our Cabriole Circle propel us higher, enabling us to reach the fullest potential of our mission.
Patron – $1,500-2,499
Includes post-show receptions at Dominion Energy Center
Dancer – $2,500-4,999
Includes reserved parking for Dominion Energy Center performances
Choreographer – $5,000-9,999
Includes an exclusive event with the dancers
Director – $10,000-24,999
Includes an exclusive Backstage Experience
Star – $25,000+
Includes viewing a performance at Dominion Energy Center from the wings
*All benefits above are cumulative, rising through the giving levels, and are listed simply to offer a highlight of how we express our gratitude for our donors.
Friends Circle
Trustworthy and loyal, members of our Friends Circle recognize our efforts, value the performing arts and want to make a difference.
Associate – $100-249
Includes recognition in the playbill and VIP tickets to the Minds In Motion culminating performance
Fan – $250-999
Includes a rehearsal viewing at the Canal Street Studios and a complimentary drink at one of our Studio performances
Benefactor – $1000-1,499
Includes access to the Donor Lounge at Dominion Energy Center and special behind-the-scenes experiences
*All benefits above are cumulative, rising through the giving levels, and are listed simply to offer a highlight of how we express our gratitude for our donors.
Encore Society
CREATE A LEGACY AND ENSURE THE FUTURE OF RICHMOND BALLET
Richmond Ballet invites you to become part of our history, as well as our future. Members of The Encore Society are friends of Richmond Ballet who have included the organization in their charitable gift planning. Your foresight and vision enables us to continue to “awaken and uplift the human spirit” through dance for years to come.
It is simple to use the appropriate language in your will or other estate documents. This ensures your wishes are carried out and Richmond Ballet receives the assets that you intend. The correct language is noted below:
I give [specific dollar amount or specific asset or the remainder of my residuary estate or xx percent of my residuary estate] to Richmond Ballet, Inc. currently located at 407 East Canal Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219, to be added to Richmond Ballet’s General Endowment.
Planned gifts may also be designated for a specific purpose.
QUESTIONS?
CONTACT: Susannah Piersol
spiersol@richmondballet.com
(804) 344-0906 x247