There are many meaningful ways to support Theatre Cedar Rapids beyond making a traditional cash donation. These options offer flexible, creative, and tax-efficient ways to contribute to the work on our stages and in our community.
Whether you're looking to maximize your impact, support local nonprofits, or share resources with TCR, these options help extend the reach of your generosity.
Donate Stock or Securities
Donating appreciated assets—such as publicly traded stock or mutual fund shares—can be a tax-efficient way to support Theatre Cedar Rapids. This option may allow you to avoid capital gains tax while making a meaningful charitable contribution.
Stock gifts help support productions, education programs, and access initiatives, just like traditional donations.
How to Donate Stock
To initiate a stock gift, please contact our development team for transfer instructions and required documentation.
Theatre Cedar Rapids cannot provide tax or financial advice. Please consult your financial advisor.
Matching Gifts
Many employers offer matching gift programs that can double—or even triple—the impact of your contribution. If your company participates, your gift to Theatre Cedar Rapids may be matched dollar for dollar.
How Matching Gifts Work
Make a donation to TCR
Submit a matching gift request through your employer
Your employer sends a matching contribution to TCR
Matching gifts count toward donor recognition and help extend the reach of your generosity.
Ticket Donations
Theatre Cedar Rapids donates tickets to qualifying nonprofit organizations for use in auctions, raffles, and fundraising events. These donations help strengthen community partnerships and introduce new audiences to live theatre.
In-kind gifts provide tangible support for Theatre Cedar Rapids' productions, education programs, and operations. These contributions help reduce costs and extend resources in meaningful ways.
Examples of In-Kind Gifts May Include:
Materials and supplies
Guest artist housing
Professional services
Media and promotional support
Equipment or technology relevant to theatre operations
Hospitality or event support
All in-kind gifts must be approved in advance to ensure alignment with current needs and storage capacity.
Questions About Giving Options?
If you're exploring the best way to support TCR, we're happy to help you find the option that fits your goals
Jacob Kilburg
Senior Manager of Giving & Outreach 319-366-8591 ext. 204