THANK YOU!
BIG ARTS is a vital part of Sanibel and Captiva and our islands’ quality of life. Bringing our community together through inspired gatherings, your support provides world class entertainment and community connection through the finest films, nationally recognized performing artists, new and engaging workshops and classes, extraordinary exhibits and our renowned FORUM and Talking Points lectures.
Ticket and registration fees just aren’t enough to sustain a world class fine and performing arts center like BIG ARTS and we depend on donors like you to help make up the difference. Your ongoing commitment to BIG ARTS makes it possible for us to continue to inspire, enrich and delight right here on our beautiful islands!
MANY WAYS TO GIVE
ANNUAL GIFT
Loyal annual donors are the backbone of BIG ARTS, allowing us to deliver on our mission to always inspire, enrich and delight while providing ongoing financial sustainability. Annual donors like you build a solid base of dependable yearly income, allowing us to keep a balanced budget while planning for the future.
SPONSORSHIPS
Whether a show, film or exhibit, your sponsorship offers an array of wonderful benefits and high visibility customized to your needs.
SPECIAL EVENTS
BIG ARTS special events are an incredible opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors and meet new people with the stunning backdrop of the BIG ARTS galleries and sculpture garden. The centerpiece of our season is our Annual Benefit which features a blockbuster entertainer, fine food and drinks and dancing in the Sculpture Garden.
PLANNED GIVING
Creating a legacy at BIG ARTS in perpetuity is a wonderful way for generations to come to recognize those that made a profound difference and to assure BIG ARTS sustainability and vitality.
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
Matching Gifts: Matching gifts help make your donation go further. Check with your current or former employer to see if they have a matching gift program that can double or triple your community impact.
Memorial or Tribute Gifts: Honor or remember a special person in your life with an honorarium or memorial gift.
Stocks, IRA and Donor-Advised Funds: Coupling fantastic tax advantages with your love of BIG ARTS! Please consult with your financial advisor or IRA administrator for more information.
We’re here to help you find the best way to support your community with a gift to BIG ARTS!
Contact Jessica Wisdom, Director of Development at jwisdom@bigarts.org or (239) 472-9700 ext. 308.
To contribute by mail: Make checks payable to BIG ARTS and send to
900 Dunlop Road
Sanibel, FL 33957
Or give in person at our Box Office.
Annual Donor Levels:
| Premier | $50,000+ |
| Pacesetter | $25,000-49,999 |
| Benefactor | $10,000-24,999 |
| Grand Patron Angel | $5,000-9,999 |
| Patron | $2,500-4,999 |
| Angel | $1,000-2,499 |
| Supporter | $500-999 |
| Contributor | $250-499 |
| Friend | $100-249 |