DONATION CAMPAIGNS
AnnualFund
This donation form can be used to support MET with a general donation to be used where it is needed most! Whether that is in producing a new original work, supporting artist pay, educating our community's youth, providing professional development, adding patron accessibility measures, or anything at all that is needed to inspire passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer.
MET Fund
Your support makes MET thrive! We truly could not undertake the scope of our work without arts enthusiasts like you. Did you know that ticket sales cover only 40% of the expense in creating great theatre? Supporting MET is easy and all contributions are tax deductible.
We will send you our deepest thanks with a tax receipt for your records.
MET Fund Recurring Donation
Tom and Marg Mills Fund for MET Education Programs
MET’s Ensemble School and FunCamp are committed to serving our community and our students, regardless of their ability to pay. Limited funds are provided by MET and our generous patrons. Scholarships cover 25%-100% of class costs for selected recipients. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need as funds are available. To be considered, applications must be received no later than 3 weeks prior to the start of classes.
Application for the MET’s Ensemble School or FunCamp Scholarship are available to families whose annual gross income is at or below 75% of the median income of Frederick County, MD as defined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):
• Families who fall under 50% of the median income are eligible for scholarships that cover 100% of class costs.
• Families who fall between 50%-80% of the median income are eligible for scholarships that cover 25%-75% of class costs.
Please donate to support MET's students!
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Support MET this holiday season with an end of year donation!
A note about recurring donations:
Your gift can keep giving throughout the year by selecting a monthly or quarterly donation frequency. Do you give annually? That's an option, too! Planned giving helps you stick to your budget and timeline of giving, and it helps us, too as we are planning our budget. Adjust your donation anytime by calling the box office or updating it in your account.
MainStage Show Sponsorship
Welcome to the 2023-2024 (26th) season of our MainStage productions! Would you or your company like to sponsor a specific show?
Your sponsorship helps MET produce quality theatre experiences for our community and visitors that inspires passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible shows and programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer.
MainStage SHOWS AVAILABLE FOR SPONSORSHIP:
Angels in America Part II: Perestroika (September 29 - October 28)
Inebriated Holiday (December 1 - 23)
Intimate Apparel (February 9 - March 9)
Squirrels (March 29 - April 27)
Head Over Heels (May 31 - June 22)
FORM INSTRUCTIONS:
To become a show sponsor, please complete this form and submit your payment.
In the "Notes" field, please indicate which show you will sponsor.
The "Recognition Name" field, is the place where you can type in the person/ people or company that you would like MET to recognize as the sponsor. This is exactly how it will appear on our communications materials.
If we are recognizing your company, then please submit a high res logo file and your ad to Genè Fouche at gfouche@marylandsensemble.org for inclusion in our communications.
If you prefer to pay via check, please contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org to request a printable sponsorship pledge form.
QUESTIONS:
Contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org
FUN Co. Show Sponsorship
Welcome to the 2023-2024 season! Would you or your company like to sponsor a specific show in our FUN Company (theatre for young audiences) series?
Your sponsorship helps MET produce quality theatre experiences for our community and visitors that inspires passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible shows and programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer.
FUN Co. SHOWS AVAILABLE FOR SPONSORSHIP:
Dragons Love Tacos (September 23 - October 15)
My Father The Elf (November 25 - December 17)
Elephant & Piggie: We're in a Play (February 24 - March 17)
The Borrowers (April 20 - May 12)
FORM INSTRUCTIONS:
To become a show sponsor, please complete this form and submit your payment.
In the "Notes" field, please indicate which show you will sponsor.
The "Recognition Name" field, is the place where you can type in the person/ people or company that you would like MET to recognize as the sponsor. This is exactly how it will appear on our communications materials.
If we are recognizing your company, then please submit a high res logo file and your ad to Genè Fouche at gfouche@marylandsensemble.org for inclusion in our communications.
If you prefer to pay via check, please contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org to request a printable sponsorship pledge form.
QUESTIONS:
Contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org
MayDay of Giving
Mayday, Mayday, Mayday! Maryland Ensemble Theatre needs your support!
Local nonprofits shine, especially in these past few years. From food banks to youth workshops to animal shelters, we've seen the power of nonprofits to serve our community, create solutions, change lives, and nurture hope. Now, during Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s MayDay of Giving, let’s rally around MET to support the performing arts in our community!
