Ways to Give
As a nonprofit organization, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts depends on the generous support of individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies to close the gap between earned income and expenses.
Individuals
You can help. As a nonprofit organization that must raise $4.5 million annually, contributions from the community are critical. Our performances, education programs, and community outreach programs depend upon the generosity of people like you. Your gift enables Ordway to continue to present the finest musical theater and produce outstanding new works for our community.
Being a contributor also gives you access to many special benefits. See a complete list of member levels and benefits >>
Many companies and foundations in Minnesota sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees to non-profit organizations such as Ordway. Learn more about company matching gifts >>
For more information on individual giving, contact Stacy Dimapelis at
651-282-3036 or sdimapelis@ordway.org.
Corporations
Ordway stands as the only world-class performing arts center in the Midwest region and an invaluable asset to the community, with an estimated economic impact of more than $41 million on the city each year. Corporate contributions to Ordway help strengthen the financial health and quality of life for our community overall.
Ordway provides Corporate Partners with a multitude of benefits and recognition opportunities. These benefits include complimentary and discounted tickets, invitations to cast parties and other exclusive events, and recognition in performance programs and other publications.
Ordway serves more than 400,000 annually, 52% of whom are patrons that have an annual income of $100,000 or more and 75% of whom have earned college or graduate degrees. Ordway provides many sponsorship opportunities, such as a Performance Season sponsorship, individual production sponsorships, program sponsorships, and sponsorships within our annual International Children’s Festival.
See Ordway's current corporate partners and sponsors >>
For more information on becoming an Ordway corporate partner or sponsor, please contact Lee Koch, Vice President of External Relations, at 651-282-3034 or lkoch@ordway.org.
Foundations and Government
Every year, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is fortunate to receive generous and ongoing support from private and community foundations. These gifts provide the vital and steady funds necessary to ensure artistic excellence and organizational growth.
Foundation support most significantly contributes to the quality of our critically-acclaimed Education at Ordway programs and our community engagement, allowing Ordway to continue offering accessible and culturally diverse arts experiences that embrace and enhance the lives of all of our community’s residents.
See Ordway's current foundation and government supporters >>
Luminaria Society: Planned Giving
The Luminaria Society honors the caring individuals who provide for Ordway in their estate plans. These planned gifts help ensure the future of Ordway by building its permanent endowment fund. The Luminaria Society is an important contributor to Ordway’s future programming and fiscal stability. Your generosity now will become a source of lasting delight for future generations of children and lovers of theater, dance, and music as they gather at Ordway.
Learn more about planned giving >>
For more information on planned giving, please contact the Development Office at 651-282-3034, or lkoch@ordway.org.
Endowment Fund
Endowment funds are intended to be kept permanently and invested to provide income for continued support of an organization. It is the most valuable funding non-profit institutions have, as endowment funds keep growing and giving, year after year.
Learn more about the Ordway endowment fund >>
Ordway’s goal is to raise $30 million in Endowment funds. To join Ordway’s Endowment Campaign, please contact Lee Koch, VP of External Relations, at 651-282-3034 or lkoch@ordway.org.