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 Anne Bak Marine, 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.
MORE WAYS TO SUPPORT
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.