Fundraising Partner Program

Help us make a greater impact by joining our Fundraising Partner Program! Thanks to the generosity of theatre people like you, NCTC’s programs develop future artists, audiences, and advocates. 

Play it forward for NCTC! Your fundraiser can be anything you want it to be. Schools, colleges and universities, theatre companies, and individuals can become Fundraising Partners for NCTC. K-12 educators and students: host a pancake dinner, bake sale, or partner with a local college or community theatre for a one-act or karaoke night. College professors: host workshops for local schools, or host a “Pie your Professor” event. Theatre companies: partner with your audience by doing a pass the hat night! Put your creativity to work! Find even more ideas below.

All contributions will help strengthen North Carolina’s vibrant theatre industry, and engage the artists, audiences and advocates of tomorrow.

Want to join? Email us today!

Fundraising Partner Program Ideas

Not sure what to do? We’ve got you covered! We’ve put together a list of 37 ideas – from low-key to ambitious – to spark your creativity and bring some fun to your event. But don’t feel limited to these ideas! If you can dream it, you can do it! And we can help guide you through it. Contact us to talk more about any of your ideas!

Frequently Asked Questions

Why become a Fundraising Partner?
Membership dues and program fees only cover 70% of the work NCTC does year-round to engage the artists, audiences and advocates of the future. Our Fundraising Partners help make up the difference, and help introduce new people to NCTC who may become future program participants, supporters, and advocates around the state. You’re helping in more ways than one!

How much do we need to raise? We’re already fundraising for our programs.
There is no minimum contribution to the Fundraising Partner Program. In 2019, our gifts from member schools and organizations ranged from $50 to $383. We encourage you to make a donation that is meaningful but within your means, and to get the community involved! Having a show of support, at any level, makes all the difference.

How do I/we become a Fundraising Partner?
Contact us! Tell us what you’d like to do and we can work to support you, from providing tips for success to sending materials and talking points to have on hand for your audience.

Does this count towards our membership dues or program fees?
No. Money donated through the Fundraising Partners Program does not count towards other payments, but we will recognize you as a Fundraising Partner on our website and at events.

Do you only want money? 
It’s easiest to move money around (cash, check, or digital payment transfer all work) to support NCTC programs as needed, but if raising funds is out of the question, there are other ways you can show your support! Consider sharing NCTC’s Wishlist on Amazon.

Will you send someone to our event?
We’d love to! Let us know in advance when you plan to host your NCTC Fundraising Partner event and we’ll do our best to send a representative. We appreciate your support and would love to be there in person, but if it’s not possible to coordinate schedules or if you’d prefer not to have a guest, that’s also fine.

Thank you to our 2023-24 Fundraising Partners!

Blumenthal Performing Arts
Cape Fear Academy
Central Academy of Technology and Arts

Charlotte Catholic High School
Gardner-Webb University
Greensboro College

Mooresville High School
North Moore High School
Northwest School of the Arts
Pinecrest High School
Reidsville High School
Watauga High School