DID YOU KNOW?
Opera is the most labor intensive art form, employing 150 to 200 people for each production, which makes it costly to produce. At Palm Beach Opera, even if every performance is sold out, ticket sales cover only 33% of what it costs to bring the world’s finest singers to Palm Beach and to produce what you see on stage. The remaining expenses are covered by generous, tax-deductible donations from opera fans like you, who are our principal source of contributed income.
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Make opera a part of your life. Every donation to Palm Beach Opera is instrumental in bringing world-class opera to our local stage and allows us to offer programs that enrich the lives of our community. Donors enjoy benefits commensurate with their level of giving and enrich their opera experience through a variety of programs and special events. Please review our donor benefits and join our Palm Beach Opera Family of supporters today.
Choose your desired membership level:
Friend ($100 – $249)
- Advance purchase and seating priority for all Palm Beach Opera performances
- Insider Newsletter
Contributor ($250 – $499)
All of the Membership benefits of lower level memberships plus:
- Purchase priority for Lunch & Learn Series
Supporter ($500 – $999)
All of the Membership benefits of lower level memberships plus:
- Invitation for two to Annual Donor Recognition Reception – NEW
- Listing in opera program books
Patron ($1,000 – $2,499)
All of the Membership benefits of lower level memberships plus:
- Admission for two to one Intermission Reception per season – NEW
- Two tickets to one Final Dress rehearsal of your choice
- Priority seating in Friday night Gold Circle seats
Benefactor ($2,500 – $4,999)
All of the Membership benefits of lower level memberships plus:
- Admission for two to all Intermission Receptions
- Complimentary admission for two to a Lunch & Learn program of your choice
Grand Benefactor ($5,000 – $7,499)
All of the Membership benefits of lower level memberships plus:
- Invitation for two to one Friday Opening Night Dinner & Reception – NEW
- Backstage Tour for two (by request)
- Two tickets to all Final Dress rehearsals
Board of Governors ($7,500 – $9,999)
All of the Membership benefits of lower level memberships plus:
- Invitation to Board of Governors Season Opening Musicale and Reception – NEW
- Invitation to attend one Board of Directors Meeting per season – NEW
- Complimentary admission for two to all Friday Opening Night Dinners and Receptions
- Invitation to Meet the Artists Receptions
For Board of Governors Gold ($10,000-$14,999) and Board of Directors ($15,000 +) Membership Levels and Benefits please call the Palm Beach Opera Office at 561.835.7558.
Palm Beach Opera is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation and all gifts made to the Opera are tax-deductible to the extent provided by state and federal law. 100% of such gifts are retained by the Opera to support its operations. A copy of the official registration (#SC-01153) and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free within the State of Florida 1.800.435.7352. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state.
Opera is the most labor intensive art form, employing 150 to 200 people for each production, which makes it costly to produce. At Palm Beach Opera, even if every performance is sold out, ticket sales cover only 33% of what it costs to bring the world’s finest singers to Palm Beach and to produce what you see on stage. The remaining expenses are covered by generous, tax-deductible donations from opera fans like you, who are our principal source of contributed income.
Every donation to Palm Beach Opera is instrumental in bringing world-class opera to the stage and allows us to offer programs that enrich the lives of our community. Donors enjoy benefits commensurate with their level of giving and enrich their opera experience through a variety of programs and special events. Review our donor benefits and join our family of supporters today. Donating online is quick and easy!
Become a Member today and join the Palm Beach Opera Family
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Signature Sponsorship Opportunities and Custom Packages are available to Corporate Partners who choose to designate their funds for a specific opportunity that involve either the entire season, a single opera or single performance within the season, or a specific program such as education and community outreach. No matter the Partner level, servicing you and your company is priority and we take special pride to tailor benefits to your specific needs. Signature Sponsorship Opportunities start at $1,500 and Custom Packages range from $5,000 to $100,000. Contact Lisa L. Huertas 561.835.7558 or lhuertas@pbopera.org to learn more about our unique partnership opportunities.
Presto – $25,000+
B/E Aerospace
Vivace – $10,000 – $24,999
Crystal & Company
Meridian Capital Group, Israel Schubert
The Itto A. Willits Charitable Foundation, BMO Private Bank
Owens-Illinois, Inc.
WLRN Radio
Allegro – $7,500 – $9,999
Northern Trust
Andante – $5,000 – $7,499
Il Circolo, The Italian American Cultural Society of the Palm Beaches
Adagio – $2,500 – $4,999
The Barron Group at UBS Financial
Kretzer Piano – Official Piano Sponsor
Tiffany & Co.
