Ways to Give

Indianapolis Ballet donors help shape the future of ballet in our city. Their support fuels our mission to honor the rich tradition of classical ballet while advancing bold new works, exceptional training, and meaningful community engagement. Through their generosity, we are able to reach broader audiences and inspire the next generation of artists. We invite you to explore the many ways to support both the Company and the School and become part of the Indianapolis Ballet community.

If you have any questions, please email Sarah Schaefer, Development Officer: Annual Giving & Grant Support at sschaefer@indyballet.org.

Donate

Thank you for considering a gift to Indianapolis Ballet. Your generosity helps spark creativity, expand access, and nurture a lasting love of dance across our community.

Corporate Sponsorships

At Indianapolis Ballet and Indianapolis School of Ballet, we believe in the transformative power of dance to inspire, connect, and uplift. Through performances, training, and community engagement, we bring the beauty of ballet to audiences of all backgrounds. Corporate support is essential in helping us expand access and advance our mission.

Cinderella Sponsorships

Please see below for our Cinderella Corporate Partnership levels. To begin your partnership, contact Don Steffy, Executive Director, at dsteffy@indyballet.org or by calling us at (317) 955-7525.

Education Fund

For the Indianapolis School of Ballet

Indianapolis School of Ballet provides exceptional training and performance opportunities in an inclusive environment. Because tuition covers only part of the cost, support from donors is essential. Gifts to the Education Fund expand access for students, support outreach, and sustain the resources needed to advance our mission.

Dancer Sponsorships

Our dancers represent more than just Indianapolis Ballet on the stage - they represent Indianapolis and its thriving artistic community on regional, national, and international levels with character and pride. 

Now you can represent and support these incredible ambassadors for our community and the arts via a dancer sponsorship during our 2025/26 Season beginning in August 2025. Sponsorships for Company Artists are $2,500, and Company Apprentices are $1,500. Select artistic team staff members are also available for sponsorships.

Legacy Giving

Leave a lasting legacy by including Indianapolis Ballet in your estate plans through gift vehicles that align with your philanthropic and financial goals.

Recognition of Support

Indianapolis Ballet would like to celebrate the generosity of the businesses, foundations, organizations, and individuals that helped make our 2024/25 and 2025/26 seasons possible. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this listing. However, we apologize for any inadvertent errors or omissions. Please contact us at development@indyballet.org with any questions or corrections.

This list includes gifts made between January 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026.