Thanksgiving marked the beginning of the winter holiday season and the heightened spirit of giving. It’s a wonderful time to take a moment out of our busy daily lives and take a break from the shopping frenzy to support our favorite ballet organizations. Here are a few ideas on how to do this on the upcoming #GivingTuesday:
- Buy a ticket – be it as an all-season subscriber or for a single performance – and be there in the audience to appreciate and applaud the talents on the stage, behind the wings, and in the orchestra.
- Many organizations provide enthusiasts the privilege to become members; there are typically incremental financial levels for annual memberships that give you benefits in return for your financial donations.
- Several ballet companies and performing arts organizations have special campaigns that they advertise specifically for #GivingTuesday – below is a non-exhaustive list of some of these opportunities.
American Ballet Theatre – America’s National Ballet Company®
Ballet Arizona – Help bring more community families to see The Nutcracker
Ballet Met – Urge the City Council to approve the Greater Columbus Arts Council’s 7% ticket fee proposal
Ballet West – Help young dancers pursue their dreams
Carolina Ballet – Support the company’s artistic and organizational growth
Charlotte Ballet – Support the company’s Reach program whose mission is to give all children the opportunity to dance
Houston Ballet – Make a charitable gift to help impact a student’s life in the company’s Chance to Dance program
The Kennedy Center – Support their arts education program Turnaroud Arts
Les Grands Ballets – Support the company’s The Nutcracker Fund to help less fortunate children
Longleaf School of the Arts – Help raise money for their special programs and service to the community
Oakland Ballet Company – Support the company’s arts education program Discover Dance
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre – Help bring families to see the ballet and support training scholarships
Tulsa Ballet – Sponsor a child to see the company’s Nutcracker and The Robson Companies will match your donation
The Washington Ballet – Support the company’s scholarship program
