Individual Giving
Support from individuals like you plays a significant role in everything from breathtaking performances to quality dance education. Your gift allows thousands of individuals each year to discover the beauty of dance.
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There are many ways to make a meaningful gift to The Sarasota Ballet.
Online
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Send a check made payable to The Sarasota Ballet:
The Sarasota Ballet
Attention: Development Department
5555 N Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
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To make a donation over the phone using your credit card, please contact the Development Department at 941.225.6510.
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Please contact Senior Development Officer, Maya Collins at 941.225.6510 or [email protected] to receive instructions for making a wire transfer.
GIFTS OF STOCK OR EQUITIES
Your contribution of stock is tax deductible at its fair market value at the time it is donated, even if its value has increased.
Please contact Senior Development Officer, Maya Collins at 941.225.6510 or [email protected] for more information on making a stock gift.
CHARITABLE IRA ROLLOVER
The IRA Charitable Rollover provision allows individuals who have reached age 70½ to donate up to $100,000 to charitable organizations directly from their Individual Retirement Account (IRA), without treating the distribution as taxable income.
MATCHING GIFTS
Double or triple your impact! You are credited with the entire contribution if your firm or company offers a matching gift program. Many companies even match gifts made by board members or retirees.
PLANNED GIFTS
Naming The Sarasota Ballet in your will or living trust allows you to provide for the future of The Sarasota Ballet while maintaining control of your current assets. You can choose a dollar amount or percentage of your estate, or include The Sarasota Ballet as a contingent beneficiary. To discuss Planned Giving, please contact Senior Development Officer, Maya Collins at 941.225.6510 or [email protected].
Patron Experiences
Take the next steps in your support of The Sarasota Ballet: Annual contributions from patrons represent one of the most important sources of annual income for the Company. Patrons enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences and receive special recognition throughout the season.
We invite you to be part of the patron experience and celebrate our upcoming Season.