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Your Impact
Milwaukee Ballet proud of our commitment to growth and excellence in all aspects of dance. In equal measure, we are filled with gratitude for the generous support of our many donors and partners, without whom our work and its impact would impossible.
Through program support, you can uplift the areas that matter most to you. Learn more about each below, and if you are moved to designate a gift to anywhere in particular, you may select the corresponding option under a dropdown menu found at the link below.
General Operations
A contribution to Milwaukee Ballet’s General Operations supports the very heart of our organization. These unrestricted gifts provide the vital resources necessary to sustain every aspect of our work, from world-class performances on stage to the talented artists, designers, and technicians who bring each production to life. Your support ensures that Milwaukee Ballet can continue to deliver exceptional artistry, innovation, and community impact year after year!
School & Academy
Gifts to Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy (MBSA) help cultivate the next generation of dancers and arts leaders. As one of the premier ballet training institutions in the nation, and as the only ballet school accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance in the Midwest, MBSA provides rigorous high-quality instruction that nurtures discipline, creativity, and confidence in students of all ages.
Donor support allows us to offer scholarships, maintain outstanding facilities, and recruit exceptional faculty who guide each student on their journey toward excellence.
Community Engagement
Milwaukee Ballet’s Community Engagement programs embody our commitment to making the transformative power of dance accessible to everyone. Each year, we bring meaningful arts experiences to schools, libraries, and community spaces across the region, serving tens of thousands of children and families, many of whom might not otherwise have access to the performing arts. Your gift helps us remove barriers, foster inclusion, and use the language of movement to inspire connection and joy.
Live Music
Live music greatly enhances Milwaukee Ballet’s work on stage and in the studio. As one of only a few ballet companies in the nation to perform with our own full orchestra, we offer audiences the powerful experience of dancers and musicians sharing the stage in real time. Beyond the theater, live piano accompaniment enhances upper levelballet classes in our School & Academy and professional Company, inspiring dancers and elevating their artistry each day. Support for Live Music helps sustain this collaboration between movement and sound, ensuring that the beauty and vitality of live performance remain defining elements of Milwaukee Ballet.
Legacy Fund
A gift to Milwaukee Ballet’s Legacy Fund represents an enduring investment in the future of our organization. As our endowment, the Legacy Fund provides long-term financial stability and growth, ensuring that our commitment to artistic excellence, education, and community engagement continues for generations to come. Contributions to the Legacy Fund safeguard the future of Milwaukee Ballet and the art form we cherish.
Opportunity Fund
The Opportunity Fund fuels the creative spirit that defines Milwaukee Ballet. Support for this fund allows us to commission new works, collaborating with innovative choreographers and presenting bold artistic visions that expand the boundaries of ballet. Your generosity helps bring fresh perspectives to the stage, provides opportunities for artistic growth, and ensures that Milwaukee Ballet remains a leader in shaping the future of dance.