Bravo Society

$250+ | Sponsor 

• Name listed on the FGO website for the season. 

$500+ | Associate

All benefits above, including:

• Two complimentary tickets to one FGO Annual Open House at FGO event for a behind the scenes look. 

$1,000+ | Patron

All benefits above, including:

• Access to donor lounges: Terra Lounge (AACPA), Patrons Lounge (BCPA).
• 2 tickets for one final mainstage dress rehearsal.
• Concierge ticketing support.
• Donor presale access for single ticket sales.

$2,500+ | Contributor

All benefits above, including:

• Invitation to one Miami Voice Event.
• Signed production poster from one main stage opera (upon request). 

Lyric Society

$5,000+ | Benefactor

All benefits above, including:

• Name listed in the printed season program book. 
• An invitation to an exclusive evening with Maria Todaro, CEO & General Director. 
• Full Access to the VIP Donor Lounge: Opera Lounge (AACPA), Intermezzo Lounge (BCPA).
• Tickets for you and a guest to all main stage final dress rehearsals.
• Invitation to the full Miami Voice Salon Series. 

$10,000+ | Grand Benefactor

All benefits above, including:

• Name and photo featured in the printed program book. 
• Backstage access to one production – including cast meet-and-greet + orchestra pit tour. 
• Reserved seating at all salons, concerts, and events (when available). 
• Priority access to purchase tickets for galas, special concerts, and VIP events. 
• Invitation to an artist roundtable with FGO leadership. 

$15,000+ | Impresario

All benefits above, including:

• Meet the Maestro: Wine and Conversation – an intimate evening with the General Director and FGO’s new Music Director, sharing insider insights on the upcoming season and the music. 
• Meet the Studio: Artist Meet & Greet Cocktail Reception at FGO’s offices.
• Enhanced recognition across social media platforms. 

Co-Producer Society 

$25,000+ | Co-Producer

All benefits above, including:

• Photo + Personal message in the season program book.
• Exclusive dinner with the CEO and featured artist(s).
• Recognition as a Production Sponsor.
• Access for you plus a guest to one rehearsal with wine and cheese service.
• Invitation to a private Studio Artist or CANTO working session or coaching.
• Framed production artwork signed by cast.

$50,000+ | Double Co-Producer

All benefits above, including:

• Option to co-host a Miami Voice Salon.
• Opportunity to provide a 45-second video for on-stage screens.
• Dedicated social media spotlight acknowledging your support. 
• Meet the Artists: Exclusive discussions with artists and creative leadership.
• Opportunity to underwrite community access performance. 

$75,000+ | Triple Co-Producer

All benefits above, including:

• Invitations to one private production briefing. 
• Invitation to observe a Studio Artist masterclass. 
• Customized benefits tailored to your interests

These benefits may include:

• Attend the opera in your private limo. We’ll arrange for you to be picked up from your home, driven to the opera, and transported back home when it ends. We’ll even throw in champagne for the trip.
• Private preview of the upcoming opera in your home for you and 8 guests. Also includes a singer to give you a taste of the opera. 

$100,000+ | Season Producer

All benefits above, including:

• Recognition as a Season Sponsor in all materials. 
• Host a private performance by a Studio Artist at your home. 
• Customized benefits tailored to your interests: 

These benefits may include:

• Why rush to get to the theater on time. Overnight stay at a hotel near the theater with car service to and from the theater, and dinner following the performance at a nearby restaurant. 
• Dinner with your choice of singers from one of our performances and our CEO, Maria Todaro. This is subject to the singer’s approval and would take place approximately one week before the performance. 

Visionary Leadership Circle 

$250,000+ | Founder’s Circle

All benefits above, including:

• Executive Producer credit on a main stage production. 
• Naming rights to a major event or experience annually. 
• Legacy profile in FGO publications such as the program book and website. 
• Your own Legacy Video: a 5-minute interview celebrating your impact, screened at the theater. 
• Recognition at FGO’s Annual Gala.
• Customized benefits tailored to your interests: 

These benefits may include:

• Have a private reception at the opera. We’ll arrange for a private room where you and 8 guests can enjoy prosecco and light fare before the opera and at intermission.
• Home-cooked 4-course meal by FGO CEO and General Director Maria Todaro. 

$1,000,000+ | Legacy Circle

All benefits above, including: 

• Endowed naming opportunity. 
• Legacy photograph on display in the FGO office and rehearsal space. 
• Opportunity to speak at the annual gala or from the stage before a Main Stage performance. 
• Global access to VIP opera events through our international network. 
• Customized tailored to your interests. These benefits may include: Name your series! Select one of our subscription series, and we’ll name it after you. For the entire season, it will be called the [Your Name] Sunday Matinee series. 

