Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us in enriching lives through the power of opera
At Virginia Opera, we are dedicated to bringing the transformative and emotionally stirring art of opera to audiences throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. We believe that opera has the power to inspire, educate, and unite communities, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our sponsors. Your partnership with Virginia Opera not only supports the arts but also aligns your brand with a prestigious and culturally enriching organization.
Why Sponsor Virginia Opera
- Impact: Virginia Opera serves as a vital cultural and educational resource for the communities it touches. Your sponsorship directly contributes to arts accessibility, educational outreach, and the preservation of this grand art form.
- Visibility: Our sponsors enjoy unparalleled visibility through a wide range of promotional opportunities, from program advertising to on-stage acknowledgments. Your brand will be associated with the excellence and grandeur of opera.
- Networking: Our events and performances provide excellent opportunities for you and your team to network with other business leaders, cultural enthusiasts, and community influencers.
- Employee Engagement: Boost employee morale and engagement by offering them unique cultural experiences, discounts, and the chance to participate in volunteer opportunities with Virginia Opera.
View our Sponsorship Opportunities Here:
Virginia Opera 2023 – 2024 Season Sponsorship Packet
If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or have any questions about our sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Philanthropic and Charitable Giving Manager, Sherelle Rodgers Jackson at Sherelle.rj@vaopera.org or call 757.213.4544.
Thank you to our
22-23 and 23-24 Sponsors!
CORPORATE
Dominion Energy
Altria
Norfolk Southern
Arts Alliance
The Wagner Society of Washington D.C.
Cavanaugh Nelson, PLC
Virginia Opera Guild
Birdsong Corporation
Amazon Smiles
Harbors Edge
National Federation of Music Clubs
A. Rowe Price Program For Charitable Giving
FOUNDATION
E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation
Goode Family Foundation
Herndon Foundation
James M. Wilcox Memorial Fund
Reinhart Foundation
Slatten-McDonald Fund
Community Foundation for A Greater Richmond
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
R.E.B Foundation
John L. Clark Trust
Louise B. Cochran Charitable Foundation
Helen G. Gifford Foundation
Margaret Massie Disharoon Charitable Trust
J.L. Camp Foundation, In Honor of James McGough
The Christian Family Foundation
M&G Mezzanotte Foundation
Waverly Glenn Hurt Fund for the Arts
John A. Cable Foundation
Garner Family Fund
C.D.L. and M.T.B. Perkins Fund
Ravindranath Fund
Creasey Family Fund
Fife Family Fund
Adele M. Thomas Charitable Foundation
Michaele Battles Charitable Fund
Sheila Graham and Steve Epstein Giving Fund
Municipal
City of Norfolk
Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
Chesterfield County
The Arts Council of Richmond – Culture Works
Richmond Fund for the Opera
Portsmouth Museum and Fine Arts Commission
Chesterfield County
Williamsburg Area Arts Commission
Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission
Newport News Arts Commission
Suffolk Fine Arts Commission
Virginia Beach Arts & Humanities Commission
York County Arts Commission
None of this is possible without the help of our sponsors.
