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.
If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or have any questions about our sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Director of Development Jacquie VandenPlas at jacquie.vandenplas@vaopera.org.
Thank you to our
26-27 Sponsors!
CORPORATE
Altria
Arts Alliance
Beth Sholom Village
Birdsong
Dominion Energy
Harbor’s Edge
McCormick Foundation
Norfolk Southern
Payday Payroll Services
TowneBank Norfolk
FOUNDATION
Adele M. Thomas Charitable Foundation, Inc.
The Alan and Esther Fleder Foundation
E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation
The Christian Family Foundation
Louise B. Cochran Charitable Foundation
Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Margaret Massie Disharoon Charitable Trust
Thomas L. Disharoon Charitable Trust
Rona and Erwin Drucker Charitable Trust
Elmwood Fund
Eugenia Smith Kennedy Fund
Garner Family Fund
Helen G. Gifford Foundation
The Goode Family Foundation
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Herndon Foundation
Rebekah L Huber Family Charitable Fund
Waverly Glenn Hurt Fund for the Arts
J.L. Camp Foundation, Inc., in honor of James McGough
The John A. Cable Foundation
The Harry E. and Martha Lee McCoy Fund
WE McGuire Charitable Foundation
Marietta McNeill Morgan & Samuel Tate Morgan, Jr. Trust
Massie Scott Fund
Ula and Janne Motekat Fund
Nicholson AAAA Charitable Foundation
Peninsula Community Foundation of Virginia
Reinhart Foundation
Rosemary E.V. Curtis Memorial Arts Fund
Rouse-Bottom Foundation
Slatten-McDonald Fund
Eugenia Smith Kennedy Fund
Suffolk Foundation
Virginia Opera Guild Foundation
Yello Cello Music Charitable Fund
Municipal
City of Alexandria Arts Commission
Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission
Fairfax Arts Commission
CultureWorks & the Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium – supported by the Counties of Hanover & Henrico
Newport News Arts Commission
City of Norfolk
Portsmouth Museum and Fine Arts Commission
Virginia Beach Arts & Humanities Commission
City of Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs
Virginia Commission for the Arts
Williamsburg Area Arts Commission
York County Arts Commission
None of this is possible without the help of our sponsors.