On Thursday, May 4, join us and help others by making a gift to Maryland Ensemble Theatre. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference, and has the chance to help MET provide show reduced cost show tickets to those in our community operating below the ALICE survival budget threshold, produce shows for everyone in our community to benefit from, and provide in school arts residencies for FCPS elementary school students.
Take action. Make a gift to Maryland Ensemble Theatre!
Choose an gift frequency option that fits your budget and longer term giving goals.
Comedy Night Show Sponsorship
Welcome to the 2023-2024 season! Would you or your company like to sponsor a specific show in our Comedy Night series?
Your sponsorship helps MET produce quality theatre experiences for our community and visitors that inspires passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible shows and programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer.
Comedy Night SHOWS AVAILABLE FOR SPONSORSHIP:
Comedy Extravaganza (September 1 & 2)
The Comedy Pigs Season Opener (October 6 & 7)
Whosebumps (October 27)
Yes And (October 13, February 23, March 8, May 10)
Student Grad Show (December 8)
Oh, Crit! (Once per month September - May)
Hallmark Inspired Shows (December, February, May)
Stand Up Open Mic Night (March 29)
The Comedy Pigs Season Closer (May 3 & 4)
FORM INSTRUCTIONS:
To become a show sponsor, please complete this form and submit your payment.
In the "Notes" field, please indicate which show you will sponsor.
The "Recognition Name" field, is the place where you can type in the person/ people or company that you would like MET to recognize as the sponsor. This is exactly how it will appear on our communications materials.
If we are recognizing your company, then please submit a high res logo file and your ad to Genè Fouche at gfouche@marylandsensemble.org for inclusion in our communications.
If you prefer to pay via check, please contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org to request a printable sponsorship pledge form.
QUESTIONS:
Contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org
Season Sponsorship
Welcome to the 2023-2024 season! Would you or your company like to sponsor our season?
Your sponsorship helps MET produce quality theatre experiences for our community and visitors that inspires passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible shows and programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer. Sponsorships directly impact the show quality and help MET cover the production costs. We legitimately would not be able to do this without you!
SEASON SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
$6,000 MainStage
$4,000 FUN Co.
$3,000 Comedy
FORM INSTRUCTIONS:
To become a show sponsor, please complete this form and submit your payment.
In the "Notes" field, please indicate which show you will sponsor.
The "Recognition Name" field, is the place where you can type in the person/ people or company that you would like MET to recognize as the sponsor. This is exactly how it will appear on our communications materials.
If we are recognizing your company, then please submit a high res logo file and your ad to Genè Fouche at gfouche@marylandsensemble.org for inclusion in our communications.
If you prefer to pay via check, please contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org to request a printable sponsorship pledge form.
QUESTIONS:
Contact Andrea Baker, Development & Community Outreach Manager at abaker@marylandensemble.org
MET Trifecta Sponsorships
MainStage
Sponsor before Thanksgiving and get additional mentions at all Comedy Night shows!!!
$2000:
• 15 Curtain Speech mentions as
“show sponsor”
• 3 Social Media shout-outs
• Logo Included in 6+ email blasts
• Full slide on our lobby display
• Logo on concessions display
• 4 tickets to the show
• Invite and “thank you” at Opening Night reception
REACH: 156,775+
$1000:
• 15 Mentions in Curtain Speech with others
• 1 Social Media shout-outs
• Small logo ncluded in 6+ email blasts
• 1/2 slide on our lobby display
• Small Logo on concessions display
• 2 tickets to the show
• Invite to Opening Night reception
REACH: 94,225+
$500:
• 15 Mentions in Curtain Speech with others
• Name mentioned in 3+ email blasts
• Mention on our lobby display
• 2 tickets to the show
• Invite to Opening Night reception
REACH: 33,000+
FUN Co.
$1000:
• 12 Mentions in Curtain Speech
• 2 Social Media shout-outs
• Logo included in 6+ email blasts
• 1/2 slide on our lobby display
• 2 tickets to the show
REACH: 90,600+
Need help? Call/ email Andrea Baker at abaker@marylandensemble.org or 301-694-4744;702
2023 Season of Giving Campaign at A Christmas Carol
Thank you so much for coming to see Maryland Ensemble Theatre's FUN Co. production of A Christmas Carol!
When you donate you are supporting both MET and the community partner organization that you see on stage at the start of the performance. MET will split all of the donations 50/50 with the community partner organization present at each performance. Donations will use the donations where ever they are most need with their given organization. Thank you for donating!!!!
Funds given during the Friday, December 15th at 7:30PM performance will support The Frederick Center and MET.
