Support

Every gift to Sacramento Ballet keeps us dancing!

The mission of Sacramento Ballet is to broaden the human experience through dance. Unique among local arts organizations, Sacramento Ballet welcomes internationally renowned dancers and choreographers to live and create groundbreaking artistic works right here in our beautiful city, and serves as a representative of California’s thriving cultural scene on regional, national and international stages. We are honored to be part of what makes Greater Sacramento so great.

Sacramento Ballet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, funded by ticket sales and individual donations, as well as contributions from corporate, foundation, and government entities. This vital support enables the company to present unparalleled, world-class programming that inspires and uplifts, while expanding the reach of the artform through educational and outreach initiatives.

Dance by the numbers = your gift matters!

$275 provides a full month of ballet classes for a Level II scholarship student
$150 sends a family of four to Sacramento Ballet as part of our Free Public Event performances
$110 buys a pair of custom-made pointe shoes for our professional dancers
$75 pays for a pianist to accompany our Fall Prevention for Older Adults classes

Your gift does make a difference. Please make that difference today.

Questions or wish to discuss your contribution? Please contact Director of Development, Thomas McLaughlin at 916.552.5800 ext 202 or tmclaughlin@sacballet.org.

Sponsorship Opportunities

For more information about becoming a Sacramento Ballet sponsor, please contact info@sacballet.org.

Thank you to our sponsors and community partners.

Corporate Council

Partners ($50,000+)

Leaders ($30,000+)

Supporters ($10,000+)

Corporate Donors

Kitchell Corporation

For more information about becoming a Sacramento Ballet sponsor, please contact development@sacballet.org.

Donors

with gratitude

Sacramento Ballet thanks our donors for their ongoing and generous support. Your contributions keep us dancing through the season. Gifts received from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.

Underwriter’s Circle $50,000+

Dignity Health
Eagle Philanthropic Foundation
Ken Fry & Alyssa Paoletti Fry
Jim Hargrove
Western Health Advantage

Sponsor’s Circle $25,000-$49,999

California Walnut Commission
Matt Donaldson & Steve Kyriakis
Kaiser Permanente

Producer’s Circle $10,000-$24,999

Anonymous (2)
City of Sacramento Office of Arts and Culture
Pat Mikkelsen
Sacramento Region Community Foundation
Paul Schwartz
Wendy Stevens
Jan Thornburg

Director’s Circle $5,000-$9,999

Leigh Beaman
John & Lucy Boehm
Jean Hurst
Clara & James Jewell
Garry Maisel
Odyssey Landscape Company Inc
Ann Siprelle
Donald and Denise Timmons Fund of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation

Choreographer’s Circle $2,500-$4,999

Certified Pool Service
Terri Colosimo
Diede Construction
Griff Field
Gloriette Fong
Dr. Barbara Gardner & Dr. Donald Thornberry
Nancy J. Garton & W. Kent Palmerton
Mary Allison Goodman
René & Michael Halverson
Jennifer Hemmer
JEMS
John Grayson Johnson & Douglas Patton
Derek Kantar
Jennifer Sallee
Dr. Bob Slater and Mary Allan Slater
Shirlee Tully
Miriam Wells & Glen Wilson

Dancer’s Circle $1,000-$2,499

Anonymous (2)
Alex and Michelle Alvarado
Melva & Stephen Arditti
Dave Baskins
Paula Bauer
Judy Black
Linda Brandenburger
William Bronston, MD & Lisa Levering
Jim Burton
William & Roseanne Chamberlain
Lorayne & William Chen
Les & Peggy Chisholm
Robin A. Collins & Diane Abbey
David A Combies
Carole Cory & Jan Stevens
CustomInk LLC
Stuart Eldridge
James Fitzpatrick
The Frodahl Family Trust
Albert & Elaine Hellenthal
Zheyla & Rick Henriksen
Patricia Ingoglia
Barbara Jeffus
Teresa Kaneko
John & Gayle Killey
Leonardini, Despotes, Giannecchini, & Nims LLP
Dennis Mangers
Christina Manning
Dr. Jon B. Marshack & The Rev. Rik L. Rasmussen
Laura Mason-Smith & Dennis Smith
Frank & Elizabeth Meyer
Rachel Muoio
Henry Ogg
Brian & Madeline Olden
Adriana & Frank Paoletti
Paul and Frieda Maisel Fund of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation
William & Lisa Powers in honor of Anthony & Jill Krutzkamp
Chloë Quail & Chris Schmidt
James Queirolo
Raney Geotechnical, Inc.
Eric Ross & Karen Tarp
Pam Saltenberger
Kathleen Samsa
Dr. Elaine Silver-Melia
Sally V Slocum
Tina Marie Talamantes
vander Toolen Associates
Denise Verbeck
Sally Weiler
Martha Williams

