Overview

Overview of ways to Partner with Dallas Summer Musicals presented by Comerica Bank

A gift to DSM is a gift to the community!
As a non-profit organization, DSM relies on a variety of funding sources to bring the Best of Broadway to Dallas at affordable ticket prices, as well as to preserve the beautiful historic theatres, educate young audiences and create important community programs. Ticket sales alone do not sustain these endeavors. Only support from committed businesses, foundations and individuals make these programs possible. By working together, we can continue to enrich the lives of audiences through extraordinary musical theater and to develop the next generation of stars!

Individual Support
Your support - through a tax-deductible contribution to our annual fund, a tribute gift or a matching gift - can help DSM continue to bring the life-enhancing experience of live musical theater to the entire community. As a donor you will receive priority service in everything from VIP tickets and parking priority to exclusive cast parties and more! Click here to learn more about the benefits of becoming a DSM Star by making a contribution to our annual fund.

Corporate Support
Corporate Star contributions are an investment in Dallas Summer Musicals’ ability to enhance the quality of life in our community through incomparable performances, as well as enriching education and outreach programs. Dallas Summer Musicals, presented by Comerica Bank, recognizes the generosity of our corporate donors and sponsors with abundant benefits including increased corporate visibility, employee rewards, client services and opportunities for unique entertaining. There are many ways your company can partner with the DSM to meet your business objectives. Click here to learn more.

Foundation Support
Corporate and family foundations provide us with annual operating support, allowing us to provide the highest quality, family-oriented Broadway entertainment year-round. And our work extends well beyond the stage and into the community. In addition to supporting the work seen on stage, gifts from foundations often underwrite costs associated with arts education and community programs for students, educators and at-risk youth. Opportunities for a variety of program funding are available. For more information, contact the Lori Sirmen at (214) 413-3961 or email her here.

Curtain Call Gala
Now in its fourth year The Curtain Call Gala is a spectacular evening of entertainment preceded by an elegant seated dinner. This year, the Gala Committee is thrilled to announce Grammy-nominated performer, composer, and arranger Michael Feinstein and Jekyll & Hyde Broadway star Linda Eder as the featured entertainment on Saturday, February 16, 2008 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel. Sponsorship packages include DSM Summer Series tickets and privileges. More info here.

In-Kind Gifts
Contributions of goods and services are invaluable to DSM’s annual operations. Catering and printing are just a small sampling of some of the in-kind services we need. In addition, The Curtain Call Gala offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals and companies to donate auction items ranging from dining and sporting event tickets to exotic vacations and dazzling jewels! Contact the Development Office at (214) 413-3961.

Planned Giving
By naming Dallas Summer Musicals as a beneficiary in your will or by making other planned gifts, you can ensure the DSMs long-term vitality and realize significant tax advantages. Call the Development Office at (214) 413-3961 to discuss your planned gift options.

Volunteer
Get involved with Dallas Summer Musicals presented by Comerica Bank by joining one or more of our auxiliary groups: the DSM Guild and the Associate Producers. Hundreds of volunteers currently support Dallas Summer Musicals presented by Comerica Bank - become one of them today!

Matching Gifts
Many companies sponsor matching gift programs to encourage employees to support the arts. You can automatically double—or triple—the value of your donation through your employer’s matching gift program. You’ll not only make a significant difference in the vitality of Dallas Summer Musicals, but you can also move to a higher giving level and enjoy additional benefits! If your company is eligible, request a matching gift form from your employer, and send it completed and signed with your gift to:

Dallas Summer Musicals, Development Office
Music Hall at Fair Park
PO Box 710336
Dallas, Texas 75371-0336

Tribute Gifts
Consider the occasion of a birthday or an anniversary to share your love for musical theatre with a cherished friend. Or celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Mother's or Father's Day with a contribution to DSM in honor of one or more family members.

Dallas Summer Musicals presented by Comerica Bank is pleased and proud to accept gifts made in memory of loved ones or in honor of family, friends or special occasions.

To make a Tribute Gift, either click here to make an immediate online contribution and put the tribute information in the comment section or send us a letter with the name of the person in whose name you want to make the gift, the occasion (if any), and the name and address of any person who should receive a notification of your gift. We do not inform that person of the amount of your gift, only that we have received it.

Please remember to include your own name and address so that we can give you the proper acknowledgement of your gift.
For more information, contact the Development office by email or at (214) 413-3957.