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2012 Individual Donor Benefits and Privileges
In recognition of your support for our thriving performing arts community, UPAF is pleased to extend the following benefits and privileges to you. Please note that some restrictions apply and benefits are subject to change.

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All donors will receive UPAF's "Arts Beat" email newsletter which highlights group performances and includes ticket giveaways and an invitation to UPAF's Ride for the Arts Sampler at the Finish Line Party. Benefits are cumulative as giving levels increase.

$52 Donor

  • UPAF donor tickets: Receive buy one, get one free tickets to the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Milwaukee County Parks attractions including: the Mitchell Park Domes, Boerner Botanical Gardens, The David F. Schultz Family Aquatic Center, and your choice of the Currie, Grant or Greenfield Park golf courses (restrictions apply)
  • $100 Contributor

  • UPAF smART card: Receive buy one, get one free ticket offers to one performance of each of the 15 UPAF Member Groups (restrictions apply)(A $400 Value!)
  • UPAF smART card Performance Guide: Information for UPAF donors to fully enjoy the arts, including a comprehensive listing of UPAF Member Groups & performances

  • $250 Performer

  • Extended-play ticket: Receive an additional free ticket opportunity with your smART card at UPAF Cornerstone Member Group performances (First Stage Children's Theater, Florentine Opera Company, Milwaukee Ballet, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Repertory Theater and Skylight Opera Theatre)
  • Patron Leaders

    $500 Patron

  • Recognition in the UPAF Annual Report and Contributors Guide
  • $500 Club! Receive two free registrations to the UPAF's Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite
  • $1,000 Silver Patron

  • Invitation to attend UPAF Member Group open rehearsals
  • $2,000 Gold Patron

  • Complimentary tickets to a holiday season performance including "The Nutcracker" or "A Christmas Carol"
  • Golden Circle

    $3,000 Benefactor

  • Invitation to the exclusive Golden Circle Party
  • Complimentary parking for UPAF Member Group performances in the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts parking structure
  • $5,000 Gold Benefactor

  • Recognition as a UPAF contributor in Marcus Center for the Performing Arts lobby display for one year
  • $10,000 Guarantor
    UPAF Artist Society
    (opt-in)

  • Private dinner and an exclusive performing arts experience
  • A signed, collectible keepsake
  • Private receptions with respected arts leaders
  • Recognition in UPAF publications
  • Ability to designate $3,000 or your gift to one UPAF Cornerstone Group of choice

  • Special Giving Levels

    Next Generation UPAF
    (Open to donors age 45 and under who contribute $500 or more annually)

  • Exclusive access to purchase the Next Generation Season Sampler, which features unique opportunites to three UPAF Member Group perfromances. Opportunites may include receptions, backstage tours, artist meet and greets and talk-balks.
  • Leadership opportunities to serve on UPAF committess and Member Group boards.
  • Periodic emails with discounts and special offers.
  • Special recognition in UPAF's Annual Report and Contributors' Guide
  • Notable Women
    (Women contributing $1000 and above)

  • Special recognition in UPAF's Annual Report and Contributors' Guide
  • UPAF Artist Society

    (Individuals contributing $10,000 & above)
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