Associate’s Circle $500-$999

Anonymous (3)
Christine Anagnos
Elizabeth & Thomas Atkins
David Bell & Katherine Newman
Brenda Betts
Sue and Douglas Blosl
Annette & Brad Braddon-Walker
Carol Brown
Christopher & Cynthia Cheney
Donna & Russ Clark
Esperanza Creighton
Joe DeCola & Jacquie Wynn
Delury Family Fund of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation
Deborah Franklin & Douglas Mitten
Rick Frey & Margaret Kane
Cheryl Fuller
Margaret Gabil
Maureen Geiger
Patricia Grafton
Gene & Karen Grijalva
John & Janis Hartranft
Greg Hoyt
Joanne Hughes
Amanda Johnson & James Muck
Dorothy Klishevich
Kristine Koster
Joan Krizman
Dennis Leary
Mayling Leong
Chuck & Mary McLean
John McMillan
Nancy McRae-Fisher
Sonya Miller
Eleanor & Jerry Mitchell
Anne Moore
Sharon Nittka
Tracey O’Reilly
Kathy Payne
Jeanne Reaves Consulting
Mary C Reed
Christine Rodriguez
Suzanne Rogers
Joanne & Stephen Samuels
Emily & Sage Smith
Sandra Smoley
Vu Ta
Catherine Turrill-Lupi & Alberto Lupi
Ann Kennedy
Steve Winlock
Karen Ziskind

Supporter’s Circle $250-$499

Anonymous
Marilyn Armbruster
Karen D. Benson
Betts Family
Chelsea Blake
Edward Callaway
Rosella & Bess Caswell
Burt Cohen
David & Linda Coward
Curtis Dair
Janet Eagan
Nancy J. Ennis
Susan Flynn & Marv Berman
Susan Forster
Melissa & Ed Gaudreau
Jeff & Debbie Gualco
Cynthia Gustafson
Rowena Hale
Kevin Hanks & Cindy Schneider
Linda Hansen
Christine Hawkins
Linda & Gerald Hayward
Diane Heinzer
Cheryl Hess
Bret Johnson
David & Kate Judson
Elizabeth Laverty & Kevin Williamson
Jim & Lillian MacLeod
Haley Mahoney
David & Joan Matsler
Toby McCartt
Lilliana Mendez-Soto
Robert Morgan
Geraldine Nicholson
Steven & Jane Orkand
Julie Owens
Dr. Ann Picker
Catherine Pike
Arlene Rose
Jeffrey J. Schwarzschild & Daniela Stoutenburg
Larry Stanfill
Stefanki Family
Christine Suarez-Murias
Vivian Velasquez
Lisa Waterman
Paula Wennesheimer
Ken & Julia Wilson
Dr. Diane H Wolfe

