Donate
Our vision is ambitious.
Your donation will help us get there.
- $5,000聽will subsidize BorderLight's community engagement initiatives, including free tickets offered to Cleveland residents with limited means.
- $3,500 will support free public performances on Playhouse Sqaure Plaza.
- $1,000 will offset freight for a touring international company traveling to Cleveland.
- $500 will support one ASL (American Sign Language) interpreted performance.
- $250 will help us hire a stage manager or board operator for a Fringe show.
- $100聽will provide subsidized housing for (2) out-of-town Fringe Festival artists for a night.
Large-scale performing arts festivals are some of the most celebrated community events鈥攁nd largest economic drivers鈥攊n the world. BorderLight promises to bring the vibrancy of an international performing arts festival to downtown Cleveland鈥攁nd shine a spotlight on our city's abundant arts and culture community and our rich cultural assets.
Together, we share the capacity, ability, and desire to assert Cleveland鈥檚 stature as a world-class city of artistic innovation. We hope you will join us in this effort.
With thanks and appreciation,
The BorderLight Staff and Board
Explore the Benefits of Supporting BorderLight Theatre Festival
We invite you to discover the exclusive benefits that come with support for our organization. Each tier offers unique perks designed to enhance your experience and showcase our gratitude. Scroll down to see the different donation tiers and the corresponding benefits.
Together, we share the capacity, ability, and desire to assert Cleveland鈥檚 stature as a world-class city of artistic innovation. We hope you will join us in this effort.
Ready to make a donation? Click the link below.
Donate Stock to BorderLight聽
Click the link below to discover the financial advantages of contributing stock assets and learn about the simple steps to make your donation. Your support helps us continue our mission and ensures a vibrant future for the arts.
Consider Donating Your Gently Used Device
If you have an older iPad that is no longer needed, please consider donating it to BorderLight Theatre Festival! We use iPads for voting and audience surveys and each donated device will help us save on rental fees. Share your contact information through this form and we will be in touch.
Donor Advised Funds
As a qualifying charitable organization, BorderLight welcomes donations via your donor-advised fund.聽 Many donors find this to be a great way to donate to their favorite charities. Speak to your financial advisor and learn the many benefits of supporting a nonprofit like ours through a Donor-Advised Fund.
Corporate Matching
Maximize Your Impact with Matching Gifts from Your Employer!聽
Did you know that many employers offer matching gift programs to support charitable donations made by their employees? You can double or even triple your contribution to BorderLight Theatre Festival by taking advantage of your employer's matching gift program.
How It Works:
1. Check Your Eligibility: Ask your employer if they offer a matching gift program.
2. Submit Your Matching Gift Request: If your company particpiates, request a matching gift from your employer and follow their istructions to submit it along with your donation to BorderLight Theatre Festival. Your employer's matching gift form may require our tax exempt number.
3. Watch Your Donation Multiply: Once your employer processes your matching gift request, your contribution will be matched according to their guidelines, effectively increasing your impact.
Why Matching Gifts Matter:
Matching gifts are an easy way to make your donation go further, allowing you to maximize your support for BorderLight Theatre Festival without any additional cost to you.
Don't miss this opportunity to double your impact! Check if your employer offers a matching gift program today.
You Make BorderLight Happen
Interested in a higher level of involvement through your company or organization? BorderLight Theatre Festival sponsorships opportunities are available.
To discuss benefits and other donation opportunities please contact Dale Heinen at dale@borderlightcle.org.聽
BorderLight is also able to receive gifts of stocks, bonds, other securities or real estate. Contact your financial advisor for more information.
The BorderLight Festival is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to presenting innovative theatre that inspires, builds cross-cultural understanding and celebrates the diversity of the human experience.聽
