Give to Colorado Ballet
Colorado Ballet's ability to successfully realize our goal of bringing exceptional dance and arts programming to the community relies heavily on our family of supporters. What many people don't know is that ticket revenues cover only 65% of Colorado Ballet's expenses. The Ballet depends on the generosity of donors like you!
You can help Colorado Ballet continue to produce its outstanding performances and programs by making a donation today. No donation is too small! Additionally, those who donate $100 and above become members of Colorado Ballet's "Friends of Colorado Ballet." This exclusive program provides its members with exciting discounts and benefits associated with performances, parties, events and more.
Did You Know...
- A pair of pointe shoes costs $60-$100 and can last as little as one performance.
- A well-made classical beaded tutu is built to last up to 30 years, and can cost up to $4,000. (Colorado Ballet makes approximately five new tutus each year.)
- Colorado Ballet often rents scenery and costumes from other ballet companies for its productions. This costs the Company between $30,000 - $100,000 and includes insurance, shipping, cleaning and design royalties.
Make a Donation!
Click on the DONATE NOW button to make a donations to Colorado Ballet. GivingFirst.org is a Denver-based nonprofit. As part of their mission to encourage philanthropy in our communities, the Foundation pays credit card processing fees on donations made through GivingFirst.org. You can rest assure that all donations made through GivingFirst.org will go directly to Colorado Ballet.
Contact Information:
If you prefer to mail a check, please make checks payable to Colorado Ballet and send to:
Colorado Ballet
Attn: Lynn Dolven
1278 Lincoln Street Denver, CO 80203
If you have any questions or are interested in giving at the $5,000 level or above, please contact Lynn Dolven in the Development Department at 303-339-1629 or lynndolven@coloradoballet.org.
Tax Information:
Following IRS guidelines, contributors to Colorado Ballet may list a tax-deduction for the amount of their contribution, less the fair market value of benefits received. If you wish to have your gift fully tax-deductible, please call Tiffany Grady in the Development Department at 303.339.1722.
Enterprise Zone Tax Credit:
Receive 25 % state tax credit for donations made to Colorado Ballet!
As a result of Colorado Ballets significant contribution to the community, the city of Denver has designated the Ballet an Enterprise Zone organization. Consequently, you will receive a 25 percent state tax credit for all cash contributions of $600 or above, or a 12.5 % state tax credit for gifts of stock or in-kind contributions.
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