SPONSORSHIPS

SUPPORT EISENHOWER DANCE DETROIT

There are a variety of ways for individuals, small businesses, and corporations to support Eisenhower Dance Detroit, all critical to the company’s success. From the studio to the stage, EDD’s accomplishments would not be possible without the support of our patrons and friends. Your financial investment and/or gift of volunteer time allow us to build on our reputation as the region’s premier contemporary dance company. For further information about volunteer opportunities and financial contributions, please contact Lindsay Chirio-Humenay, Assistant Executive Director.

EISENHOWER DANCE DETROIT SEASON SPONSOR: $10,000 and up

Corporations, foundations, and private individuals providing contributions to EDD in this giving range will have a major presence in every correspondence with patrons, on all print and digital marketing and promotional pieces including social media, and at every EDD event. This sponsorship includes a customizable sponsorship package created especially for this giving level including tickets to each performance with preferential seating, invitations to pre- and post-performance receptions, and our annual Gala. Other benefits:

  • Logo and listing as a Lead Sponsor on all print, digital, and social media promotional materials

  • Thank you and mention from stage prior to performances and/or educational outreach activities

  • Full page ad in each Metro Series concert’s digital program

  • Recognition by video presentation at each Metro Series concert

  • Prominent display on the Eisenhower Dance Detroit website donor wall with link to sponsoring company’s website (if applicable)

  • Signage at each Metro Series concert

  • Souvenir Eisenhower Dance Detroit coffee table book

METRO SERIES PERFORMANCE SPONSORS

“ONCE/HERE/BEYOND” METRO SERIES PERFORMANCE GOLD SPONSOR: $5,000

EDD concert sponsors provide a means for the company to share the art of contemporary dance throughout locations in metropolitan Detroit. For our 35th Anniversary Season, these locations include “Once” at Oakland University’s Varner Recital Hall, “Here” at the Schaap Center for the Performing Arts, and “Beyond” at the Detroit Institute of Arts Film Theatre. Sponsors receive:

  • Logo displayed on all event promotional materials - print, digital, and social media

  • Lobby signage at performance venue

  • Thank you and mention from stage prior to performance

  • 10 tickets in priority seating

  • 10 tickets to afterglow celebration

  • Backstage tour and an opportunity to meet dancers

  • Logo and link to your company on Eisenhower Dance Detroit website

  • Souvenir Eisenhower Dance Detroit coffee table book

“ONCE/HERE/BEYOND” METRO SERIES PERFORMANCE SILVER SPONSOR: $2,500

Sponsors receive:

  • Thank you and mention from stage prior to performance

  • 5 tickets in priority seating

  • 5 tickets to afterglow celebration

  • Backstage tour and an opportunity to meet dancers

  • Logo and link to your company on Eisenhower Dance Detroit website

  • Souvenir Eisenhower Dance Detroit coffee table book

COMMISSION A NEW WORK: $5,000

As a repertory ensemble, EDD brings in choreographers from across the country to set their work on the company. Commissioning a new work provides the company with the means to broaden its artistic range and present work by a variety of voices. Sponsors receive:

  • Listing in digital program notes as commissioning sponsor for all performances of the work.

  • Onstage announcement as commissioning sponsor at each performance of the work.

  • 10 tickets in priority seating at the local premiere of the new work

  • 10 tickets to Afterglow celebration

  • Private chat with the Artistic Director about the creative process involved in developing the new dance

  • Souvenir Eisenhower Dance Detroit coffee table book

  • Invitation to Open Rehearsal at the Maggie Allesee Studios for Dance and Arts Innovation

DANCER SPONSOR: $2,000

When you sponsor an EDD company dancer or apprentice, you're doing more than supporting the arts — you're fueling a powerful journey of creativity, expression, and impact. Your sponsorship helps a talented artist bring their unique voice to stages and classrooms across metro Detroit, throughout Michigan, and nationwide.

As a sponsor, you'll become part of their story. Enjoy exclusive opportunities to connect with your sponsored dancer at special events throughout the season — and experience firsthand the passion, dedication, and inspiration they bring to every performance.  Sponsors receive:

  • Souvenir Eisenhower Dance Detroit photo book

  • Attendance at EDD's 35th Anniversary Season Launch Party

  • Four tickets with special reserved seating at EDD's Metro Series concerts (Varner Recital Hall, Schaap Center for the Performing Arts, DIA Film Theatre)

  • Private pre-concert chat with EDD Artistic Director

  • Invitation to open studio rehearsal

  • Recognition on your dancer's EDD webpage bio

  • Recognition on slideshow presentation at each Metro Series concert

  • Recognition on the EDD website donor wall

  • Complimentary admission to concert afterglows

  • Two tickets to Vision 30/35, EDD's 35th Anniversary Gala on October 18, 2025

DANCEMOVER: $1,000

DanceMovers provide resources for special projects ranging from EDD’s artist-in-the-schools programs, artistic collaborations, original costume and set designs, and photo shoots among others.  Donors receive: 

  • Souvenir Eisenhower Dance Detroit photography book

  • Invitation to annual Meet the Dancers Event to kick-off the season

  • 4 complimentary tickets with special reserved seating to Metro series concerts 

  • Invitation to Open Rehearsal at the Maggie Allesee Studios for Dance and Arts Innovation

  • Private Dance Mover chat with Artistic Director prior to a local concert

  • Recognition by video presentation at each Metro Series concert

  • Recognition on the Eisenhower Dance Detroit website donor wall

HALSTED FUND FOR NEW CHOREOGRAPHY

In memory of Carol Halsted, founding Board president for Eisenhower Dance Detroit, former Chair of the Music, Theatre, and Dance Department at Oakland University, dancer, and long-time advocate for dance and dance education, this fund will continue Carol’s unwavering support for the artform she loved. As a donor, you become part of building Eisenhower Dance Detroit’s repertory through the acquisition of new choreography. Donors receive:

  • Listing in digital program

  • 2 complimentary tickets (special reserved seating) to the local premiere of new work (with minimum donation of $250)

  • Invitation to Open Rehearsal at the Maggie Allesee Studios for Dance and Arts Innovation

  • Private chat with the Artistic Director for Halsted Fund donors prior to the local premiere of the new work.

LEARN MORE HERE

MORE WAYS TO SUPPORT

  • The EDD Youth Ensemble pre-professional program at the School of EDD seeks to provide an enhanced experience for students interested in preparing for a dance career or simply to take their training to the next level. Grounded in the fundamentals of the Eisenhower pedagogy, EDDYE offers expanded opportunities for students to train more rigorously, engage with guest artists, learn from visiting choreographers, and perform more frequently.

    Click HERE to learn more about sponsoring an EDDYE company.

  • The Schools of Eisenhower Dance Detroit provide classes to more than 300 students at two locations and serve as a base for the company’s community outreach and education programs. Your sponsorship dollars can make a lasting difference!

  • EDD’s annual Gala Fundraiser features an elegant evening of fine dining, exhilarating performances by the company, and other exciting activities for guests. Several sponsorship levels are available with a variety of benefit packages.

    Click HERE to learn more.

  • Eisenhower Dance Detroit enjoys partnering with local organizations and businesses for in-kind services and audience development initiatives.

    For more information, contact EDD Executive Director, Anne Bak Marine at bakmarine@eisenhowerdance.org.