Wells Fargo Private Bank
Largo – Up to $2,499
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Publix Super Market Charities
Target Corporation
U.S. Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management
Virginia Philip Wine Shop & Academy
Presto – $25,000+
- Company name in program sponsor list (at specified level)
- Company name listed on Corporate Sponsor page on Palm Beach Opera website
- One invitation (for two) to Annual Donor Recognition Reception
- Full page black & white ad in program for one opera of your choice
- Two Opening Night tickets to one opera of your choice
- Complimentary Opening Night Dinner and Intermission Reception for two for one opera of your choice
- Corporate recognition in pre-performance curtain speech and supertitles for one opera of your choice
- Half page black & white ad in two other opera programs
- Two Saturday Night tickets with preferred seating to other two operas
Vivace – $10,000 – $24,999
- Company name in program sponsor list (at specified level)
- Company name listed on Corporate Sponsor page on Palm Beach Opera website
- One invitation (for two) to Annual Donor Recognition Reception
- Half page black & white ad in three opera programs
- Two Opening Night tickets to one opera of your choice
- Two Saturday Night tickets with preferred seating to other two operas
Allegro – $7,500 – $9,999
- Company name in program sponsor list (at specified level)
- Company name listed on Corporate Sponsor page on Palm Beach Opera website
- One invitation (for two) to Annual Donor Recognition Reception
- Quarter page black & white ad in three opera programs
- Two tickets to a Friday Opening Night or Saturday Night Performance
Andante – $5,000 – $7,499
- Company name in program sponsor list (at specified level)
- Company name listed on Corporate Sponsor page on Palm Beach Opera website
- One invitation (for two) to Annual Donor Recognition Reception
- Quarter page black & white ad in two opera programs
- One invitation (for two) to Annual Donor Recognition Reception
Adagio – $2,500 – $4,999
- Company name in program sponsor list (at specified level)
- Company name listed on Corporate Sponsor page on Palm Beach Opera website
- One invitation (for two) to Annual Donor Recognition Reception
Palm Beach Opera’s artistic achievements and wide range of community programming afford audiences a unique environment in which to experience all the glories of the art form. At the same time, high standards of live performance and the company’s future depend on building a substantial endowment.
To ensure the quality of this institution for successive generations each member of The Orpheus Legacy Society has made a major gift to Palm Beach Opera as a beneficiary in his or her estate plans. The faith and generous commitment of The Impresario Society members are reflected in all of Palm Beach Opera’s endeavors and will be for many years to come.
A charitable planned gift to Palm Beach Opera helps perpetuate the excellence which has been a hallmark of the company since its founding over 50 years ago.
If you have remembered Palm Beach Opera in your financial plans, please let us know of your gift so that we may acknowledge your generosity. If you are interested in including a gift in your overall plans, your attorney or financial advisor can help you.
Please call Lisa Huertas, Palm Beach Opera’s Director of Development, at 561.835.7558 or e-mail lhuertas@pbopera.org for further information.
The Palm Beach Opera Guild is made up of members who are dedicated to promoting awareness for opera, and the arts in our community. The board of directors of the Palm Beach Opera Guild meets monthly during the season to plan and implement fundraising events. Proceeds from the Guild’s Annual Luncheon and Cabaret Dinner Show support the Opera’s education and outreach programs.
February 6, 2013
3rd Annual Dinner and Cabaret Show
Colony Hotel, Palm Beach
Chair: Elizabeth Bowden and Co- Chair: Suzy Minkoff
Honorary Chairwomen: Clare Chasanoff and Arlette Gordon
By invitation.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
13th Annual Luncheon and Opera Interlude
The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach
Vicki Kellogg and Anneliese Langner, Chairs
Featuring performances by the Palm Beach Opera Young Artists and the duo piano team of Anderson & Roe.
For more information contact 561.835.7569 or guild@pbopera.org
Palm Beach Opera doesn’t just need monetary contributions, we need contributions of your time as well!
Palm Beach Opera offers diverse volunteer opportunities for students and adults including:
- helping at performances, dress rehearsals, social fundraisers, or educational programs
- helping with clerical projects like mailings and other office tasks
- assisting with backstage tours
To find out how you can share your talents as part of this group, please contact Ann Baskind at 561-835-7569 or email aebaskind@pbopera.org
Become a Palm Beach Opera Volunteer!
CLICK HERE for the Volunteer Information Form!
We want you to support Palm Beach Opera with full knowledge of our financial position. Every dollar you donate is spent in our community enriching our lives through the art of opera. Please find below links to our financial information and donor privacy policy.
IRS Form 990
2012 990
2011 990
Audited Financial Statements
2012 Financial Statements
2011 Financial Statements
Annual Reports
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