Established to commemorate the Company’s founder, the E. Virginia Williams Society recognizes Boston Ballet’s most generous patrons for their philanthropic leadership and commitment to the Ballet’s mission and programs. Members represent the Company’s most engaged and dedicated patrons, each year supporting a variety of fundraising initiatives – from donations to the Annual Fund in support of seasonal operating costs, to sponsorship of signature events, to special gifts towards capital projects. Regardless of how you choose to support Boston Ballet each year, your leadership at this leadership level makes a profound impact.
Boston Ballet is proud to recognize E. Virginia Williams Society patrons for their total annual commitment to its mission and programs with privileges that include individually tailored recognition opportunities, invitations to intimate events with dancers and artists, the highest level of customer service and ticketing assistance, and unparalleled access to the most integral aspects of institutional planning.
To make a gift to join the E. Virginia Williams Society, please contact the Mary Lyons at 617.456.6292 with any questions you may have.
With total annual contributions of $25,000 or more to Boston Ballet, E. Virginia Williams Society members receive the following benefits and privileges:
- Recognition of your total annual contributions to Boston Ballet through name association with an artistic, education, or outreach program or initiative of your choice. Naming opportunities and corresponding giving levels are published annually for the consideration and convenience of E. Virginia Williams Society members
- Inclusion of your name in a patron listing displayed in The Boston Opera House during performance runs, honoring your annual leadership support of Boston Ballet as member of the E. Virginia Williams Society
- Invitation to the annual E. Virginia Williams Society evening co-hosted by the Artistic Director and Executive Director, featuring an exclusive preview of upcoming productions, artistic initiatives and Company promotions
- Invitations to special events hosted exclusively for E. Virginia Williams Society patrons
- Opportunity to host a private event at one of Boston Ballet’s studio locations or at The Boston Opera House during the run of one of Boston Ballet’s season productions, subject to availability and upon request (please note, event production and catering is at the discretion of and at cost to the host)
- Highest priority for subscription orders, ticket purchases, and ticket exchanges
Additional benefits and recognition opportunities are offered at each E. Virginia Williams Society giving level
GIVING LEVELS
At any of the following levels, you may choose to decline benefits to receive a greater tax deduction
Artistic Director’s Circle (total annual gifts of $25,000 - $49,999)
(Non-deductible base amount $600 per year; please note, additional benefits received through gifts associated with event sponsorship will increase the non-deductible portion of the gift)
All benefits listed above
Chairman’s Circle (total annual gifts of $50,000 - $99,999)
(Non-deductible base amount $600 per year; please note, additional benefits received through gifts associated with event sponsorship will increase the non-deductible portion of the gift)
All benefits of preceding giving levels, plus:
- Invitations to select closed studio rehearsal viewings, including working sessions with dancers, choreographers and stagers
- Opportunity to host a private event with special appearances by Boston Ballet Company dancers and artists in your home or at a private venue of your choice, subject to availability and upon request (please note, event production and catering is at the discretion of and at cost to the host)
- Invitations to briefings on artistic and institutional planning with members of Boston Ballet’s Executive and Senior Artistic Staff
Founder’s Circle (total annual gifts of $100,000 - $249,999)
(Non-deductible base amount $600 per year; please note, additional benefits received through gifts associated with event sponsorship will increase the non-deductible portion of the gift)
All benefits of preceding giving levels, plus:
- Dedication of a performance in your honor, including recognition in The Boston Opera House and program casting page
- Opportunity to host a performance featuring Company dancers in your home or at a private venue of your choice, subject to availability and upon request (please note, event production and catering is at the discretion of and at cost to the host)
Premiere Circle (total annual gifts of $250,000 +)
(Non-deductible base amount $675 per year; please note, additional benefits received through gifts associated with event sponsorship will increase the non-deductible portion of the gift)
All benefits of preceding giving levels, plus
- Induction into Boston Ballet’s 1963 Society, named for Boston Ballet’s founding year and recognizing cumulative lifetime gifts of $250,000 or more, including invitations for you and guests of your choice to attend the annual 1963 Society evening and the inscription of your name in the 1963 Society plaque in the grand lobby of Boston Ballet Studios
- Additional recognition opportunities and privileges will be tailored to suit your personal interests
SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP
Boston Ballet recognizes E. Virginia Williams Society members for a total annual commitment of $25,000 or more, including gifts made towards the sponsorship of the Company’s annual signature fundraising events. From the one-night-only Night of Stars performance that begins the season each fall, to the holiday Nutcracker Magic evening benefiting the Share the Magic program, to the glittering society event of the year, the Boston Ballet Ball, your leadership support of these events contributes to the Company’s annual fundraising need and to the level at which you will be recognized through the E. Virginia Williams Society.
Learn more about Boston Ballet’s Special Events or contact the Development Office at 617.456.6246