Contributor’s Circle $100-$249

Anonymous (12)
Meredith Abby
David & Margot Bach
Amy Barnett
Wendy Baty
Carol Blackman
Shane Boyd
Laurye Brownfield
Linda Burley
Christi Calpo
David Candey & Pamela Griggs
Zilan Chen
Michelle Collins
Lyn Crouch
Bob & Leslie Damon
Mary K Davis
Robin Davis
Anthony & Margaret Deriggi
Diller Family
Paul Dilley
Deborah Dittman
Kelly Dodge
Kathy Dona
Jay & Yajarayma Feldman
Greg & Thulie Fletcher
James and Sally Flynn
Ron & Tricia Fredman, Dedicated to Anthony & Jill Krutzkamp
Terri Friedman & Mark Urban
Kennalee Gable
Patricia Garcia
Kimberly Garza
Annastasia Griffin
Kari Hagen
Jack Hamilton
Stephen Hansen
Ann Marie Hargrove
Joseph Harris
Alexandra Hart
Rachel Hazlewood
Ann J. Hurd
Paul Jorjorian
Ann & Shabad Khalsa
William & Ann Kohl
Alexei Koseff
Ann & Chris Kronser
Dr. Karen Kurasaki
Cara Latham
Keithette Laughton
Bill & Mariellen Layne
Marni Leger
Kathleen Les
Genevieve Levy
Mark Lipson
Susan Lugo
Mary MacFarlane
Stephanie Majkut
Carol Marshall
Garth & Linda Martin
Linda & Forest Mathes
Charles H. McDonnell
Colleen McGee & Bret Yeargan
Jill and Scott Meesey
Khalid Merajee
Judy Mikacich & Sean McNatt
Lorraine Mizuno
Stephen Mock
Jeannette Money
Chris Munson
Dana Nakase
Robin & Alan Nichols
Ronald Nichols
Rebecca Norris
Carlagaye Olson
Estelle Opper
Nick Pabst
Janet Luton Perantoni
Steve & Vikki Pettyjohn
Catherine Pierini
Bill & Diana Proctor
Phillip and Margaret Puccinelli
Toni Rango
Daphne Rhoe
Irma Richardson
Alexis Roberts
Thomas Roth
Ann Rothschild
Robert & Nguyen Saari
Rita Saenz
Marian Sawyer
Diane Schertz
John & Marilyn Shirey
Lyle Silverthorn
Julia & Christopher Smith
Mr. Matthew D. Smith
Margaret Solie
Susanne Sommer
Sam Stefanki
Douglas Straub
David Takacs
Lorraine Marie Talbot
Linda Tochterman
Robert Tousignant
Heidi Truitt
Lynn Upchurch
Kathi Vermont in honor of Audrey
Judith Walker
Rita Walker
Lori & Sean Ward
Brad Warren
Chris Huber & S. B. Hadley Wilson
Cornelia Woodworth
Maria Workman
Jacquie Wynn
Brad Yates
Cameron Yee
Laura Yip
Dr. Melody Hou & Dr. Glenn Yiu
Susan Young

The above donor listing represents the information available at the time of print. If you find that you are listed incorrectly or we did not recognize you appropriately, we apologize and want to include you. Please contact our Director of Development Thomas McLaughlin at tmclaughlin@sacballet.org or 916-552-5800 ext 202

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The “Colonel” Fred Shadle Fund

For the Training of Pre-Professional Dancers in Sacramento Ballet Second Company

“Colonel” Fred Shadle was an ardent supporter of Sacramento Ballet for years. His kind demeanor and tireless volunteer efforts left a lasting impression on generations of dancers who were lucky enough to know him.

The Fred Shadle Fund provides financial support for the acquisition of repertory, guest teachers, workshops, and scholarships for pre-professional dancers in Sacramento Ballet Second Company who have evidenced exceptional ability, and have been specially selected for the program.

The Barbara Crockett Scholarship

The Barbara Crockett Scholarship at the School of Sacramento Ballet honors the enduring legacy of Barbara Crockett, who, alongside her husband Deane Crockett, founded Sacramento Ballet in 1954. Throughout her life, Barbara was a passionate advocate for the arts, dedicating herself to nurturing young dancers and instilling a love for ballet in countless children.

This scholarship is designed to continue her mission by providing financial assistance to students who demonstrate exceptional talent but lack the means to afford ballet classes. By supporting the Barbara Crockett Scholarship, you can help ensure that the next generation of dancers has the opportunity to pursue their dreams, regardless of their financial circumstances. Your donation will directly impact the lives of young artists, allowing them to access the high-quality training they need to reach their full potential.

A charitable bequest is simply a distribution from your estate to a charitable organization through your last will and testament. There are different kinds of bequests. For each, you must use very specific language to indicate the precise direction of your assets, and to successfully carry out your final wishes.

Types of Bequests and Language to Use

1. General Bequests

Legacies left to certain people or causes that come from the general value of the estate, and are made by designating a specific dollar amount, a particular asset or a fixed percentage of your estate to the cause of your choice.

