Donate to Diversionary Theatre
Become part of our efforts to keep LGBTQIA+ theatre alive in San Diego and help us continue bringing lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender stories to the stage in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment.
Diversionary Theatre is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID # 33-0240436. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Make a One Time Gift!
*Please note that these General Donation Benefits apply to general gifts made to Diversionary and not to the Securing Our Future Campaign. To discuss alternative donor recognition and naming opportunities available, please contact Donor and Patron Services Manager Jesse Marchese at jesse@diversionary.org.
Donor Levels and Benefits
General Donation Benefits are based on a 13-month giving period.Our community is what makes Diversionary Theatre special. Learn more by watching the video below!
Playbill Recognition: Your name will be included in Diversionary’s Mainstage production playbills when your 13 month giving is $100 or more.
Includes all Friend benefits, plus:
Lobby Display: Your name will be recognized in our lobby throughout the season.
Season Announcement Party: An exclusive invitation to our annual spring event announcing the upcoming season.
Donor Appreciation Party: An exclusive invitation to our annual summer celebration of Diversionary’s incredible supporters.
Includes all Director benefits, plus:
Bring a Friend: Two free guest tickets for the current Mainstage season.
Clark Cabaret Drink Discount: 25% discount at the bar in the Clark Cabaret. (Offer expires after one year.
Includes all Associate Producer benefits, plus:
Opening Nights: Be our guest at Opening Night of our Mainstage shows and celebrate with the creative team at the post-show reception.
Reserved Seating at Diversionary’s General Admission events upon request.
Includes all Producer benefits, plus:
Feeling Philanthropic: Diversionary will donate ten complimentary tickets per season to an organization of your choice. Subject to ticket availability and approval by Diversionary staff.
Diversionary t-shirt or tank top.
Includes all Executive Producer benefits, plus:
Playing Host: Host an event of your choice at Diversionary. Subject to availability and scheduling. Bar service not included.
One-on-One with the EAD: A special opportunity to spend time with the Executive Artistic Director on your schedule, hosted by Diversionary.
Diversionary t-shirt or tank top.
Reserved Parking for events at the Theatre. Subject to availability.
Contributor’s Club
Join the Contributors Club and sustain Diversionary all year long!
Make a recurring monthly pledge at any amount to join Diversionary’s Contributor’s Club in the easiest and most cost-effective way to give! As a member of our Contributor Club, you are also eligible to receive Donor Benefits programs at the level equivalent to the value of your annual gift, activated with your first donation. For more information or to join the Contributor’s Club, contact Donor and Patron Services Manager Jesse Marchese at jesse@diversionary.org.
Legacy Circle
Join our Legacy Circle and remember Diversionary in your estate planning.
The Diversionary Legacy Circle is a forward-thinking group of individuals who support the perpetuation of the mission of Diversionary Theatre through their estate or other planned gift. Members of our Legacy Circle honor the long tradition of the theatre and come together to ensure the vision to amplify the next generation of queer voices and that their stories are heard.
For more information about our Legacy Circle, contact Donor and Patron Services Manager Jesse Marchese at jesse@diversionary.org.
Annual Donor Event Invitation: An exclusive invitation to our annual donor event that celebrates Diversionary’s incredible supporters.
Lobby Display: Commemorative display in Diversionary’s lobby.
Website Recognition: Your name will be listed on the Legacy Circle Members section on our website.
Program Recognition: Your name listed in all Diversionary programs.
Diversionary Theatre Thanks Our Legacy Circle Members
Thank you to these donors who have left us a generous gift through their estate or have pledged to do so in the future.
Updated October 2023. *In Memoriam Donations
- Tom Abbas
- Anonymous
- Gladys Beit-Ishoo
- Dan Bolen
- Joseph H.Brooks & Douglas G. Walker
- Ted Callam (For Dan)
- Alan C. Campbell
- Diane Carpinelli
- Richard Conviser
- Paul Cooley & Mark Sanbower
- Roger Cornell MD
- Anna Curren
- Beverly J. DiGregorio*
- Daniel Feraldo*
- Carol Ann Flanagan
- David N. Garrison Trust*
- Russ Ginns
- Rob Granat & Al Mazur
- David A. Gubser
- Sherry K. Henderson*/Barbara L. Ramsey* Estate
- Bill Hughes Estate*
- Peter Jarman*
- Philip m Katcher*
- Doug Katzenmeyer & James Dolton
- Colleen Kendall & Georgia Griffiths
- Dan Kirsch*
- Fritz Klein Charitable Trust*
- John Lockhart Trust
- Ray Lubecki & Chuck Higgins
- Witt Matheny Trust; Harry Matheny, Trustee
- Daniel L. Murray
- Michael Vegas Mussman
- Darrell Netherton & Robert Wheeler
- Bob Nelson Charitable Fund*
- Dr. Robert Newbury & Weston Sprigg
- Reuel Olin* & Bob Grinchuk
- Philip G. Parks & James E. Perez
- Nicolas M. Reveles*
- Jay W. Richen* & Tien Vo
- James E. Riley Estate*
- Dr. Allison Rossett
- Neil H. Rothschild
- Thomas Schaide & Russ Fox
- Dr. Stuart E. Schwartz
- Jerry Smithson
- Russ Sperling & Gus Pagsanjan
- Leslie Stepanek
- Paula Tallal & Lark Bearden
- Jordine Von Wantoch*
- Jeff White*
- Scott Williford
- David L. Winter
- Dr. Christopher Wixom
- James Ziegler
Sponsorships
There are many other ways you can support Diversionary Theatre by becoming a sponsor! Whether sponsoring a specific show, one of our seasons, or our education program, you will become eligible for all general donation benefits and much more.
Sponsorship Benefits
Includes all Production Sponsor benefits listed below all season long! Plus…
Reserved Parking for events at the Theatre. Subject to availability.
Lobby Display: Prominent recognition all season long.
All applicable general donation benefits.
Special Billing in your production’s playbill.
Prominent Recognition on your production’s page on Diversionary’s website.
Pre-Show Announcement Recognition: Receive public thanks prior to certain performances of your production.
First Rehearsal: An invitation to meet and greet with the artists of your production and hear the cast read through the script together for the first time.
Opening Night: Be our guest at your production’s Opening Night and celebrate with the creative team at the post-show reception.
Receive a signed show poster by your production’s cast and crew.
Observe a rehearsal for your production, pending availability and director’s approval.
All applicable general donation benefits.
Includes all Season Sponsor benefits, plus:
Playbill Recognition: Your name will be listed in your program’s playbill, as applicable.
Reserved Seating: You’ll have a spot reserved especially for you at your sponsored program’s performances.
First Rehearsal/Workshop Observation: An invitation to attend a rehearsal and/or workshop for your program, as applicable.
Playbill Recognition: Your name will be listed next to your artist in the production’s playbill.
Website Recognition: Your name will be listed next to your artist on the production’s page on Diversionary’s website.
First Rehearsal: An invitation to meet and greet with the production’s artists and hear the cast read through the script together for the first time.
All applicable general donation benefits.
Playbill Recognition: Your name will be listed in your program’s playbill, as applicable.
Website Recognition: Your name will be listed on your program’s page on Diversionary’s website.
Reserved Seating at your program’s performances.
First Rehearsal/Workshop Observation: An invitation to attend a rehearsal and/or workshop for your program, as applicable.
All applicable general donation benefits.
Interested in Sponsorship?
Cost of sponsorship depends on the show/program, for more information about sponsorships, contact Donor and Patron Services Manager Jesse Marchese at jesse@diversionary.org for more information.
Questions?
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