Legacy Society

Leave a Legacy, Create the Future of Opera

Opera is a timeless art form that transcends generations, weaving stories of passion, drama, and beauty. By including Florida Grand Opera (FGO) in your estate plans, you ensure that this majestic art continues to inspire and captivate audiences for years to come, while also receiving a tax benefit.

Why Join the Legacy Society?

Members of the Legacy Society are visionaries who recognize the importance of sustaining opera’s rich tradition. Your planned gift: 

• Supports the creation of innovative productions and the reimaging of classic operas. 
• Provides scholarships and training for emerging artists through our Studio Artist Program. 
• Expands community outreach, bringing opera to schools and underserved communities. 
• Ensures the longevity of FGO’s mission to deliver world-class opera experiences. 

Types of Legacy Gifts:

• Bequests: Designate FGO in your will or trust. 
• Charitable Gift Annuities: Receive designated fixed payments for life while supporting FGO. 
• Retirement Assets: Name FGO as a beneficiary or owner. 
• Life Insurance Policies: Assign FGO as a beneficiary or owner. 
• Real Estate or Personal Property: Donate assets to benefit FGO’s future. 

These gifts can be made through various modes of payment including cash, stocks, liquidity transfers, cryptocurrency, and airmiles.

Recognition and Benefits

As a Legacy Society member, you’ll enjoy: 

• Acknowledgement in FGO’s season program books and website. 
• Invitations to exclusive rehearsals, events, and donor gatherings. 
• Personalized updates on FGO’s initiatives and impact. 
• The satisfaction of knowing your legacy supports the arts. 
• Free session with legacy and taxation specialist

Join Us

Becoming a member is simple. If you’ve already included FGO in your estate plans, please let us know so we can honor your commitment. If you’re considering a planned gift, our development team is here to assist you in finding the best option for your philanthropic goals.

Contact Joanna Black to explore how you can make a legacy gift: jblack@fgo.org

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) Policy

Florida Grand Opera is grateful for the support of donors who recommend grants through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs). DAF giving is a powerful way to invest in the future of opera and expand our impact across South Florida.

What is a Donor-Advised Fund?

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account administered by a sponsoring organization (such as Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, or a community foundation). Donors recommend grants from their DAF to qualified nonprofit organizations like Florida Grand Opera.

Important DAF Rules (Goods & Services)

DAF grants must be fully charitable and generally may not be used for payments that provide a donor with more than incidental benefits.

Accordingly, Florida Grand Opera’s policy is:

DAF grants may be used for:

• Fully tax-deductible charitable gifts (unrestricted or restricted to an approved purpose)
• Gifts where all benefits are waived
• Program and mission support (e.g., artistic, education, community engagement, wellness initiatives)

DAF grants may not be used for:

• Event tickets, gala tables, sponsorships with benefits, or ticketed experiences
• Purchases of goods or services (including merchandise, auctions, raffles, or other quid-pro-quo items)
• Any contribution where the donor (or family/guests) receives benefits such as meals, entertainment, admission, preferred seating, parking, receptions, or other tangible perks

Membership & Donor Benefits

If a donor uses a DAF to make a gift that is associated with a membership or donor level that typically includes benefits, all benefits must be waived in order for Florida Grand Opera to accept the grant as a DAF contribution.

Pledges

Because DAF rules vary by sponsoring organization, Florida Grand Opera may accept DAF grants toward a pledge only when permitted by the donor’s DAF sponsor and when the payment is fully charitable and benefit-free. We recommend donors confirm pledge-payment eligibility directly with their DAF sponsor.

Recognition & Gift Credit

• Florida Grand Opera will provide an acknowledgement receipt to the DAF sponsoring organization and may send a courtesy thank-you to the recommending donor when permitted.
• Donors may request anonymous recognition.
• When possible, Florida Grand Opera will provide donor recognition and internal credit consistent with the donor’s intent and the DAF sponsor’s guidelines.

How to Recommend a DAF Grant

When recommending a grant, donors should include:

• Florida Grand Opera
• A note such as: “This grant is fully charitable; no goods or services were provided in exchange for this gift.”
• Any designation (if applicable), e.g., “Education Programs,” “General Operating Support,” etc.

Questions / Help

If you would like assistance recommending a DAF grant, ensuring benefits are waived, or confirming the most appropriate way to structure your support, please contact:

Joanna Black

Chief Advancement & Strategy Officer

jblack@fgo.org

Box Office (tickets only): (800) 741-1010

The Next Gen Opera Circle brings together Miami’s rising leaders (ages 21–45) who recognize that great cities are built on great culture. 

