Giving
There are many ways to give to the UFPA, either through financial contributions or with your time.
Contribute
Affiliate Program
Contribute
As a University of Florida Performing Arts Affiliate, your financial support makes world-class programming possible in the heart of Florida. You have the satisfaction of knowing you are part of a nationally recognized performing arts program, and we have the opportunity to show our appreciation by offering benefits that will enhance your performing arts experience! You will find a variety of opportunities, whether you are an individual, family or business. Regardless of which program or level you choose, make a decision now to become a UFPA Affiliate.
Performance Sponsorship
If your passion speaks to a particular genre of the performing arts, you could assist UFPA as an important benefactor by becoming a performance sponsor. Businesses and individuals may sponsor programs at the Phillips Center or University Auditorium. There are numerous marketing and social benefits associated with sponsorships, and tickets to the performances provide a wonderful opportunity to entertain clients and friends or reward employees. Subject to artist approval, you may be able to meet your favorite entertainer.
UFPA Partners
The Performing Arts Partners program funds the distribution of free tickets to UFPA-presented performances for the physically and mentally challenged, at-risk students and other underserved populations. Tickets are distributed by a committee of UFPA Advisory Board members and representatives of local social service organizations. All Performing Arts Partners donors receive a report at the end of the season detailing the use of their gifts, and their names are listed in all UFPA performance programs.
Bequests
Over the years, many University of Florida friends and alumni have remembered the university in their estate plans. Bequests may be designated for the unrestricted use by the university or for a specific college or department, such as University of Florida Performing Arts. This annual spendable income could provide acquisition or program support for University of Florida Performing Arts. If you would like more information about bequests, please contact the Director of Development at 352-273-2470.
Endowments
The University of Florida Foundation, Inc. establishes endowments to support donors’ purposes in perpetuity. It is the goal of the Foundation endowment investment policy to provide a return from assets invested that will preserve or increase the endowment capital while generating an income stream. These endowments are eligible for matching funds from the State of Florida Trust Fund for Major Gifts. You may choose to start an endowment of your own or donate to an established endowment. The full amount of your gift may be eligible for an income tax charitable contribution deduction.
UFPA Wish List
University of Florida Performing Arts also accepts donations of in-kind materials. For a list of our current needs, please see the current UFPA Wish List.
UFPA Gala
Join us for the Flashback Gala, UFPA’s annual event, Saturday, January 31, 2009. With open access to the Phillips Center, enjoy dinner and dancing while taking advantage of fabulous silent auction items.
Florida Tomorrow Campaign
What is Florida Tomorrow? At UFPA, it’s our pledge to support the community, faculty, students and artists. It is our commitment to introduce and encourage the performing arts, here on campus and throughout North Central Florida. And it’s our promise to future generations to foster tomorrow’s next great artists.
Volunteer
Volunteer ushers are the University of Florida Performing Arts program’s single most direct link to our patrons. Ushering is a great way to support the Phillips Center for Performing Arts as well as University Auditorium and represent the University of Florida at the same time.
Student Government
University of Florida Performing Arts is supported in part by University of Florida Student Government.