Ways To Give
THANK YOU
Donors
Thank you to all those who have contributed thus far to help make our vision for the Schaap Center become a reality. A prominent place of public fellowship and gathering for the appreciation of the arts for the community and the region.
Sponsorships
Sponsorship directly supports performances, community programming, and free public art exhibitions, while offering visibility and recognition among our audiences and supporters. The Schaap Center is a prominent place of fellowship and gathering for the appreciation of the performing and visual arts — for Grosse Pointe, Detroit, and the surrounding region.
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Questions? Contact Annemarie Harris, Chief of Staff.
aharris@schaapcenter.org | (313) 231-4900
Signature Fundraising Event for the Schaap Center
September 17th, 2026
The exclusive preview performance of Grosse Pointe Theatre's Les Miserables is a signature fundraiser event for the Schaap Center - all proceeds will go towards teh Schaap Center's ongoing operations, arts programming, educational initiatives, and community engagement efforts.
Presenting Sponsor
$25,000 - EXCLUSIVE
- "Presented by" recognition on all event materials
- Premier logo placement — signage, program, digital
- Opportunity for remarks at the event
- Stage acknowledgment
- Media and press recognition
- VIP engagement opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
$25,000 - EXCLUSIVE
- "Presented by" recognition on all event materials
- Premier logo placement — signage, program, digital
- Opportunity for remarks at the event
- Stage acknowledgment
- Media and press recognition
- VIP engagement opportunities
VIP Experience Sponsor
$15,000 - Green Room Reception
- Branded presence within VIP reception
- Recognition during event
- Full-page program recognition
- Digital and social media recognition
Valet Sponsor
$15,000
- Premier arrival experience branding opportunity
- Full-page program recognition
- Verbal acknowledgment during event
- Digital and social media recognition
- Opportunity for branded guest welcome materials or valet claim cards
Concessions Sponsor
$7,500
- Branding at Front Lobby and Balcony Concessions
- Program recognition (half-page)
- Event and digital recognition
Community Gallery Sponsor
$5,000
- Recognition tied to exhibition access during the event
- Program recognition (quarter-page)
- Onsite and digital acknowledgment
Supporting Sponsor
$2,500
- Name recognition in the program and signage
Friend of the Schaap Center
$1,000
- Name recognition in the program
Detroit Medical Orchestra : Forces of The Mind
November 22nd, 2026 | 3:30 pm
Forces of the Mind is an inspiring orchestral performance exploring themes of mental health, resilience, creativity, and wellbeing through music.
As the opening concert of DMO's 2026,2027 season, FORCES, this special event will bring together healthcare professionals, community leaders, arts patrons, students, and residents from throughout Metro Detroit to experience the power of music and its connection to healing.
All Detroit Medical Orchestra concerts are free and open to the public
Presenting Sponsor
$15,000 - EXCLUSIVE
- "Presented by" recognition on all event materials
- Premier logo placement on all event marketing materials
- Recognition from stage during performance
- Full-page color advertisement in concert program
- Featured sponsor profile on Schaap and DMO websites
- Dedicated social media recognition campaign
- Opportunity to display promotional materials at the event
- Invitation to artist reception and special donor events
Presenting Sponsor
$15,000 - EXCLUSIVE
- "Presented by" recognition on all event materials
- Premier logo placement on all event marketing materials
- Recognition from stage during performance
- Full-page color advertisement in concert program
- Featured sponsor profile on Schaap and DMO websites
- Dedicated social media recognition campaign
- Opportunity to display promotional materials at the event
- Invitation to artist reception and special donor events
Mental Health Champion Sponsor
$7,500
- Recognition as Mental Health Champion Sponsor
- Prominent logo placement on all event marketing materials
- Recognition from the stage
- Full-page program advertisement
- Website recognition
- Dedicated social media recognition
- Opportunity to provide educational or wellness resources at the event
- Invitation to pre-concert reception
Mental Health Champion Sponsor
$7,500
- Recognition as Mental Health Champion Sponsor
- Prominent logo placement on all event marketing materials
- Recognition from the stage
- Full-page program advertisement
- Website recognition
- Dedicated social media recognition
- Opportunity to provide educational or wellness resources at the event
- Invitation to pre-concert reception
Health Through Music Sponsor
$5,000
- Prominent logo placement on concert materials
- Recognition from the stage
- Half-page program advertisement
- Website recognition
- Social media recognition
- Opportunity to display promotional materials
- Invitation to pre-concert reception
Valet Sponsor
$3,500 - EXCLUSIVE
- Exclusive recognition as Valet Sponsor
- Logo displayed at valet station and event entrance
- Recognition in concert program
- Recognition on event signage
- Social media recognition
- Website recognition
Concessions Sponsor
$2,500 - EXCLUSIVE
- Exclusive recognition as Concessions Sponsor
- Logo displayed at concessions area
- Recognition in concert program
- Recognition on event signage
- Website recognition
- Social media recognition
Arts & Health Sponsor
$2,500
- Logo placement in concert program
- Recognition on event signage
- Website recognition
Supporting Sponsor
$1,000
- Name recognition in concert program
- Recognition on event signage
Friend of the Orchestra Sponsor
$500
- Name recognition in concert programs
BEFORE THE SHOW
Find Your Seat for the Season
Our Inaugurial Season is underway; an evening of music, theater, and dance is always close at hand. Browse what's on stage and reserve your seats.
WHEN YOU ARRIVE
Everything for an Easy Evening
Parking, concessions, accessibility, and when to arrive; the details that let you settle in before the lights go down. A little planning makes for an unhurried night out.
AFTER THE CURTAIN
Keep the Stage Lit
The Schaap Center is a nonprofit, and every performance is made possible by people who believe in it. Your gift helps keep the curtain rising for seasons to come.