General Bequest Language:

“I give, devise, and bequeath to The Sacramento Ballet Endowment/2420 N Street, Suite 100 Sacramento, CA 95816, the sum of $________ (or a description of the specific asset), for the benefit of The Sacramento Ballet Association and its general purposes.”

2. Residuary Bequests

Made when you intend to leave the residue portion of your assets after other terms of the will have been satisfied.

Residuary Bequest Language:

“All the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, both real and personal, I give to The Sacramento Ballet Endowment/2420 N Street, Suite 100 Sacramento, CA 95816, for its general purposes.”

3. Contingency Bequests

Allows you to leave a portion of your estate to a particular charity if your named beneficiary does not survive you.

Contingency Bequest Language:

“I devise and bequeath the residue of the property, real and personal and wherever situated, owned by me at my death, to (name of beneficiary), if (she/he) survives me. If (name of beneficiary) does not survive me, I devise and bequeath my residuary estate to The Sacramento Ballet Endowment/2420 N Street, Suite 100 Sacramento, CA 95816, for its general purposes.”

The Sacramento Ballet
2420 N Street, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95816

Registered non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
Tax ID #: 94-1674349 (also called the EIN)
Contact: info@sacballet.org

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Celebrating 70 Years of Artistic Excellence

Since 1954, the Sacramento Ballet has been a beacon of hope and inspiration, transforming dreams into reality and enriching our community with the timeless beauty of dance. As we look to the future, we invite you to join us in ensuring that Sacramento Ballet continues to inspire and captivate for another 70 years.

The Sacramento Ballet thrives on the generosity of patrons like you. To secure the longevity and growth of our beloved institution, we established the Sacramento Ballet Endowment (SBE), a self-sustaining fund designed to support our mission of enhancing the human experience through dance. Annually, 4% of the fund’s value is allocated directly to the Ballet, with any additional earnings reinvested to further enhance the fund’s market value. This strategic approach ensures that we not only preserve but also expand our artistic legacy.

Your contribution, no matter the size, plays a pivotal role in sustaining the magic of live dance performance for future generations. Donations to the endowment are exclusively dedicated to this cause, guaranteeing that every dollar fuels our artistic endeavors well into the future. With your help, we can raise the substantial support needed to keep Sacramento Ballet flourishing.

Are you ready to leave an indelible mark on the legacy of our city’s ballet and your own? We invite you to engage in a private discussion about your significant contribution or planned giving objectives, allowing us to tailor a plan that aligns with your philanthropic vision.

Your donations to our endowment are tax-deductible under our non-profit 501(c)(3) status, EIN#: 94-1674349. We would be honored to be part of your planned giving arrangements, and we offer resources to assist you with language for your estate planning.

For questions or to discuss your contribution, please contact our Director of Development at 916.732.3670.

Let’s unite in our passion for the arts and work together to secure a proud and enduring future for the Sacramento Ballet.

Please keep checking for updated information and ways to give. Information will be updated continually:

Planned Giving

Your legacy giving protects the longevity of Sacramento Ballet. We invite you to fund the future of ballet by including the Sacramento Ballet in your will or trust, or by adding the Sacramento Ballet as a beneficiary to your life insurance policy.

Making a Gift of Appreciated Stock to the Sacramento Ballet

Thank you for your interest in donating to the Sacramento Ballet via appreciated stocks, bonds, or other financial instruments. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Appreciated stock, bonds or other financial instruments:
Transfers of securities may be made to our account via our account:

Morgan Stanley
Attn: Mustafa Ahmadzai
1478 Stone Point Dr., Suite 500
Roseville, CA 95661

Please supply your broker with the following:

DTC#: 0015
Account Name: The Sacramento Ballet Association
Account Number: 171-074851
If you have any questions, please contact Mustafa Ahmadzai at (916)797-7791

Gift Card Tank

Enter in your unused/unwanted gift cards online and contribute that money to the Ballet!
Visit: https://secure.giftcardtank.org/sacballet

Any Other Questions

Please contact us at info@sacballet.org

Sacramento Ballet Receives many more requests for tickets than we are able to provide. We do our best to be fair and equitable when determining which organization receives tickets.

Please be sure to request tickets at least 2 months before your event. If you do not hear back from us, please know it is because we are busy and not able to fill your request.

When we are able to give tickets to an organization it will be 2 – 4 tickets depending on availability and show.

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