The Frederick Center exists to support and advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people and our families so we thrive, accepted and affirmed, in the broader Frederick community.
Funds given during the Saturday, December 16th at 2PM performance will support City Youth Matrix and MET.
City Youth Matrix connects youth with enrichment opportunities so they may achieve their full potential in life.
Funds given during the Saturday, December 17th at 7:30PM performance will support AARCH Society and MET.
(African American Cultural & Heritage Society)
The AARCH Society identifies, collects, preserves, and makes publicly accessible through our programs and services the objects, artifacts, and stories about the history, rich heritage and culture and the contributions of African Americans in Frederick County past and present and in doing so educates, enriches and enlightens this and future generations.
Funds given during the Sunday, December 18th at 2PM performance will support
the Love for Lochlin Foundation and MET.
The Love for Lochlin Foundation Inc.'s mission is to prevent, educate, and drive awareness to the deadly impacts of the Flu and Sepsis in Frederick County Maryland. They work tirelessly so that no more lives are lost to Flu or SEPSIS due to the lack of access to resources in our community.
MET's Mission:
We are a professional, collaborative theatre ensemble broadly connected to our community by inspiring passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer.
All of these organizations are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization serving community members right here in Frederick County. MET is a proud partner of each of these organizations. Should you have any questions please contact MET Development & Community Outreach Manager Andrea Baker at abaker@marylandensemble.org or 301-694-4744 x 702.
Leonard Diggs Fund (Improv 101)
In memory of Leonard Diggs, your donation will support future students in need of a scholarship to participate in Maryland Ensemble Theatre's Ensemble School Improv 101 class.
#GivingTuesday 2023
MET inspires passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer through performance and arts education. On this #GivingTuesday, join people around the globe giving to support causes and nonprofits that care for their community. Consider taking your gift sustainable for the longterm by selecting a monthly, quarterly, or annual contribution donation frequency in the form.
Thank you for making performance art accessible to our community by supporting MET!
Retro Prom Sponsorships
Retro Prom is Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s annual fundraiser party where 330+ guests dine and dance the night away. Inspired by decades of fabulous Prom attire, Retro Prom encourages guests to dress their best for Prom of any time period - this year’s special vibe is the 80s. All funds support MET’s mission to bring laughter, drama, arts education, and entertainment to Frederick. Cheers to that!! This is a 21+ event, and is perfectly set for throwback Prom vibes at the William Talley Recreation Center Gym in Downtown Frederick. Your sponsorship will have an immediate impact on our fundraising goals as it underwrites the cost of bringing this event to the Frederick Community.
Retro Prom audience demographics for you to consider:
---attendees’ age range is 21+ and the majority of attendees are over 40
---above average incomes
---attend live performance events and eat out multiple times monthly
To take full advantage of your sponsorship benefits, please secure your sponsorship by Friday, February 16, 2024. Credit, debit, or checks payable to Maryland Ensemble Theatre are accepted as payment. Checks should be mailed to: Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., #L6, Frederick, MD 21701. Sponsorship letters will be received for tax purposes by April 30, 2024.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s Mission
We are a professional, collaborative theatre ensemble broadly connected to our community by inspiring passion for the arts with courageous, relevant, accessible programs that enable people to feel more, think deeper, and laugh longer.
About Maryland Ensemble Theatre
MET is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN #52-1964330), incorporated in 1997 – celebrating its 26th MainStage season. MET is Frederick’s only ensemble theatre company and producing theatre company in the downtown Arts & Entertainment District. Recent productions include Angels in America Parts One & Two, A Christmas Carol, Dragons Love Tacos, Inebriated Holiday, and Comedy Extravaganza, and Musical Cabaret Bingo.
Performances, Education, and Accessibility
The goal of MET performances is to enlighten, engage, and entertain audiences while keeping ticket pricing reasonable so that more people can enjoy professional theatre right here in Frederick. Our performances and education programs enhance the cultural and educational experiences of children, adults, and seniors providing a better quality of life. Annually, we reach about 20,000 community members through performance art-based classes, camps, performances, and in-school theatre arts residencies.
To make theatre more accessible for our community members and visitors to Frederick, MET launched the Pay What You Will Ticket Initiative in the Fall 2022, which ensures that the performing arts is accessible to community members who may not otherwise afford a full price ticket. A set quantity of tickets are available starting at $5 for each show, and we offer student, veteran, and senior ticket rates. MET offers ASL interpreted performances and audio description services for each MainStage show run to support our deaf/hard of hearing and blind/ low vision patrons.