Give. Because it Matters.

FAQs

• Do Straz Center donors receive benefits?

  Donors who contribute $100 or more are eligible to receive benefits for 12 months from the date of their gift. Please visit the Annual Donor Benefits section for the most up-to-date information, or contact the Development office at belong@strazcenter.org.

• IRAs and Donor Advised Funds

  As a nonprofit organization, The Straz Center is happy to accept gifts from your donor advised fund or IRA. Please contact Emily Dey, Senior Director of Individual Giving, at (813) 222-1071 to initiate your gift.

• Gifts of Stock

  A gift of stock may be doubly beneficial, providing you a charitable tax deduction while avoiding possible capital gains taxes on appreciated securities. Please contact Julie Britton, Executive Vice President of Development, at (813) 222-1035 to initiate your stock gift.

• Become a Sponsor

  If you or your company would like to make a positive impact on your community, consider sponsoring a performance, program or fundraising event at The Straz. Contact Bill Rolon, Director of Corporate Relations and Sponsorship, for more information, at (813) 222-1032.

• Make a Bequest or Estate Gift

  Create your legacy now. Contact Christopher Harrell, Director of Major and Planned Giving, at (813) 202-1514 to learn how easy it is to include the Straz Center in your estate plans.

• Broadway Circle Premium Seating

  Straz Center annual donors have the opportunity to purchase Broadway season tickets in the front orchestra (Rows DD-J), by making a minimum gift of $750.00 per seat, in addition to the ticket package price. Gifts must be renewed annually to retain seating within the Broadway Circle from season to season. If you are interested in Broadway Circle seating, please contact the Development office at (813) 222-1036.