We appreciate your support of the
Fort Wayne Civic Theatre
OPERATING SUPPORT
Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is a 501(c)(3) organization and donations to it may be tax deductible.
Donations of $100 or more will be acknowledged in our program books for the 12 months following the date of donation. You will also qualify to attend our exclusive Opening Night "Red Carpet" Receptions prior to the show on Opening Night for that same 12 months. See below for more information.
Donors of $1,000 or more throughout the season are also invited to our Annual Donor Appreciation Reception typically held in February.
Donations in any amount are always appreciated and offset general operating expenses.
Gifts are recognized with the following designations:
$100 - $199 Ensemble
$200 - $349 Supporting Role
$350 - $599 Lead Role
$600 - $999 Musician
$1,000 - $2,499 Stage Hand
$2,500 - $4,999 Technician
$5,000 - $7,499 Stage Manager
$7,500 - $14,999 Designer
$15,000 and beyond Choreographer
OPENING NIGHT RECEPTIONS
Experience the excitement of Opening Night with our exclusive Red Carpet Receptions!
For one hour before curtain, enjoy a delicious selection of appetizers, desserts, complimentary bottled water, tea, coffee, and soft drinks. For our guests 21+, a cash bar is also available.
To qualify, a donation of $100 or more will secure your invitation (including your guests) for 12 months from the date of donation. Tickets to the show are required and are not included. Invitations are sent out and RSVPs are required prior to each reception.
PLANNED GIVING: THE ENCORE SOCIETY
Set the stage for those who follow with a planned gift to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre that will continue to perform after you are gone. Join The Encore Society by naming the Civic Theatre as a beneficiary in your will or estate plan. This is one of the best ways to ensure the organization you’ve always loved and supported continues to thrive.
To be listed in our print materials as a member of The Encore Society, please let us know when you have added Civic Theatre to your estate beneficiaries.
100th Anniversary Endowment Fund
You can be a part of securing the future of Fort Wayne Civic Theatre for years to come with your annual gift to Civic Theatre's 100th Anniversary Endowment Campaign.
If you would like to be a part of this important campaign, we ask you to pledge to contribute a total of $1,500 to be paid by June 2028 (over and above your traditional annual giving). You can determine a payment schedule at the time you submit your pledge form.
Or, if you prefer, simply make a one-time 100th Anniversary Endowment Fund donation of $1,500 or more by clicking here.
Your annual donation to the 100th Anniversary Endowment Fund will be appropriately recognized in each Civic Stagebill program through the 2027-2028 season. Your generous gift will be part of a strong financial foundation that will ensure the Civic Theatre's place in our community for decades to come, nurturing generations of actors and technical stage volunteers.
For more information:
Contact: Carrie Schlatter, Director of Development
Phone: 260-422-8641 x230
Email: CSchlatter@FWCivic.org