DONATION CAMPAIGNS
The Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Our donors and community partners make it possible for The Mabel Tainter to offer performing and visual arts programming to Menomonie, Dunn County, and the surrounding communities.
All members will be able to purchase tickets in advance of the public sale.
Corporate Sponsors are welcome to donate through this page. Your recognition may be customized to meet your specific needs.
Season Title Sponsor - $10,000
• Title of season sponsor.
• Prominent season sponsor recognition and company logo on website homepage, individual show mailings, email blasts, programs, posters, and front of tickets.
• Pre-performance acknowledgment at each weekend performance.
• Prominent signage in the lobby of the theater, The Mabel Bar in lower level, pre-show projection, and on TVs throughout theater.
• Opportunity to display organization’s marketing materials throughout building.
• Ability to host event at Mabel with your organization free of charge.
• Complimentary tickets and drink vouchers available.
Community Sponsor - $5,000
• Prominent sponsor recognition and company logo on website, email blasts, programs, and posters.
• Prominent signage in the lobby of the theater, The Mabel Bar in lower level, and on TVs throughout theater.
• Opportunity to display organization’s marketing materials throughout building.
• Complimentary tickets and drink vouchers available.
Corporate Sponsor - $2500
• Sponsor recognition and company logo on website, email blasts, and programs.
• Signage in the lobby of the theater.
• Opportunity to display organization’s marketing materials throughout building.
• Complimentary tickets available.
Show sponsor - $1,000
• Company logo included on show specific webpage, special insert included in program, and logo projected on screen for selected performance.
• Opportunity to table event to represent organization.
• Complimentary tickets available.
Individual Sponsors
Executive Producer $2,500 ($209/month)
• Four complimentary tickets to Night at the Mabel
• One complimentary movie night for up to 25 guests, or one Billiard Room rental
• Plus benefits listed below
Benefactor $1000 ($84/month)
• Seat plaque with name of donor placed on one of our Mabel balcony seats
• Plus benefits listed below
Director $500 ($42/month)
• Select pre-show/post-show receptions and Meet & Greet opportunities
• Plus benefits listed below
Associate $250 ($21/month)
• Individual Mabel Tshirt
• 10% Discount on space rental
• Plus benefits listed below
Patron $100 ($9/month)
• Recognition in the season playbill
• Select Spirit Room and Gift Shop Discounts
• Plus benefits listed below
Contributor $50 ($5/month)
• Advanced ticket purchase opportunities
• Inclusion in newsletter and member exclusive updates
$25 in 2025 Fundraising Campaign
Help make 2025 Our Biggest Year Yet!
Your gift to our $25 in '25 campaign will help us accomplish some big goals for The Mabel Tainter both this year and for years to come. Your can help ensure that The Mabel Tainter Theater, a magnificent historic landmark, continues to thrive and connect our community to the arts.
Why Your Support Matters
Every day, it costs $1,200 just to keep the lights on and our doors open. Your donation is crucial not only to cover these daily expenses but also to:
Maintain Our Historic Building: Your support ensures that this architectural gem remains a vibrant part of our community.
Restore Treasured Art and Architecture: Help complete the funding for restoration projects like the Bertha and Andrew Tainter Memorial Stained Glass Windows. We’ve raised more than 50% of the funds needed to restore these historic Tiffany windows; your contribution can help us raise the rest and complete their refurbishment.
Strengthen Our Future: Contribute to our endowment fund to secure the future of our theater, ensuring it continues to serve as a hub for arts and culture for generations to come. Gifts to our Endowment Fund will generate support for the Theater forever.
How You Can Make a Difference
A one-time gift of $25 or more can help us meet these critical needs. Every dollar contributes to keeping our theater’s historic spirit alive and accessible to all.
If you give $100 or more: In gratitude for your generous support, you will receive a custom Mabel Tainter framed art piece as a commemorative thank you gift.