The Circle is where the city’s next generation of patrons comes together to affirm their commitment to the Florida Grand Opera while enjoying world-class performances, exclusive gatherings, and build lasting community with peers who share their vision of Miami as a prominent cultural capital. 

 

NEXT GEN FELLOW – ages 21–39 

$800 

• Invitation to events exclusive for the Next Gen Opera Circle 

• Name listed on the FGO website for the season 

• Invitation for two to Holiday Cheer with the CEO & General Director 

• Two complimentary tickets for a behind the scenes look  

• Access to donor lounges: Terra Lounge (AACPA), Patrons Lounge (BCPA). 

• Donor presale access for single ticket sales. 

 

NEXT GEN CONTRIBUTOR – ages 21–45 

$2,250 or $188/month* 

All benefits above, including: 

• 2 tickets for one final mainstage dress rehearsal. 

• Invitation to VIP pre-opera and intermission cocktail receptions 

• Concierge ticketing support. 

• Invitation for two to 1 (one) FGO-exclusive invite-only event. 

• Signed production poster from one main stage opera (upon request).  

 

NEXT GEN BENEFACTOR – ages 21–45 

$5,000 or $417/month* 

All benefits above, including: 

• Name listed in printed season program book 

• Invitation for two to 2 (two) dinners with the CEO & General Director 

• Invitation for two to all after-opera VIP experience with Director and Cast 

• Full access to the VIP Donor Lounges 

• Tickets for two to all main stage final dress rehearsals 

• Reserve seating at all salons, concerts, and events 

 

NEXT GEN IMPRESARIO – ages 21–45  

$10,000 or $834/month* 

All benefits above, including: 

• Name and photo featured in printed program book and social media 

• Invitation to artist roundtables with FGO leadership 

• Invitation to travel with the CEO & General Director and company (customized experience based on feedback)

 

For more information or to join, please contact us at nextgen@fgo.com 

* All memberships are purchased for a minimum of 12 months and non-refundable 

Elevate Your Brand Through the Power of Opera – A Curated Corporate Partnership with Florida Grand Opera.

Florida Grand Opera invites you to align your brand with an institution defined by excellence, artistry, and enduring cultural influence. As the oldest arts organization in Florida and a cornerstone of South Florida’s sophisticated creative scene, FGO offers more than visibility – we offer meaningful experiences, powerful storytelling, and purposeful engagement.

We collaborate with select partners to design bespoke activations that reflect your brand’s values, aesthetics, and ambitions – elevating your presence in the most elegant and emotionally resonant way possible.

Opportunities for Connection, Culture, and Impact

Each partnership is tailored to meet your brand’s strategic objectives. Packages may include co-branding, collaborative storytelling, and optional presenting credit (e.g., Presented by [Your Company Name]) to enhance your visibility and cultural alignment.

Immersive Brand Integration

Step into a world where your brand becomes part of the performance. From lobby installations and custom-designed activations to story-driven marketing campaigns, we create immersive experiences that captivate audiences and spark lasting emotional connections.

Exclusive VIP Hospitality

Delight your top clients and executives with unforgettable evenings of art and elegance – including premium seating, access to private lounges, behind-the-scenes tours, and intimate meet-and-greets with our General Director, Maestro, and featured artists.

Meaningful Employee Engagement

Enrich your workplace culture through inspired offerings such as private rehearsals, curated volunteer experiences, hands-on workshops, and behind-the-scenes access – all designed to foster creativity, connection, and a shared sense of purpose.

Sophisticated Brand Visibility

Achieve elevated exposure across multiple platforms – including branded recognition in print programs, digital campaigns, venue signage, social media, e-newsletters, and donor communications – ensuring your message reaches a diverse, discerning audience. Your company’s name can also appear as a sponsor on all ticket and mailing envelopes for the entire season – offering one of the most prominent and far-reaching forms of sponsorship recognition available.

Support for Arts & Community

When you partner with FGO, you help expand equitable access to the arts. Our robust education and community initiatives reach more than 20,000 young people annually and provide free performances across South Florida – bringing music, inspiration, and beauty to historically underserved communities.

Impact with Intention

Whether your brand is focused on cultural innovation, social equity, sustainability, or education, we will co-create a partnership that is as intentional, dynamic, and distinguished as your mission.

Opera Transcends. So Can Your Brand.

At Florida Grand Opera, we cultivate spaces of emotion, elegance, and connection. Partnering with us means joining a legacy of artistry and purpose – and positioning your brand within one of the most compelling cultural narratives in the region.

Contact Sabryna Bendana to explore how you can make a difference: sbendana@fgo.org