Ways to Support the Ballet

The Georgia Ballet as a not-for-profit

The Georgia Ballet is a not-for profit arts organization that offers excellence in dance performance, training and arts in education outreach.  Tuition and ticket sales do not and cannot cover the Ballet’s operating expenses.  Part of the mission of regional arts organizations is to keep art accessible by keeping ticket prices and tuition low.  This means that, in addition to applying dancer-like precision to keeping expenses in line, the Ballet takes on the additional responsibility of raising 30% of its budget from foundations, businesses and individuals.  The Ballet applies for grants from corporations and foundations, solicits corporate sponsorships and in-kind giving, conducts an annual fund drive and organizes fundraising events throughout the year.  We solicit support from the general public, our students and parents and the business community. 

Your support is vital to the Ballet.  Please help us to continue offering the best in dance by supporting the Ballet today.  As a 501(c) 3 tax exempt status organization, your gift to the Ballet is tax-deductible.

There are many ways that you can help.

Annual Fund
Please give to our annual fund.  Contributions are accepted year round and donor benefits are outlined under Annual Fund.

Matching gifts
Check with your employer to see if matching gifts are made to non-profit organizations.  This is an excellent way to make the most of your donation.

Sponsorship 
Businesses can sponsor a performance or Arts in Education program starting at $1,000. Sponsorships include tickets and name recognition. (see Corporate Sponsorship)

Business Membership Program
Join other businesses with gifts from $250 to $1,000.  (see Corporate Sponsorship)

Events
The Ballet has several fundraisers throughout the year.  See the calendar of event under Special Events.  Individual and business support of events is always welcomed!

In-kind donation of goods and services
There are many ways to lend in-kind support.  Can you help with printing or postage needs?  Event support or storage?  Maintenance projects or services?

Advertising
Advertise your business in our season playbill or recital program.  It’s a great way to support the Ballet while getting your business name in front of a well-educated, professional audience.

Estate planning
Planned giving can benefit both the donor and the Ballet.  Please contact the development office and ask about Estate Planning. 

Gifts of property & stock
Consider gifts of property or stock, which offer tax advantages to the donor.

Volunteer
There are volunteer opportunities, including involvement with The Guild.  Call the box office to inquire.

Be an ambassador
Do you know an individual or company that might be interested in supporting the Ballet’s performance or educational programming? Introduce them to the Ballet by inviting them to a performance and talking to them about supporting the Ballet.

 For information about donations or sponsorships, please contact Allison Fichter, Development Director at the Ballet (770-528-0881) or afichter@georgiaballet.org.  For advertising, please contact Stacy Poplaskie, Marketing/Public Relations Associate, at the Ballet (770-528-0881) or spoplaskie@georgiaballet.org.

  Opportunities for Giving

• INTERNET: Donate Now using Paypal, it’s fast, free, and secure!

• MAIL: Print our Donation Form and mail it to: The Georgia Ballet , Attn: Development Office, 1255 Field Parkway, Marietta, Georgia 30066. Make checks payable to The Georgia Ballet.

• PHONE: Call 770-528-0881 and we will accept your donation via Visa and MasterCard over the phone. Your credit card can be charged monthly, if you would like to spread your donation out over the year.